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5.
The Convection Blower should be removed and cleaned with compressed air annually.
6.
Replace the Door Gaskets if needed.
7.
Replace the Ash Pan Door gaskets if needed.
8.
Replace the Hopper Lid Gaskets if needed.
Fall Startup.
Prior to lighting the first fire check the outside area around the exhaust and air
intake systems for obstructions. Try all controls to see that they are working prior to lighting a
fire.
SAFE OPERATION.
1.
Disposal of Ashes.
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid.
The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the
ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are
disposed of burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the
container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
2.
Never use Gasoline,
gasoline type lantern fluid. Kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or
similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well
away from the heater while it is in use.
3.
Creosote, Soot and Fly Ash:
Formation and Need for Removal. The products of
combustion will contain small particles of Fly Ash. The fly ash will collect in the venting
system and restrict the flow of flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during
start-up and shut-down, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot
or creosote formation which will collect in the venting system. The exhaust system
should be inspected regularly during the heating season to determine if creosote buildup
has occurred. Check more frequently at first to determine a schedule for cleaning the
venting system based on individual use of this Corn/Pellet-burning heater. If creosote has
accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
4.
Do not Overfire this unit by tampering with the controls on the unit.
Follow all
instructions regarding the proper use of this heater.
