Quadra-Fire CB1200-B CB 1200 Pellet Stove, Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter, Frequency Yearly

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CB 1200 Pellet Stove

15.Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal in Exhaust Venting System.

•Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on ash build-up.

•By: Qualified Service Technician/Homeowner

Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.

The products of combustion will contain small particles of fly ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue gases.

At start-up if there is incomplete combustion, or if there is a shutdown or incorrect operation of the appliance it will lead to some soot formation. This will collect in the exhaust vent- ing system.

The venting system may need to be cleaned at least once a year or more often depending upon the quality of your fuel or if there is a lot of horizontal pipe sections. Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal sections.

16.Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter

Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on ash build-up.

•By: Homeowner

a.The appliance must be in complete shutdown and the exhaust blower should be off. Allow the appli- ance to completely cool down.

b.Open the clean-out cover. See Figure 31.1.

c.Sweep out any ash build-up.

NOTE: There are heavy duty vacuum cleaners specifi- ically designed for solid fuel appliance cleaning.

17.Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season

•Frequency: Yearly

•By: Homeowner

a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.

b.Remove all ash from the firebox and vacuum thoroughly.

c.Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron.

•Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance; or,

•Purchase paint from your local dealer.

•Must use a high-temperature paint made specifi- cially for heating appliances.

Clean Out

Cover

Figure 31.1

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