The Chimney System, Replacing the Door Gaskets

Vermont Castings EWF36A

Replaceable Fiberglass Gaskets

Gasket Size...	...And The Parts It Seals
3/4”	The door to the front
3/4”	Door to the hearth brick support
3/16”	The glass seal to the door
1/2”	Cat holder to top plate
1/2” Braided	Damper to top plate

Should you need to change a replaceable gasket, wait until the fire is out and the stove has cooled. Be sure to follow the standard safety procedure for working with dusty materials: Wear safety goggles and a dust mask. The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same, regardless of the gasket location. Four easily-accom- plished steps are involved:

1.Remove the existing fiberglass gasket by grasping an end and pulling firmly.

2.Use a wire brush or the tip of a screwdriver to clean the channel of any remaining cement or bits of gas- ket.

3.Apply a thin bead of stove cement to the newly- cleaned groove.

4.Pack a new gasket into the groove. Wait until you have placed all but a couple inches from the end before you trim the end to an exact fit.

5.Place door back on fireplace, latch door and keep closed for 1/2 hour to insure cement has set.

Replacing the Door Gaskets

Remove the door by lifting it straight up off its hinge pins. Lay it face down on a padded surface.

Follow steps 1-4 as described above.

Replace Damaged Door Glass Immediately

Do not operate the fireplace with damaged glass door. Use the following procedure for glass replacement.

NOTE: Replace glass only with the replacement glass made for this unit, available from your authorized dealer.

•Remove the door and loosen the retaining clips which hold the glass to the door frame. Remove clips. Use caution when handling broken glass.

•Examine the gasket that seals the glass to the door frame. Replace if necessary with gasket obtained from your local Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer. See the directions for gasket replacement on Page 23.

•Check the flat surface of the door frame, and clear away debris if necessary.

•Install the new glass.

•Secure the clips, being careful not to overtighten. Be sure the glass is firmly seated against the gasket.

•Replace door.

The Chimney System

A Clean Chimney System is

Safer and Works Better

Although the combustion system in the EWF36A can re- duce creosote formation dramatically, it is not a substi- tute for regular inspection and cleaning of the chimney and chimney connector.

Learn to Recognize — and Avoid — Creosote

The EWF36A has been designed to reduce creosote build-up significantly. However, regular chimney in- spection and maintenance must still be performed. For safety, good stove performance, and to protect your chimney and chimney connector, inspect your chimney and chimney connector on a regular schedule. Clean the system if necessary. Failure to keep the chimney and connector system clean can result in a serious chimney fire.

When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar, organic vapors and moisture which combine to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creo- sote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignit- ed, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire within the flue system that can damage the chimney and overheat adjacent combustible material. If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated —1/8” (3 mm) or more — it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.

If you do experience a chimney fire, act promptly to:

•Close the primary air control lever and the damper

•Get everyone out of the house.

•Call the Fire Department.

You should inspect the system every two weeks during the heating season as part of a regular maintenance schedule. To inspect the chimney, let the fireplace cool completely. Remove the termination top. Then, using a strong light, sight down into the chimney flue.

Clean the chimney using a specially designed brush the same size and shape as the flue liner. Flexible fiberglass rods are used to run the brush up and down the liner, causing any deposits to fall to the bottom of the chimney where they can be removed by removing the catalyst housing and using a vacuum. Be sure to vacuum the catalyst also.

If you can not do the chimney inspection yourself, con- tact your local Vermont Castings’ Authorized Dealer, or engage a professional chimney sweep to perform the inspection and cleaning of the chimney.

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