IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
A. Do not block the hot air vents to the fire- place as this will cause the fireplace to overheat.
B. Never use gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or rekindle a fire in this fireplace. Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace at all times.
C. Do not burn coal. The sulphur in coal will corrode the firebox.
D.Do not burn driftwood which has been in the ocean or salt water. The salt will corrode the firebox and chimney.
E.Do not burn wood in the area in front of the grate.
F.Do not abuse the unit by burning paper, or cardboard or construction material such as pressed wood, plywood or lumber. Wood protectors, metallic paper, coal, plastic, waste, sulphur and/or oil will damage the fireplace.
G.Do not allow the wood to smoulder or burn without flame, since this will produce excessive creosote in the unit.
MAINTAINING YOUR MONTECITO ESTATE
Creosote
C. Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean. The rain cap can be removed for inspection and/or cleaning of the chimney.
Dealing With a Chimney Fire
Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps:
1.IMPORTANT: Close the fireplace door and the combustion air controls; this will stifle the fire.
2.Alert your family of the possible danger.
3.If you require assistance, alert your fire department.
4.If possible, use a dry chemical fire extin- guisher, baking soda or sand to control the fire. Do not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion.
5.Ensure that sparks and hot embers com- ing out of the chimney are not igniting the roof.
6.Do not use the fireplace again until your chimney and fireplace have been inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or a fire depart- ment inspector.
DOOR FRAME FINISH CARE
Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth to polish the casing. Do not use abrasives such as steel wool, steel pads or an abrasive polish for they may scratch the frame’s finish.
DISPOSING OF ASHES
Remove ashes only when the fire is out and the ashes are cold (24 to 48 hours after the fire is out).
WARNING
When cleaning the fireplace, the ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a
When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine with expelled moisture to form a black deposit called creosote which accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. If the creosote accumulation is large, a creosote fire in the chimney can damage the chimney and overheat the surrounding wood framing. Creosote formation in a chimney can be minimized by making sure there is always visible flame burning, avoid smoldering fires and by proper refueling techniques.
Chimney Maintenance
REFRACTORY REPLACEMENT
The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory brick. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in section First Fires. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the refractory brick. If large cracks develop, then the refractory should be replaced. To replace the refractory bricks, follow these steps:
1.Remove the side refractory brackets (6)
2.Remove the front refractory bricks (3)
3.Remove the bottom refractory brick (4)
4.Remove the left side refractory bricks (5)
5.Remove the right side refractory bricks (2)
6.Remove the back refractory brick (1)
7.Remove the deflectors (7) above the tubes (Can be removed without removing other bricks for chimney cleaning)
To install the new refractory bricks, follow the above steps in reverse.
Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will prevent chimney fires. Keep your chimney clean. Do not allow more than 1/16” creosote build up in your chimney. The amount of creosote will depend on variables such as frequency of use and type of fire. We recommend that you:
A.Initially inspect the chimney system weekly. From this, you will learn how often it will be necessary to clean your chimney.
B.Have your chimney cleaned by a qualified chimney sweep. If you wish to clean it yourself, we recommend using a stiff plastic or
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