Lennox BRENTWOOD, Installation Instructions Manual

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IMPORTANT NOTES
A. Do not block the hot air vents to the fireplace as this will cause the fireplace to overheat.
B. Never start a fire using gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or any other combustible
liquid.
C. Do not burn coal. The sulphur in coal will corrode the firebox.
D. Do not burn driftwood which has been in the ocean or salt water. The salt will corrode
the firebox and chimney.
E. Do not burn wood in the area in front of the grate.
F. Do not abuse the unit by burning paper, or cardboard or construction material such as
pressed wood, plywood or lumber.
G. Do not allow the wood to smoulder or burn without flame, since this will produce
excessive creosote in the unit.
3.3 MAINTAINING YOUR BRENTWOOD
3.3.1 Creosote
When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapors which
combine with expelled moisture to form a black deposit called creosote which accumulates
on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. If the creosote
accumulation is large, a creosote fire in the chimney can damage the chimney and overheat
the surrounding wood framing. Creosote formation in a chimney can be minimized by
making sure there is always visible flame burning, avoid smouldering fires and by proper
refuelling techniques.
3.3.2 Chimney Maintenance
Regular chimney inspection and maintenance combined with proper operation will prevent
chimney fires. Keep your chimney clean. Do not allow more than 1/16" creosote build up in
your chimney. The amount of creosote will depend on variables such as frequency of use
and type of fire. We recommend that you:
A. Initially inspect the chimney system weekly. From this, you will learn how often it will
be necessary to clean your chimney.
B. Have your chimney cleaned by a qualified chimney sweep. If you wish to clean it
yourself, we recommend using a stiff plastic or non-metallic brush. If a metal brush is
used, its size should be slightly smaller than the flue to avoid damaging the chimney. Do
not use a brush that will scratch the stainless steel interior of the chimney.
C. Do not expect chemical cleaners to keep your chimney clean. The rain cap can be
removed for inspection and/or cleaning of the chimney.