Maintenance
Ash Door Ash Door Handle
Ash Pan Handle
Ash Pan
Fig. 21
Warning! Risk of Fire!
•Ash, soot or creosote build-up may cause overheating or fire.
•Routine cleaning of heat exchangers and venting is required.
Ash Removal
It is recommended to remove the ashes when the boiler is not in operation. This lessens the chances of coming in contact with hot surfaces. Ashes can be removed while in operation but, extra care must be taken.
Open Ash Door
Lift the latch and open the door as shown in fig. 21.
NOTE: Keep hopper lid, hopper swing plate, firebox door and ash pan door closed during operation and maintain all seals in good condition.
Remove Ash Pan
Always wear gloves to remove ash pan. Grab the ash pan by the finger hold and pull it out of the boiler. Lift the ash pan by the finger hold and use it for carrying the ash pan. Close the ash door before disposing the ashes.
Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a steel container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be moved outdoors immediately and placed on a
Soot and Flyash: Formation and Need for Removal
The products of combustion will contain small particles of flyash. The flyash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shutdown, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system. The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least twice monthly to determine if cleaning is necessary. Pay particular attention to screening in the vent cap. The screen, if present, will accumulate with ashes rather quickly.
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