January 8, 2016
7080-132J
19
MT. VERNON E2
Figure 19.1
NOTE
• This unit is required to be cleaned frequently
because soot creosote and ash may accumulate.
10. Cleaning Convection Blower
Requires No
Lubrication
• Frequency:
See chart on page 15
• By:
Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Remove blower per replacement section instructions.
c. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the blower
wheel.
11. Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter
(if installed)
• Frequency:
As needed
• By:
Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Open the clean out cover.
c. Sweep out any ash build-up.
12. Soot and Fly-ash: Formation & Need for Removal
in Exhaust Venting System.
•
Frequency:
See chart on page 15
•
By:
Qualifi ed Service Technician and/or Homeowner
a. The products of combustion will contain small particles
of fl y-ash. The fl y-ash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the fl ow of the fl ue gases. Incom-
plete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shut-
down, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead
to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust
venting system.
Note: Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal
venting sections.
13. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency:
See chart on page 15
• By:
Homeowner
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown and
allow the appliance to completely cool down.
b. Remove all ash from fi rebox and vacuum thoroughly.
c. To minimize corrosion, paint all exposed steel, including
cast-iron. Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the
appliance or purchase paint from your local dealer. You
must use a high-temperature paint made specifi cally for
heating appliances.
d. Cleaning
the
fl ue at the end of the burn season will
prevent corrosives to build-up and damage the fl ue.
D. Soot or Creosote Fire Awareness
The chimney should be inspected periodically during the
heating season to determine if a creosote build-up has
occurred. If a signifi cant layer of creosote has accumulated
(1/8 inch [3mm] or more) it should be removed to reduce
the risk of chimney fi re.
Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows
how often you need to clean to be safe. Be aware that the
hotter the fi re the less creosote is deposited, and weekly
cleaning may be necessary in the mild weather even though
monthly cleaning may be enough in the coldest months.
Contact your local municipal or provincial fi re authority for
information on how to handle a chimney fi re.
In the event of a soot or creosote fi re, close the fi rebox
door, exit the building immediately and contact the proper
fi re authorities.
DO NOT under any circumstances re-enter the building.
9. Cleaning Exhaust System
(Requires No
Lubrication)
• Frequency:
See chart on page 15
• By:
Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Remove blower per replacement section instructions.
c. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the impeller.
d. Vacuum out exhaust path and housing. Figure 19.1
e. Replace fan (make sure elect connections are fully
assembled)
