Ash Slide Plate (ProÞle¨ 20 FS-2 and ProÞle 30 FS-2)

Ash that accumulates around the grate can be “dropped” into the ash pan as follows:

1.Open the firebox door.

2.Using the grate scraper tool, pull open the ash release slide plate (see Figure 45).

3.Using a brush, sweep the ashes from the firebox through openings to the ash pan.

4.Close the ash slide plate, then close the firebox door.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure to fully close the ash slide plate when complete. Failure to close the ash release slide plate completely may cause the fuel to burn poorly (due to reduced air ßow through the grate), which may then cause pellets to Òpile upÓ in the grate. The ash slides must be fully closed for the Þrebox door to close.

(Recommended Frequency of 1 day Ð 2 weeks)

Ash Slide Plate

Figure 45 - Using the Ash Slide Plate

Ash Pan (ProÞle 20 FS-2 and ProÞle 30 FS-2)

The ash pan will have to be emptied periodically, depending on amount of fuel consumed. The ash pan is located in the pedestal on the Profile 20-2 and Profile 30 FS-2. It can be removed by turning the T-Bar latch fully counterclockwise.

(Recommended Frequency of 2 days Ð 2 weeks)

Figure 46 - Ash Pan, Profile 20 FS-2 and Profile 30 FS-2

Ash Pan (ProÞle 30 INS-2)

The Profile 30 INS-2 has three ash pans (left side, right side and lower center). The ash pans should be emptied whenever necessary. The ash pans can be accessed by opening the firebox door. Remove the left and right ash pans by lifting them out. The lower center ash pan can be removed by pulling it straight out using the grate scraper tool (see Figure 47). Be sure to dump ashes into a non-combustible container. All ash removal and cleaning should be done while the stove is cold.

(Minimum Frequency of 1 day Ð 1 week)

Figure 47 - Lower Ash Pan, Profile 30 INS-2

Creosote Removal (All Models)

When wood is burned slowly, it produces 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. The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least once every two months during 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.

Exhaust Passages And Vent Pipe (All Models)

Inspect frequently and clean when necessary. Fly ash will accumulate at all bends in the exhaust system.

Note: Large amounts of fly ash build-up will create a lack of combustion air. Removing the clean-out tee cap on vertical installations will allow an inspection of the ash build-up in the clean-out tee and will help you to decide how frequently more extensive cleaning must be performed.

Rain Cap

Clean-Out

Tee

Figure 48 - Clean Vent Components

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE

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