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G Series Furnace Operating Manual
To obtain the high level of performance of your furnace,
certain maintenance procedures are required periodically.
On a Daily Basis:
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Ensure that all doors are closed and sealing properly.
Adjust if necessary.
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Check for creosote buildup in the firebox and lower
combustion chamber. Some creosote buildup along the
walls, door jamb, and firebox door is normal.
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Check water level.
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Clean heat exchange tubes by aggressively pushing and
pulling the lever back and forth at least 5 times.
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Check to make sure the fan and controls are functioning
properly. The fan should turn on when the furnace calls
for heat. The control display should be functional and
keep the water temperature between 160° and 180° F.
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Check for embers or ashes laying on the ground around
the furnace and dispose of them.
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Make sure all covers and guards are in place securely.
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Make sure the Smokeless Loading Handle is closed. The
handle should be angled towards the front of the furnace.
On a Weekly Basis:
WARNING:
Always keep the firebox door open when
opening the lower combustion chamber door.
Using the service tools supplied, remove ash from the lower
combustion refractory tubes, side, and rear chambers.
Dispose of ashes in a metal container away from the stove
and wood pile.
See Cleaning Tools on page 22.
On a monthly basis:
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Inspect air inlet for creosote build up or blockage.
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Depending on the type and quality of wood being used,
ash removal from the firebox may be necessary. For
optimal performance, the ash bed in the firebox should
not exceed 6-8”. If you are burning a wood fuel that leaves
quite a bit of ash you may need to clean your firebox out
every 2-4 weeks to get optimal performance from your
furnace.
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Check the fan motor and wheel for creosote buildup. The
motor and wheel can be easily removed by unplugging
the wires to the fan and loosen the nuts on the stainless
steel plate.
On a seasonal basis when the furnace is not in use, you
will have to:
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Remove all ashes and excess creosote from the firebox,
lower combustion chamber, heat exchange tubes and
chimney.
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Check all gasket seals to make sure they are sealing. To
replace, remove the old seal and residue from the door,
scuff the surface where the seal is placed with sandpaper
and re-apply high temp silicone. Lay fiberglass rope over
silicone and let bond for at least 24 hours before using
the furnace again.
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Cover the chimney and crack open the bottom door
enough to allow air movement and reduction of
condensation within the firebox.
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Make sure your water tank is full and have your water
treatment tested and adjusted to manufacturer’s
specifications. See page 4 for exact specifications.
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If necessary adjust the hinges on each side of the doors
to maintain a good seal.
Other maintenance:
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All covers and guards must be in place at all times, except
for maintenance or service.
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Care for the exterior of your furnace is minimal.
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The user must wash and remove ash and creosote
regularly.
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Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-
fitting lid. The closed container should be placed on a
non-combustible floor or on the ground well away from
all combustible materials before final disposal. If the
ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
