6.3 Chimney cleaning intervals
It is extremely important to keep the chimney flue clean from creosote and
deposits.
Creosote is the major cause of
chimney fires.
Cleaning intervals depend on the use of the appliance.
The more the appli-
ance is used, the more often the chimney
flue needs cleaning.
If a fireplace is used regularly (2-3 times a week), semi-annual chimney
cleaning may be required.
If it is used every
day, shorter intervals may be
required.
Commercial use of wood-fired pizza ovens may require chimney
cleaning
every 2-3 months.
No matter how much used, a chimney flue serving wood-fired appliances
should be cleaned and inspected at least
once every year.
NOTE
The chimney should be cleaned by a trained professional.
We recommend using a Certified chimney sweep certified by Chimney Safety Institute of America.
You can find a Certified Chimney Sweep at www.csia.org or www.ncsg.org
or by calling (317) 837-5362 or (317) 837-1500.6.3 Troubleshooting
Observation
Problem
Solution
There is no power going to
the fan
–
The circuit breaker may be off
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Fan speed control is off
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Bad electrical connections
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Check the circuit breaker
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Turn fan speed control on
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Check and correct problem
There is power to the fan but
it is not operating
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Bad electrical connections
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The fan speed control’s low voltage
setting is too low
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The fan speed control is bad
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Check and correct problems with connections. Pay special attention to
the wiring in the junction box
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Increase the setting with the plastic screw on the fan speed control’s front
plate
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Replace the fan speed control
There is power to the fan but
it hums and does not turn
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The motor run capacitor may be
bad.
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Creosote may stick
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Check capacitor and replace if necessary
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Clean fan
The fan seems to work fine,
but there is not enough draft
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The fan may be undersized
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Replace with a larger fan
The fan vibrates
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The motor shaft may be bent
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Replace motor
There is airflow noise from
the fireplace opening
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The flue is undersized.
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The fan is oversized and running
too fast
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There is not much to do about it. Try to reduce the firep lace opening
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Reduce the fan speed
Mechanical noise can be
heard
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Foreign matter may be stuck
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Motor bearings may be worn out
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Remove matters
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Replace bearings
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