26fiMAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS1) Always turn off the gas valve and unplug the batteries before cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartmentclean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged.2) Clean off leaves etc. before burning.3) Clean appliance with a damp cloth (never when unit is hot). Never use an abrasive cleaner. The glass should be cleaned with a outdoor decorative gasappliance glass cleaner.4) Hand and finger marks should be cleaned off with a soft cloth and a stainless steel cleaner. Most stainless steel cleaners leave a film/residue on the surface of the panels. Use an ammonia based cleaner (ie. glass cleaner) to remove this film before applying heat to the unit.Failure to do this will result in burn stains on panels which you will be unable to remove.5) The heater is finished in a heat resistant paint and should only be refinished with heat resistant paint. Regency ® uses StoveBright Paint - Metallic Black#6309.6) Make a periodic check of burner for proper position and condition. Visually check the flame of the burner periodically, making sure the flames are steady;not lifting or floating. If there is a problem, call a qualified service person.7) Do not use this appliance if the valve and/or electronic components have been or are submerged under water. Immediately call a qualified service technicianto inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. This is not covered under theterms of the warranty policy.8) Verify operation after servicing.