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Your wood stove is a high efficiency stove and therefore requires little maintenance. It is important to
perform a visual inspection of the stove every time it is emptied, in order to insure that no parts have been
damaged, in which case repairs must be performed immediately. Inspect and clean the chimney and
connector pipe periodically for creosote buildup or obstructions.
GLASS
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Inspect and clean the glass regularly in order to detect any cracks. If you spot one, turn the stove off
immediately. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the stove if the glass
is broken.
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If the glass on your stove breaks, replace only with the glass supplied from your heater dealer. Never
substitute other materials for the glass.
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To replace the glass, remove the screws retaining the glass mouldings inside the door. Remove the
mouldings and replace the damaged piece with a new one. Perform the procedure backwards after
replacing. When replacing the glass, you should change the glass gasket to make sure you keep it
sealed.
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Never wash the glass with a product that may scratch. Use a specialized product, available in the
stores where wood stoves are sold. The glass should be washed only when cold.
GASKETING
It is recommended that you change the door gasket (which makes your stove door air tight) once a year,
in order to insure good control over the combustion, maximum efficiency and security. To change the
door gasket, simply remove the damaged one. Carefully clean the available gasket groove, apply a high
temperature silicone sold for this purpose and install the new gasket. You may light up your stove again
approximately 24 hours after having completed this operation. This unit’s door uses a 3/4” diameter rope
gasket.
WARNING:
NEVER OPERATE THE STOVE WITHOUT A GASKET OR WITH A BROKEN ONE. DAMAGE TO THE STOVE OR EVEN
HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
PAINT
Only clean your stove with a dry soft cloth that will not harm the paint finish. If the paint becomes scratched or
damaged, it is possible to give your wood stove a brand new look by repainting it with a 1200° F heat resistant
paint. For this purpose, simply scrub the surface to be repainted with fine sand paper, clean it properly, and
apply thin coats (2) of paint successively.
BLOWER (IF EQUIPPED)
The blower needs to be removed and air blown clean. Make sure the blades do not have build up.
FIREBRICK
The firebrick should be cleaned and inspected as necessary. Replace any damaged or broken brick.
AIR TUBES
The secondary air tubes must be cleaned with a wire brush. If debris remains in holes lightly tap with a wooden
stick to remove.The air tubes assembled in this unit are designed to provide an accurate mix of secondary
air to insure the highest efficiency. Any damage or deterioration of these tubes may reduce the efficiency of
combustion. The air tubes are held in position by either screws or snap pins. Locate these to either side of the
tube and remove to allow the tube to be removed and replaced.
Maintenance
This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal
regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this
manual.
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