KAL-FIRE G80/48F User manual

User
instructions
BALANCED-FLUE GAS FIRES
DON’T COMPROMISE.
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Balanced-flue gas fires
Kalfire G80/48F
Kalfire G85/44C
Kalfire G90/44S
Kalfire G160/41F
Kalfire G165/37C
Kalfire G170/37S
for gas type: NG, ULPG and NZLP
Version 03-2021

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5. Maintenance 19
5.1 Maintenance 19
5.1.1 Cleaning the (standard)
ceramic windows. 19
5.1.2 Cleaning instructions
anti-reflective glass 19
5.1.3 Door dismantling and assembly
(corner and three-sided
appliances) 21
5.1.4 Door dismantling and assembly
(front and tunnel fireplaces) 22
5.2 Malfunctions 23
5.2.1 Removing or resetting
a malfunction. 23
5.2.2 Error codes iMatch
remote control 24
A. Appendices 28
A.1 Wiring diagram 29
A.2 Certificate of compliance 29
A.3 Installing and removing the 30
guard / mesh screen
Contents
1. General information 7
1.1 Foreword 7
1.2 Pictograms 8
1.3 Warranty 8
2. Safety 10
2.1 Safety instructions for
decorative elements 10
2.2 Safety related to use 10
2.3 Three safety measures
for the gas fire 12
3. Description 13
3.1 Gas fire description 13
4. Operation 14
4.1 Replacing the batteries 14
4.2 Using the iMatch
remote control 14
4.3 Setting day and time 16
4.4 Checking transmission
strength 16
4.5 Switching the appliance
on and o 16
4.6 Setting the flame intensity 16
4.7 Selecting the thermostat or
manual operating programme 17
4.8 Setting the flame intensity
by thermostat 17
4.9 Programming time segments 18

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If the gas fire is not installed correctly,
all warranty and/or damage claims
against Archifire Fireplaces will be
declared null and void.
This gas fire has been tested and
approved according to AS5263-1-3:2016
standard. Every gas fire that leaves the
factory has been tested for technical
and functional adherence to relevant
quality standards in force.
This user instruction is available in
various languages on www.kalfire.com,
or through your installation bureau.
All translated instructions have been
translated from a Dutch instruction,
which is the original document.
Disclaimer
All rights reserved. No part of this
manual may be copied, distributed
or translated into other languages,
in full or in part, without the prior
written permission of Kalfire. Kalfire
reserves the right to make changes to
the manual. Kalfire, however, cannot
provide any warranty, implicitly or
explicitly, for this manual. Any risk is
fully for the account of the user.
Copyright @ 2020 Kalfire B.V.
Geloërveldweg 21, Belfeld,
The Netherlands
1. General information
The following sections provide general
information about the gas fire:
- Foreword
- Pictograms
- Warranty
1.1 Foreword
About this manual
This user instruction has been written
for the users of the gas fire. A seperate
Installation Manual accompanies this
User Instructions. The user instructions
should remain in the vicinity of the gas
fire so that they are readily available for
fireplace users.
Maintenance and repair work may only
be carried out by authorised technical
fitters.
Effective use
This gas fire has been designed as
ambiance heating and has not been
designed to be used as the principal
heating unit for part of a house or
throughout the house.
The gas fire and accompanying remote
control may only be used in accordance
with the reason it was designed and
after review of the Installation Manual
and user instructions.
Modifications of whatever nature can
also affect the safety of the gas fire.
Alterations can nullify the warranty and
the periodic inspection of the gas fire
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2. The gas fire must be installed by a
technical fitter approved by Archifire
Fireplaces. It must furthermore
be installed according to these
installation instructions and in
compliance with all relevant: builing,
gas fitting, electrical and other
statutory regulations (eg. /as/NZS
5601). Any shortcomings in the
appliance and flue installation will
be the responsibility of the installer,
and Kalfire will not be accountable
for any such failings or their
consequences.
3. Archifire Fireplaces assumes no
responsibility for errors or defects
related to the installation of the
gas fire. Placing of the appliance,
the quality and material choice of
the finished product and a check
as to the correct operation of the
concentric flue duct system are the
responsibility of the technical fitter
approved by Kalfire.
4. The warranty covers no right
whatsoever to compensation in the
event that the appliance cannot be
used.
5. Glass, tubing and rubbers as well
as physical and chemical external
influences during transport, storage
or installation fall outside the scope
of the warranty.
6. Should disruption occur within
the warranty period caused by a
manufacturing error or material
defect, Archifire Fireplaces will
deliver the components needed
for repair to the technical fitter
of the gas fire, without paying
compensation for dismantling or
1.2 Pictograms
The following pictograms are used in
this manual;
IMPORTANT Warning for
flammable material. Mitigate the
risk of an explosion by carrying out
these instructions carefully in the
vicinity of explosive materials.
DANGER! Warning for flammable
material. Follow instructions to
ensure that the possibility of fire
thanks to the sudden ignition of
flammable materials is prevented.
WARNING General warning.
Mitigate the risk of injury by
carrying out the instructions
carefully.
CAREFUL! General warning.
Mitigate the risk of material
damage by following the
instructions diligently.
1.3 Warranty
Kalfire products are manufactured with
meticulous precision from premium
materials. Despite this, should an error
or defect become apparent, Archifire
Fireplaces will provide warranty
coverage according to the following
provisions.
Warranty conditions
1. The warranty period for Kalfire gas
appliances amounts to two years
from the procurement date, that
must be clearly legible on the proof
of purchase.

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to the user instructions.
5. Should deviation from the Archifire
Fireplaces specifications have
occurred in any way or form during
installation of the concentric flue
duct system.
6. Should deviation from the Kalfire
specifications have occurred in any
way or form during configuration of
the decorative elements, including
possible ceramic wood logs on the
burner bed.
7. Damage attributable to external
causes (shocks, lightning, falling,
flooding or overheating of the
appliance) during transport, storage
or installation.
8. Should the appliance be impacted
by neglect, improper use and/or
gross negligence.
9. If the repair or delivery of individual
parts be carried out by another
manufacturer or by a professional
technical fitter who has not been
approved by Archifire Fireplaces.
assembly.
7. Renewing or replacing components
that fall under the scope of the
guarantee do not extend the
duration of the warranty.
8. Should the technical fitter approved
by Archifire Fireplaces be unable
to rectify the problem covered by
the warranty, then he is entitled
upon his own express desire to
requestArchifire Fireplaces to
assume responsibility for doing so.
9. Verification or repair of an entire
gas fire or parts thereof can only
take place by appointment, after
prior consultation between Archifire
Fireplaces and the technical fitter
approved by Archifire Fireplaces.
10. A dated proof of purchase must be
presented to Archifire Fireplaces
should a possible home repair
service be carried out within the
warranty period.
11. In the event of home repair service
outside the warranty period,
material costs, working hours and
call-out charges will apply.
The warranty is not applicable in the
following circumstances:
1. If the warranty provisions have not
been complied with, in part or in full.
2. If alterations to the appliance have
been brought about without Archifire
Fireplaces’s written permission to do
so.
3. If the appliance passes into new
ownership.
4. If the appliance has not been fitted
according to the Installation Manual
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CAREFUL! During operation of
the appliance, small hairline cracks
may develop in the ceramic logs.
These have no negative impact on
the operation or flame profile of
the appliance. Hairline cracks do
not fall under the warranty.
CAREFUL! When heated, the
gas fires’s internal metal lining
can expand. This can cause the
layer of paint on the metal to
deform, resulting in damage or
imperfections. The spray paint
supplied with the gas fire allows
any paint damage to be fixed.
2.2 Safety related to use
There are risks attached to using a gas
fire. The temperature of all visible parts
of the gas fire can rise steeply and there
is a risk of fire or combustion. Be sure
that the following safety precautions
have been taken:
WARNING: The gas fire needs a
permanent power supply. When
interrupting the power supply,
previously stored errors are
deleted. Interrupting the power
supply regularly affects the safety
provisions, which can result in
dangerous situations.
Fire hazard
WARNING Make sure that flam-
mable materials such as curtains
and furniture are at least 100 cm
from the fireplace. If a fireguard is
used, this distance must be at least
40 cm.
2. Safety
The following sections provide safety
information about the gas fire:
- Safety regulations for decorative
elements
- Safety related to use
- Three safety measures for the gas fire
2.1 Safety instructions for
decorative elements
FIRE HAZARD! The decorative
elements must be placed according
to the instructions. It is prohibited
to alter the number of decorative
elements or the configuration
thereof. Such alterations can lead
to hazardous situations in terms of
fire safety.
WARNING The ignition or
ionisation rods must be left
uncovered. Ensure this is the
case when placing the decorative
elements. Careless decoration of
the gas fire can cause incorrect
ignition, an error code (08A or 08F)
or a hazardous situation.
WARNING If the fireplace is
delivered with the Natural Spark
Generator, the adhesive tape with
which the iron filter cap has been
secured should be removed during
installation. During installation of
the fireplace components, the filter
cap is covered with a ceramic wood
log or a piece of ceramic charcoal
(depending on the Kalfire GP
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WARNING Should the floor in
front of the fireplace consist of
combustible material and the
distance from the underside of the
combustion chamber to the floor
be smaller than 10 cm, a heat-
resistant fireguard floor plate
larger than 30 cm or a stone should
be placed.
Fig. 1: Safe zone
Danger of combustion
FIRE HAZARD! Do not touch the
appliance! The gas fire is hot when
switched on or just switched off.
Ensure extra safety precautions
and safety measures if less able-
bodied persons, elderly people
and/or children have access to the
fireplace. Only the remote control
and the technical unit can be used
without fear of danger due to
combustion.
Danger caused by fumes or gas leaks
DANGER OF EXPLOSION! Fumes
and/or gas leaks can cause life-
threatening situations. Fumes can
be the cause of carbon monoxide
poisoning and gas leaks are an
explosion risk.
If you notice fumes or gas, take the
following precautions:
1. Switch off the gas fire.
2. Close the main gas valve.
3. Open windows and doors.
4. Advise an approved installer of the
issue.
DANGER OF EXPLOSION! Should
damage occur, close the gas valve.
Do not use the gas fire if a glass
panel is cracked, is not in place or
incorrectly mounted.
The gas fire needs a permanent power
supply. Interrupting the power supply
can impact safety precautions.
The risk of discolouration
CAREFUL! After the convection
system of the fireplace has been
heated, air particles, cigarette
smoke, candles and oil lamps
can cause discolouration of walls
and ceilings. Ensure sufficient
ventilation in the room in which the
gas fire is installed.
30 cm
40 cm
100 cm
20°
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2.3 Three safety measures for the
gas fire
1. The flame is detected due to
electronic ionisation measurement
Should the gas fire be unable to
detect a flame during ignition, the
gas supply will be interrupted for one
minute. A new ignition attempt will
follow automatically. To interrupt
automatic ignition attempts: Press
the button to switch off the
fireplace directly and depress this
button for approximately 10 seconds.
2. 24 hour security
The appliance will stay in a blocked
position if no flame is detected after
three automatic ignition attempts
(error code 08A). The block will take
effect after one ignition attempt
with gas type NZLP. This block can
twice be unlocked manually with
the remote control. If no flame is
detected after two manual releases,
the appliance will remain blocked for
24 hours (a ‘lock-out’, code 08F). In
that case, you may not use the gas
fire for
24 hours.
3. Overpressure protection
The gas fire is equipped with
overpressure protection to minimise
risk. Should explosive ignition occur,
the glass panel on the front topside
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3. Description
The following sections describe the
gas fire:
- Description of the gas fire.
3.1 Gas fire description
Kalfire gas fires are internationally
renowned for their realistic, enchanting
flames. Kalfire appliances are easy
to operate and maintain. Kalfire
balanced-flue gas fires are equipped
with an innovative Prestige or 3D
burner, enhancing their environmental
friendliness, sustainability and
economy.
Balanced-flue gas fires
The patented Prestige burner radiates
a realistic impression of wood fire.
The Prestige burners are integrated
in the ceramic log sets stacked in
the appliance in pyramid form. This
creates the impression of a high and
voluminous flame pattern.
The Kalfire GP can be delivered with
the Natural Spark Generator (optional).
This ensures that sparks emanate from
the burning flames in a natural manner,
and continue to burn slowly. This spark
generator option is mounted inside the
gas fire during manufacture by Kalfire
and cannot be added at a later stage.
The Kalfire GP can also be delivered
with an optional hybrid function. The
gas fire’s fuel bed is equipped with LED
lighting that simulates a bed of natural
embers. The lighting generates an
atmospheric imitation of the glow of a
real wood fire. The hybrid function can
also be switched on separately without
engaging the Prestige burner.
The Kalfire G with a 3D burner
generates an elongated and horizontal
flame pattern, well suited to a modern
household interior. The 3D burner offers
a particularly attractive and true-to-life
flame pattern. Kalfire G gas fires are
delivered with a standard or optional
luxury ceramic log set, white stones,
grey pebbles or cryptonite.
Smooth transition between gas fire
and surround
The balanced-flue gas fires are easy
to align with the household interior
during installation. The gas fire stone,
often made from natural stone, can
continue along the outer edge of the
gas fire with the help of stone supports.
The side walls can be fluidly finished in
the surround of the gas fire. The back
wall can be extended to outside the gas
fire, meaning the metal lining remains
invisible.
Operation
If the house is equipped with a home
automation system, then operation of
the appliance can be integrated into
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4.2 Using the iMatch remote
control
Range of the RF signal
The iMatch remote control uses a
radio-frequency (RF) signal to transfer
information to the gas fire. The RF
signal is a safe signal for wireless
communication. The signal has a
range of approximately 10 metres
as long as there are no obstacles
between the remote control and the
gas fire. Obstacles such as walls and/or
furniture can negatively impact range.
In some cases, it can happen that the
gas fire takes longer to react. If the
screen of the remote control illuminates
after a button is pressed, this indicates
that the RF signal has been sent.
4. Operation
The upcoming sections provide
information about the use of the gas
fire:
- Replacing the batteries
- Using the iMatch remote control
- Setting the day and time
- Confirming the transmission
strength
- Switching the gas fire on and off
- Adjusting the flame intensity
- Selecting the thermostat or manual
operating programme
- Regulate the flame intensity by
thermostat
- Programming time segments
4.1 Replacing the batteries
Insert or replace the remote control AA
batteries.
A battery compartment is located at
the rear of the remote control. This can
hold two AA batteries. If the batteries
are almost flat, the battery icon
becomes visible or all symbols on the
display start to flash. Follow the steps
below to replace the batteries:
1. Slide the compartment cover down.
2. Remove the batteries (if in place).
3. Place the two batteries on the
compartment floor as indicated.
4. Close the compartment cover.
5. Press the centre button and the
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3. RF-signal, a flashing icon indicating
that the appliance is beyond the
reach of the remote control.
4. flame intensity indicator (hybrid fire)
5. The flame is ignited if the icon is
alight, if this icon is flashing one of
the following notifications requires
your attention: heat adequacy,
ignition attempt or reignition
attempt.
6. The ECO mode is activated.
7. Batteries are flat.
8. Room temperature and other
notifications such as disruptions.
9. Warning signals related to
disruptions.
10. Time segments
11. Thermostat mode.
12. Manual programme (default mode).
Buttons:
a. + and - buttons
b. Left button and right
c. Centre button
d. On/off button
e. Parameter configuration button P
Fig. 2: Remote control
Key of symbols:
1. Indicates the time and status when
switching the appliance on or off:
•OK - the fireplace is switched on.
•WARM - the ignition programme
has been activated.
•WAIT - the ignition programme is
starting up.
2. Day of the week in numbers
(1-7, Monday is 1).
a. (glow lamp) Indicator for the LED
lighting.
1 2
3
4
5
6
7
8
10
9
11
12
e.
d.
c.
b.
a.

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3. Walk around the appliance at a
distance of 3 to 4 metres to measure
the RFCK. If the RFCK shows a value
of 4, the transmission strength of the
remote control is good. If the value
shows as 2 or 3, the RFCK values are
acceptable. Transmission strength is
insufficient at a RFCK value of 1.
4. Confirm with to exit the menu.
4.5 Switching the appliance on and o
Carry out the following steps to turn
the appliance on or off:
1. Press until the >OK< icon in the
display appears and starts to flash.
2. Continue to press and then press
briefly on to activate the ignition
programme.
3. Release both buttons.
The word >WARM< will flash
at the top left of the display as
confirmation of activation.
4. Wait a number of seconds until
you hear a beep and the word
>WAIT< appears. The ignition
programme will start and the
burner will automatically ignite after
approximately
20 seconds.
5. Wait until you hear a second beep.
The word >WAIT< will stop flashing
after the ignition programme.
6. The gas fire flame is alight and
operational.
7. Press for approximately two seconds
to extinguish the gas fire flame.
4.3 Setting day and time
Setting day and time.
Carry out the following steps to change
the day and time settings:
1. Hold down the Pbutton until the
time display starts flashing.
2. Change the hour with the +or-
button and confirm the change by
pressing the centre button.
The minutes will then begin to flash.
3. Change the minutes with the +or -
button and confirm the change by
pressing the centre button. The
number indicating the day of the
week will then begin to flash
(1 = Monday).
4. Change the day with the +or-button
and confirm the change by pressing
the centre button.
5. To exit the parameters menu, press P.
6. Wait for 30 seconds while the
information is transmitted.
4.4 Checking transmission strength
Carry out the following steps in order
to modulate transmission strength
between gas fire and the remote
control.
1. Press Puntil the transmission
strength flashes at the top left of the
display.
2. Press the right button until RFCK
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1. By pressing Puntil the icon for
thermostat or manual mode
begin to flash.
2. Press Pagain to selec the icon of
your choice.
3. Briefly press to exit the menu.
4.8 Setting the flame intensity by
thermostat
The remote control measures the
temperature and the flame intensity is
modulated accordingly. To ensure an
accurate temperature reading, make
sure the remote control is outside of
the fire’s radiation range.
1. Select the thermostat programme
as indicated in paragraph Selecting
the thermostat or manual operating
programme on page 17.
2. Press the button with the +or
with the -so that the temperature
indicator on the display starts to
flash.
3. Set the desired temperature with the
+and -buttons.
4. Wait for 10 seconds before using
the remote control to save the set
temperature.
4.6 Setting the flame intensity
The height of the flames can be
adjusted from high to low and is
indicated on the display by numbers 1
through 8. The flame intensity can also
be displayed by the flame intensity
indicator.
The ECO mode has a modulating effect
on flame intensity (higher or lower).
This accentuates the visual effect
and user comfort of the flames, while
reducing the fire’s heat emission and
gas consumption by approximately
40%. Use the remote control to set the
flame intensity in “ECO mode” to 9,
after which the double flame icon will
display on the screen. Adjust the flame
intensity as follows:
1. Press +or -to adjust flame intensity.
2. Release the +or -button.
3. Press the +button until the number 9
appears to switch on the ECO mode.
4.7 Selecting the thermostat or
manual operating programme
The flame intensity and the resulting
room temperature can be adjusted by
setting the remote control in manual
or thermostat mode. To ensure an
accurate temperature reading, make
sure the remote control is outside of
the fire’s radiation range. For security
reasons, the thermostat mode will be
automatically switched off after 24
hours. If the flames in the gas fire have
been switched off, the programme will
restart in manual mode automatically
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while “ON 1” appears in the middle
of the display (this is the first “on”
time).
11. Use the + and - buttons to set the
first “on” time at increments of
15 minutes.
12. Confirm by pressing the centre
button if you are happy with
the time.
13. “OFF 1” will then appear (this is the first
“Out” time).
14. Use the + and - buttons to set the
first “out” time, at increments of
15 minutes.
15. Confirm by pressing the button.
16. Programme the other times in the
three segments in this way; should
you not require all time segments,
these other segments should be set
at identical switch-on times.
17. Press Pto exit the programme.
18. The and icons on the remote
control indicate that the time
segments have been programmed.
4.9 Programming time segments
The thermostat function can be
combined with a timer programme that
allows for up to three time segments to
be programmed. These are indicated
by switch-on times ON 1, 2, 3 and
switch-off times OFF 1, 2, 3. The set
programme will run daily.
1. Check if the hand transmitter is
set at the right time (if you are not
happy with the time, see: 4.3 Day
and night settings)
2. Press the Pbutton (hold down
briefly).
3. Let go of Button Pwhen the time
starts to flash in the top left-hand
corner of the display.
4. Press the right button to display
“TCOM” (temperature comfort).
TCOM indicates the maximum
temperature during all set time
segments.
5. Set the desired temperature with the
+ or - buttons at increments of 0.5°C.
6. Confirm by pressing the (centre
button).
7. “TECO” (temperature ECO) will now
appear in the display. TECO is the
minimum temperature between
the time segments. This minimum
temperature will be maintained all
day with the exception of the set
time segments.
8. Set the desired temperature with the
+ or - buttons at increments of 0.5°C.
9. Confirm by pressing the (centre
button).
10. Press the right button , so that a
flashing time in hours and minutes
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5. Maintenance
The following sections provide
information about the maintenance
of the fireplace.
- Maintenance
- Malfuntions
5.1 Maintenance
Maintenance frequency
The gas fire should be inspected for
optimal, sustainable and safe use
annually. Malfunctions to the gas
fire must be fixed instantly. Inform
your client about the possibilities of a
maintenance contract.
Before and after the heating season
As time passes, tarnish can form on
the inside of the class. This can be
removed by using a moist cloth or non-
scratching cleaning detergent (ceramic
glass cleaner). Do not use corrosive
or abrasive substances for cleaning
the fireplace. Damage to varnish is
not included in the warranty. Small
damaged can be removed by using
heat-resistant varnish. This varnish is
available at Archifire Fireplaces.
5.1.1 Cleaning the (standard)
ceramic windows.
WARNING Different cleaning
instructions apply for anti-
reflective glass.
The gas fire glass can become
contaminated when the fireplace
is burning, but also when it is not.
Potential causes can be: Smoking
materials in the fireplace (especially
in the beginning), air contamination,
quality of the type of gas etc.
Conditions:
•Filth and stains on the glass must be
removed immediately.
•Never turn on the fireplace when
it has filth or stains on the glass.
This can lead to permanent
contamination.
•Clean the glass after the first use
of the fireplace and clean the glass
regularly in the initial period.
•Use scratch-free cleaning
substances only.
5.1.2 Cleaning instructions anti-
reflective glass
The gas fire glass can become
contaminated when the fireplace
is burning, but also when it is not.
Potential causes can be: Smoking
materials in the fireplace (especially
in the beginning), air contamination,
quality of the type of gas etc.
Anti-reflective glass is polished ceramic
glass to which a number of metal oxide
coatings have been applied that reduce
the reflection to less than 1%.
To prevent damage to these coatings, it
is important that you carefully comply
to the following cleaning instructions. A
blue/purple discolouration can become
visible on the anti-reflective glass, as a
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Conditions:
•Filth or stains on the glass must be
removed immediately.
•Never turn on the fireplace when it
has filth or stains on
the glass. This can lead to permanent
contamination.
•Clean the glass after the first use
of the fireplace and clean the glass
regularly in the initial period.
•Wear (rubber) gloves when cleaning
the glass; fingerprints are
particularly noticeable on anti-
reflective glass.
•Use water and a soft cotton cloth,
chamois leather
or a microfibre cloth.
•Use neutral glass detergent only:
water solution with neutral or light
alkaline detergent without additives
or abrasive substances. The
acceptable share of ammonia and
solvents that are organically soluble
in water must be smaller than 5%.
•Carefully clean the glass: use
sufficient moisture, avoid pressure
and rub the substance from top
to bottom, to prevent cleaning
detergent to remain on the glass.
•Continuously dry the glass
completely using the cloth.
•When using a vacuum lifter to
remove the door, the suction cup
rubber must be clean in order to
prevent damage to the coating.
The table below lists the types of
products never to be used when
cleaning the anti-reflective glass:
Never use the products below!: The glass coating can be damaged by:
toilet cleaners alkaline detergents or detergents with high
levels of ammonia
hydrochloric acid acids
bleach domestos chlorine or sodium hypochlorite detergents
benzene, hexane or petroleum-based
solvents solvents
scouring powders, abrasive materials,
steel wool, scrubbing or scouring pads,
scrapers, razor blades, paper, ceramic
stove cleaners
Aggressive cleaning materials