PSG CADDY MAX CADDY WOOD ADD-ON PF01102, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Page: 11 / 54

11
•
DO NOT BURN WASTES OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA, MOTOR
OIL, OR OTHER UNSUITABLE MATTERS.
•
DO NOT STORE WOOD IN THE VICINITY OF THE ADD-ON. RESPECT THE REQUIRED
CLEARANCES BETWEEN COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AND THE SOURCE OF HEAT.
WARNING:
THE ASH DRAWER AND EXCHANGERS ACCESS PANEL GET VERY HOT. DO NOT MANIPULATE WITH BARE
HANDS.
9.2. ODOUR FROM THE PAINT
It is normal that smoke and odours emanate from the unit when you first light it. It is recommended to burn it at high
rate and ventilate the building until the odours disappear. The smoke is not toxic.
This should be done before the
ducts are connected to the add-on to prevent smoke dispersion in the house.
9.3. ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes must be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The container should be stored outdoor, well away
from combustible materials. This container should not contain any other type of waste. If the ashes are meant to be
buried in soil, wait until all embers have thoroughly cooled before burying.
9.4. CREOSOTE BUILD-UP AND REMOVAL
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours which, when combined with moisture, form
creosote. The creosote vapours condensate in a relatively cool chimney flue. As a result, creosote residues
accumulate inside the flue lining and the exchangers.
N.B.: To minimize the frequency of the chimney cleaning, buy your firewood at least one year before using it. Store it in
a dry place in order to obtain the minimum moisture rate and optimize the efficiency. Do not store wood or combustible
materials within the installation minimum clearances or the space required to reload the appliance and remove ashes.
When ignited, creosote produces an extremely hot fire inside the chimney.
In the first year of use, inspect the chimney system at regular intervals to determine a cleaning cycle. Depending on the
type of wood used and its quality, a semi-annual cleaning may be required. A yearly cleaning is mandatory.
If a
significant layer of creosote has accumulated, it must be removed immediately to eliminate the risk of chimney
fire.
Remember that a small, hot fire is preferable to a large smouldering one to prevent creosote build-ups within the
system. Prepare an emergency procedure in case of a chimney fire.
It is recommended to clean the heat
exchangers thoroughly at the end of season in order to prevent corrosion.
9.5. SMOKE DETECTOR
We highly recommend the use of a smoke detector. It must be installed at least 15 feet (4,57 m) from the appliance in
order to prevent undue triggering of the detector when reloading.
9.6. DOOR GLASS
To maintain a clean and safe installation, do not build your fire too close to the glass or allow logs to lean on the glass.
Do not operate your add-on at too low a setting. Keep the air inlet opened long enough during the fire start-up to
prevent the fire from smouldering, which could stain the glass.
An intense fire will help keep the glass clean. However, in the event that your glass gets stained, which should not
occur under normal operating conditions, you will have to clean it using a wet cloth and a fireplace glass cleaner. Clean
the glass
ONLY when the unit has cooled down. Do not use abrasive cleanser.
WARNING: Avoid knocking or scratching the glass. It could crack or break.
9.7. GLASS SPECIFICATIONS
The glass is made of 5/32" (4 mm) thick ceramic glass.
Do not operate your wood add-on with a broken glass, as this could seriously damage your add-on. You can purchase
a replacement glass from your PSG dealer.