Hearth & Home Technologies VRT-GR-B-CE Manuel D’Utilisation

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Heat & Glo  •  VRTIKL-CE  •  7031-292 Rev E  •  12/07

When you light your gas stove, you may notice that it pro-
duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If 
you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three 
to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second 
burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and 
lubricants used in the manufacturing process. Condensation 
on the inside of the glass is normal.

NOTE:   The gas stove should be run three to four hours 
on the initial start-up. Turn it off and let it cool completely. 
Remove and clean the glass. Replace the glass and run the 
gas stove for an additional 12 hours. This will help to cure 
the products used in the paint and logs.

During this break-in period it is recommended that some 
windows in the house be opened for air circulation. This will 
help avoid setting off smoke detectors, and help eliminate 
any odors associated with the gas stove’s initial burning.

Fire Hazard.
Keep combustible materials, gasoline 
and other fl ammable vapors and liquids 
clear of gas stove.

•  Do NOT store fl ammable materials in the gas stove’s 

vicinity.

•  Do NOT use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal 

lighter  fl uid or similar liquids in this gas stove.

•  Combustible materials may ignite.

Smoke and odors released during initial operation.

•  Open windows for air circulation.
•  Leave room during initial operation.
•  Smoke may set off smoke detectors.

Smoke and odors may be irritating to sensitive 
individuals.

•  Prevent accidental gas stove operation when not 

attended. 

•  Unplug or remove batteries from remote control if absent 

or if gas stove will not be used for an extended period of 
time.

•  Property damage possible from elevated temperatures.

Condensation on the glass

This is a result of gas combustion and temperature variations. As the gas stove warms, 
this condensation will disappear.

Blue fl ames

This is a result of normal operation and the fl ames will begin to yellow as the gas stove 
is allowed to burn for 20 to 40 minutes.

Odor from gas stove

When  fi rst operated, this gas stove may release an odor for the fi rst several hours. 
This is caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from 
manufacturing.

Film on the glass

This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs. Glass should be 
cleaned within 3 to 4 hours of initial burning to remove deposits left by oils from the 
manufacturing process. A non-abrasive cleaner such as gas gas stove cleaner may be 
necessary. See your dealer.  Ensure glass has cooled before cleaning.

Metallic noise

Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, 
similar to the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect 
the operation or longevity of the gas stove. 

Fire Risk.

High Temperatures.

Keep combustible household items away from gas stove.
Do NOT obstruct combustion and ventilation air.
•  Do NOT place combustible items on top of or in front of  

gas stove. 

•  Keep furniture, draperies away from gas stove.