2.4.4 Disposal of Ashes
As a precaution, do not attempt to clean out the fireplace when the unit is hot. Wait until the ashes
and the internal components have thoroughly cooled (min. 24 hours) before removing them from the
fireplace.
1. Remove the firescreen using two cool hand tools, then making sure that the two-piece grate and
all cinders have thoroughly cooled, remove the two-piece grate.
2. Using an all-metal industrial type vacuum cleaner such as a Charlescraft Bad Ash 2, clean out the
ashes leaving about 2.5cm (1’’) of ashes in the bottom of the fireplace. Then immediately empty the
vacuum cleaner into a metal ash container with a tight fitting lid. The closed ash container should
then be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground outside, well away from combustible
materials pending final disposal. If the ashes are to be disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise
locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly
cooled.
3. Replace the two-piece grate and reinstall the firescreen using two cool hand tools.
2.4.5 Dealing with a Chimney Fire
Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If a chimney fire occurs,
follow these steps:
1. Alert your family to the possible danger and move them to safety;
2. Call the local fire department immediately;
3. If possible, use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda or sand to control the fire.
Do not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion
;
4.Watch for smouldering or fire next to the fireplace, smoke pipe and chimney;
5. Step outside to make sure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not setting
fire to the roof;
6. Do not use the fireplace again until the chimney and fireplace have been inspected by a
Fire Department Inspector
.
Caution: Always keep furniture, draperies, and extra logs or combustibles a minimum 1.2 m (48”)
away from the fireplace.
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