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Care, Cleaning, and Maintenance
Assembly:
– Replace container by completing these steps in reverse order.
Important:
Ensure that the ash container handle is slid back completely.
INFORMATION
When reinstalling the ash container and cover, ensure that they are in the correct
position and are airtight.
WARNING
Fire hazard.
Ash container and/or cover of ash container must not be removed during operation!
Ash container may get hot during operation! Do not put anything that may burn on
the cover and use caution when emptying the ash container.
3.4.1 Disposal of ashes
Ashes should be placed in a steel container with a tight lid. The container should be closed and placed on a non-
combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, while waiting final disposal. If the
ashes are to be buried in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be kept in the closed container until
completely cooled.
3.4.2 Creosote - formation and need for removal
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with moisture to form
creosote. Creosote vapors condense when in a relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result,
creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, creosote creates an extremely hot fire.
Especially in CANADA:
During the heating season, the chimney and chimney connector should be inspected at least twice per month. to
determine if a creosote buildup has occured. At the very least, they should be checked annually.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
Especially in the USA:
During the heating season, the chimney and chimney connector should be inspected at least twice per month to
determine if a creosote buildup has occurred.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
