MAINTENANCE
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL What is Creosote - When wood is burned slowly, it pro- duces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow- burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. Also, creosote deposits tend to form in long runs of venting where gases become too cool prior to exhausting. Note: Single wall pipe cools rapidly, there- fore installations using this type of flue are more suscep- tible to creosote deposits.
To inhibit the build up of creosote, adjust the primary air control to a
Burn Approved Fuel Only - This stove is approved for burning dry seasoned natural wood only. Using green or inadequately seasoned wood may increase creosote buildup.
Inspection Frequency - The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice monthly dur- ing the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
Cleaning - Remove the baffle plates in the firebox prior to having your chimney cleaned (should be done by a qualified chimney sweep). See following – Removing Baffle Plates for Cleaning).
Removing Baffle Plates for Cleaning
Note: The smoke baffle in the upper firebox area consists of two heavy gage steel plates. One of these plates has a welded strap to overlap the seam, which runs front to back between the two. Before removing the baffle plates from the firebox, wearing a pair of leather or work gloves is recommended.
1.To remove the baffle, reach inside the firebox and slide one plate over the other.
2.Next move the metal plates, stacked one on top of the other, sideways toward the center of the stove.
3.Then move the two baffle plate toward the front of the stove to clear the ledge they rest on at the rear. Be mindful these metal plates are quite heavy, so use care in lowering them out of the way.
4.Once the baffle plates are out of the firebox, the flue can be cleaned. The accumulated soot that is re- moved by brushing will fall to the firebox floor where it can be removed and disposed of.
WARNING! DO NOT OPERATE THE STOVE WITH- OUT THESE BAFFLE PLATES PROPERLY IN- STALLED. THIS WILL VOID WARRANTY.
In the event of a chimney fire - Make sure the fuel door is securely closed. Adjust the primary air control to the lowest (most closed) setting. Call the fire department immediately. After a chimney fire, the complete chimney system should be checked by a qualified technician be- fore further use.
Consult your dealer for suggestions on proper chimney care. Contact your local municipal or provincial fire au- thority for information on how to handle a chimney fire. Have a clearly understood plan for handling a chimney fire.
REINSTALL BAFFLE PLATES
After your chimney has been swept, reinstall the baffle plates. See – Removing Baffle Plates for Cleaning (on this page) and reverse steps.
CLEANING BLOWER INTAKE
If an optional blower kit (catalog #14M22) is installed, the blower air intake requires cleaning at least once a year to remove lint, dust, etc. If there are pets in the dwelling, the intake should be cleaned at least twice a year.
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