D. Glass Cleaning
•Frequency: As desired
•By: Homeowner
•Clean glass with a
•If the deposits on the glass are not very heavy, normal glass cleaners work well. Heavier deposits may be removed by using a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or by using a commercially available oven cleaner.
•After using an oven cleaner, it is advisable to remove any residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water. Oven cleaner left on during the next firing can permanently stain the glass and damage the finish on plated metal surfaces.
•A portion of the combustion air entering the firebox is de- flected down over the inside of the door glass.
•This air flow “washes” the glass, helping to keep smoke from adhering to its surface.
•When operated at a low burn rate, less air will be flowing over the glass and the smoky, relatively cool condition of a low fire will cause the glass to become coated.
•Operating the appliance with the Burn Rate Air Control all the way open for
CAUTION! Handle glass assembly with care. Glass is breakable.
•Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
•Avoid abrasive cleaners
•Do not clean glass while it is hot
E.Inspect Firebrick & Replacement
Instructions
•Frequency: After each ash removal
•By: Homeowner
Replace the firebrick if they become crumbly and/or if there is a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) gap between the bricks.
The firebox is lined with firebrick, which has exceptional insulating properties. Do not use a grate; simply build a fire on the firebox floor. Do not operate appliance without firebrick.
1.After the coals have completely cooled, remove all old brick and ash from unit and vacuum firebox.
2.Remove new brick set from box and lay out to the diagram shown in the instructions that come with the replacement brick set.
3.Lay bottom bricks in unit.
4.Install rear bricks on the top of the bottom bricks.
5.Install side bricks. Slide top of brick under clips on side of firebox and push the bottom of the brick until it is flush with the side of the unit.
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