Continental Fireplaces CB36PTR - Troubleshooting (Millivolt)

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16.0 troubleshooting (millivolt)
! WARNING EN
ALWAYS LIGHT THE PILOT WHETHER FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THE GAS SUPPLY HAS
RUN OUT, WITH THE GLASS DOOR OPEN OR REMOVED.
TURN OFF THE GAS AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.
APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
SYMPTOM PROBLEM TEST SOLUTION
Main burner goes out; pilot
stays on.
Pilot fl ame is not large enough - Turn up the pilot fl ame.
or not engulfi ng the thermopile. - Replace pilot assembly.
Thermopile shorting.
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Clean thermopile connection to the valve. Reconnect.
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Replace thermopile / valve.
Remote wall switch wire is too long;
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Shorten wire to correct length or wire gauge.
too much resistance in the system.
Faulty thermostat or switch.
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Replace.
Main burner goes out; pilot
Refer to “MAIN BURNER GOES OUT; PILOT STAYS ON”
goes out.
Vent is blocked
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Check for vent blockage.
Vent is re-circulating
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Check joint seals and installation
Flexible vent has become
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Re-attach to appliance.
disconnected from appliance.
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Cap was not replaced.
Pilot goes out when the gas
System is not correctly purged
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Purge the gas line.
knob is released.
Out of propane gas.
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Fill the tank.
If equipped, the gas valve
has an interlock device
Pilot fl ame is not large enough.
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Turn up the pilot fl ame.
which will not allow the
pilot burner to be lit
Thermocouple shorting / faulty.
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Loosen and tighten thermocouple.
until the thermocouple
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Clean thermocouple and valve connection.
has cooled. Allow
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Replace thermocouple.
approximately 60 seconds
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Replace valve.
for the thermocouple to
cool.
Faulty valve.
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Replace.
Pilot burning; no gas to main
Thermostat or switch is
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Connect a jumper wire across the wall switch terminals; if
burner; gas knob is on „HI‟;
defective
main burner lights, replace switch / thermostat.
wall switch / thermostat is
Wall switch wiring is defective.
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Disconnect the switch wires & connect a jumper wire across
on.
terminals 1 & 3; if the main burner lights, check the wires for
defects and/or replace wires.
Main burner orifi ce is plugged.
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Remove stoppage in orifi ce.
Faulty valve.
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Replace.
Pilot goes out while
Gas piping is undersized.
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Turn on all gas appliances and see if pilot fl ame fl utters,
standing; Main burner is in
diminishes or extinguishes, especially when main burner
„OFF‟ position.
ignites. Monitor appliance supply working pressure.
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Check if supply piping size is to code. Correct all undersized piping.
Main burner fl ame is a blue,
Blockage in vent.
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Remove blockage. In really cold conditions, ice buildup may
lazy, transparent fl ame.
occur on the terminal and should be removed as required.
To minimize this from happening again, it is recommended
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.
Flames are very aggressive.
Door is ajar.
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Ensure the mechanical means of securing the door is
providing a tight seal.
Venting action is too
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Check to ensure venting is properly sealed.
great.
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If restriction is required see “RESTRICTING VERTICAL
VENT” section.
W415-1679 / D / 03.09.18