CARE
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MAINTENANCE
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CLEANING
All cleaning should be done when the heater has completely cooled. These should be done in the
beginning of winter and once or twice during the season, depending on heater usage. With higher
usage, cleaning more often is advised.
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Painted
Surfaces
These should come clean with a simple wipe over with a damp cloth and if necessary some mild
cleansing agent. Do not use any solvents, harsh or abrasive cleansers or scourers, as these will damage
the painted surfaces.
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Door
glass
Sometimes, especially after an overnight burn, a black deposit may appear on the inside of the door
glass. This is creosote deposit from the fire burning at below its optimal temperature. Most or all of this
will burn away next time the heater is fully fired. For persistent blackening, wait till the glass has
completely cooled, then clean with a plastic scourer and detergent. Rinse the detergent from the glass
and then dry.
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Flue
To clean the flue, you will need to remove the baffle plate, and access the roof to remove the flue cowl.
Use a long handled flue brush designed for this purpose to clean the creosote that has built up inside the
flue. The creosote will fall into the firebox where it will be burnt on the next firing. Replace the cowl and
baffle plate when done.
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MAINTENANCE
At the beginning of each winter season, you should check the following to ensure proper running of
your heater. Any worn or cracked parts should be replaced immediately using replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer.
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Door glass
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Fire bricks
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Door sealant
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Roof flashing
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Fan
You should also check that moving parts such as the door handle and air slide work correctly. If there is
any stiffness in these parts, apply lubricant rated for high temperature applications as recommended by
the manufacturer.