Continental Fireplaces CB36PTR - Page 77

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EN
SYMPTOM
PROBLEM
TEST SOLUTION
Continues to spark
Short or loose
- Verify all connections. Verify the connections from the
and pilot lights, but
connection in sensor rod.
pilot assembly are tight; also verify these connections are
main burner will not
not grounding out to any metal.
light.
Poor fl ame rectifi cation
- Verify the fl ame is engulfi ng the sensor rod. This will
or contaminated
increase the fl ame rectifi cation. Verify correct pilot orifi ce is
sensor rod.
installed and inlet gas specifi cations to manual. (Remember,
the fl ame carries the rectifi cation current, not the gas. If the
fl ame lifts from pilot hood, the circuit is broken. A wrong
orifi ce or to high of an inlet pressure can cause the pilot
fl ame to lift.) The sensor rod may need cleaning.
Poor grounding between
- Verify that the wire harness is firmly connected to module.
pilot assembly and
Verify that the ceramic insulator around the sensor rod is
gas valve.
not cracked, damaged, or loose. Verify the connection from
the sensor rod to the sensor wire.
Damaged pilot or dirty
- Clean sensor rod with a fi ne emery cloth or synthetic
sensor rod.
scrub pad to remove any contamination that may have
accumulated on the sensor rod. Verify continuity with
multimeter with ohms set at the lowest range.
Pilot lights
Wiring / Connection.
- Inspect all wires, ensure good tight connections. Verify
Stops sparking
that all wiring is installed exactly as specifi ed.
/ pilot remains lit
Wiring harness.
- Inspect the wiring harness, and verify the harness is
but burner will
tightly connected to the module. Verify that all wires are
not turn on.
connected in the right order. See “WIRING DIAGRAM”
section.
Exhaust fumes
Appliance is spilling.
- Check all seals.
smelled in room,
- Check if exhaust is re-entering through an open door or
headaches.
window.
White / grey fi lm
Sulphur from fuel is being
- Clean the glass, see “CARE OF GLASS” section
forms.
deposited on glass, logs or
- DO NOT CLEAN GLASS WHEN HOT.
combustion chamber
- If deposits are not cleaned off regularly, the glass may
surfaces.
become permanently marked.
Flames are very
Door is ajar.
- Tighten door clamps if applicable.
aggressive.
Venting action is too great.
- Restrict vent exit with restrictor plate. See
“RESTRICTING VENTS” section if applicable.
Main burner fl ame
Blockage in vent.
- Remove blockage. In extreme conditions, ice buildup
is a blue, lazy,
may occur on the terminal and should be removed. To
transparent
minimize this from happening again, it is recommended
fl ame.
that the vent lengths that pass through unheated
spaces (attics, garages, crawl spaces) be wrapped
with an insulated mylar sleeve. Prevent sleeve from
sagging. Contact your local authorized dealer for more
information.
Compromised venting.
- Check venting system parameters (seal, length, rise, etc.).
Main burner goes
Vent recirculation.
- Check joint seals and installation.
out: pilot goes out.
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