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Innovative Hearth Products
Superior™ DRT2000 and DRC2000 Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
See the tables below for detailed information about required maintenance, both regular and annual.
Table 39: Maintenance Performed Annually—Before the Burning Season
Maintenance Task Performed By Procedure
Inspecting/Cleaning Burner, Logs
and Controls
Qualified Service Technician Inspect valve and ensure it is properly
operating. Check piping for leaks. Vacuum
the control compartment, fireplace logs and
burner area.
Checking Flame Patterns and
Flame Height
Qualified Service Technician Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace (Figure 39 and Figure 40).
Flames must not impinge on the logs.
Inspecting/Cleaning Pilot and Burner Qualified Service Technician Remove any surface build-up on pilot and
burner assembly. Wipe the pilot nozzles,
igniter/flame rod and hood. Ensure the pilot
flame engulfs the flame sensor as shown.
Checking Vent System Qualified Service Technician Inspect the vent system at the top and at
the base (within the firebox) for signs of
blockage or obstruction. Look for any signs
of dislocation of the vent components.
Fireplace Inspection Qualified Service Technician Perform the appropriate fireplace inspection
procedure detailed in this manual.
Replacing Glowing Embers Homeowner/Qualified Services Technician Remove the old glowing embers and
vacuum the area. Place new glowing embers
(Figure 49).
Replacing Batteries Homeowner/Qualified Services Technician For electronic gas valve models:
Replace the batteries in the battery holder.
Table 40: Maintenance Performed Periodically—After the Burning Season
Maintenance Task Performed By Procedure
Cleaning Firebox Interior Homeowner Carefully remove logs, volcanic stone and
glowing embers / glass media. Vacuum out
interior of the firebox. Clean firebox walls and
log grate, if installed. Replace removed items
as detailed in this manual.
Check Flame Patterns and Flame Height Homeowner Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace (Figure 39 and Figure 40).
Flames must not impinge on the logs.
Checking Vent System Homeowner Inspect the vent system at the top and at
the base (within the firebox) for signs of
blockage or obstruction. Look for any signs
of dislocation of the vent components.
Cleaning Glass Door Homeowner Clean as necessary following the directions
provided in this manual (Page 58). Do not
touch or attempt to clean the glass while hot.