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CB 1200 Pellet Stove
7.Cleaning Beneath Heat Exchanger
•Frequency: Monthly or after burning 1 ton of fuel
•By: Homeowner
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off
.b. A more thorough cleaning is needed to remove the excess ash that is left behind from the use of the cleaning rods for the heat exchanger tubes.
c.The ash will be resting on the back of the baffles. This will require removing the baffles. Please refer to page 33 for instructions on removing the baffles.
8.Cleaning Exhaust Path
•Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on ash
•By: Homeowner
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off
b.Remove access door on the right of the appliance (4 screws).
c.Use a small vacuum hose attachment to clean area.
d.
NOTE: There are heavy duty vacuum cleaners specifically designed for solid fuel appliance cleaning.
9.Cleaning the Glass
•Frequency: When clear view of the firepot becomes obscure.
•By: Homeowner
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
b.Use a damp paper towel or any nonabrasive glass cleaner. Wipe off with dry towel.
CAUTION
Handle glass assembly with care.
When cleaning glass:
•Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass.
•Do NOT clean glass when it is hot.
•Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
•Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on white film.
•Refer to maintenance instructions.
10.Door Latch Inspection
•Frequency: Prior to heating season
•By: Homeowner
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off
b.To adjust, open the latch and pivot the holding rod out. Loosen the jam nut on the rod.
c.With a Phillips head screw driver, turn the rod clockwise to tighten. The latch handle should snap securely in place when adjusted properly.
d.After adjusting the latch, be sure to tighten the jam nut on the rod to hold the adjustment.
11.Door Gasket Inspection
•Frequency: Prior to heating season
•By: Homeowner
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off
b.To inspect the door rope (gasket), open the door and see that the door rope extends approximately 1/8 inch (3mm) to 3/16 inch (9.5mm) from the door rope chan- nel.
c.It should show signs of compaction all the way around the door where the rope contacts the face of the appli- ance. Confirm there are no air leaks.
12.Cleaning the Hopper
•Frequency: Monthly or after burning 1 ton of fuel
•By: Homeowner
After burning approximately 1 ton of fuel or changing fuels you will need to clean the hopper to prevent saw- dust
A combination of sawdust and pellets on the auger reduces the amount of fuel supply to the firepot. This can result in nuisance shutdowns and
a.Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
bEmpty the hopper of any remaining pellets.
c. Vacuum the hopper and feed tube.
13.Cleaning Exhaust Blower - Requires No Lubrication
•Frequency: Yearly or as needed
•By: Quality Service Technician/Homeowner
•Task: Contact your local dealer.
14.Cleaning Convection Blower - Requires No Lubrication
•Frequency: Yearly or as needed
•By: Qualified Service Technician
•Task: Contact your local dealer.
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