Godin 660125, User Manual

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IMPORTANT
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FOR THE FIRST FEW TIMES THAT THE HEATER IS USED IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ONLY
MODERATE FIRES ARE LIT, IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE CONSTITUENT PARTS TO EXPAND
AND CONTRACT NORMALLY.
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THE HANDLES ARE HOT DURING USE. USE THE GLOVE SUPPLIED.
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THE GLOVE IS ONLY TO BE USED FOR OPENING THE DOOR HANDLE AND CARRYING THE
ASHTRAY. IT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR HANDLING BURNING OBJECTS (FIREWOOD). IT IS
NOT IMPERMEABLE TO LIQUIDS. IT CANNOT BE USED AS PROTECTION AGAINST CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS.
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TAKE CARE IN PUTTING YOUR GLOVE IN A SAFE (COOL) PLACE AFTER EACH USE.
Do not worry if the heater gives off a slightly acrid smell/ smoke when lit for the first couple of times.
This can be as a result of the high-temperature paint finish on the various cast-iron parts and some
excess residues from the manufacturing process. This may persist for several days.
Maintaining the cast-iron and steel
All cast-iron and steel heaters require a minimum of maintenance, after each winter, during the
summer season, in order to preserve the integrity of the different parts. When the heater is being
used there is minimal risk of oxidation of the constituent parts. The process of oxidation usually
occurs during prolonged periods of inactivity (no fires).
The cast-iron parts can be regularly maintained using the black graphite paste (Godin ref. 0012). This
is applied cold as a polish. Once it has dried a soft cloth can be used to shine it up. The high heat
spray paint (Godin ref. 0001) can be used on the external parts of the heater if a more uniform and
even finish is desired. Before using the spray paint it is imperative that all traces of oxidation are first
removed either by using a wire brush or a fine-grained emery paper.
All cast-iron heaters that have an external baked enamel finish do require maintenance of the
internal parts of the heater. Maintenance is even more important in those homes that are only
occasionally occupied. Most of the cleaning products (graphite paste, window cleaner, chemical
chimney cleaner, high-temperature spray paint) are available through your installer/ importer.
Particular care of the door
The door of the unit swivels on steel pins and washers.
TAKE NOTE : if the door is removed for some reason (replacing the door glass) it is important to
replace the washers on the pins at the same time with new ones and possibly the door pins
themselves.
SPARE PARTS
If any spares are required please contact your installer or the importer. It is important to record the
model number – a metallic plate usually affixed to the rear of the unit records the specifics for that
model.
This will ensure that the correct expanded views and parts lists are obtained for any assistance that
may be required.