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CAUTION:
A chimney fire may cause ignition of
wall studs or rafters which you thought were a safe
distance from the chimney. If you have a chimney
fire, have your chimney inspected by a qualified
person before using again
CAUTION:
Do not burn your stove with the firing
door open, this could cause an over firing situation.
Operating Instructions
CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
• Failure to clean and maintain this unit as
indicated can result in poor performance and
safety hazards.
• Never perform any inspections, cleaning, or
maintenance on a hot heater.
• Do not operate heater with broken glass,
leakage of flue gas may result.
• Keep the Chimney and Chimney Connector
clean and in good condition.
FLUE GAS SYSTEM
Creosote Formation and Need for Removal When
wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other
organic vapors, which combine with expelled
moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors
condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of
a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue
accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney
connector and chimney should be inspected at least
once every two months during the heating season
to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If
creosote has accumulated it should be removed to
reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
Inspection and Removal – The chimney connector
and chimney should be inspected at least twice
monthly during the heating season to determine
if a creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has
accumulated, it should be removed to reduce
the risk of a chimney fire. Inspect the system at the
heater connection and at the chimney top. Cooler
surfaces tend to build creosote deposits quicker, so
it is important to check the chimney from the top
as well as from the bottom. The creosote should be
removed with a brush specifically designed for the
type of chimney in use. A qualified chimney sweep
can perform this service. It is also recommended that
before each heating season the entire system be
professionally inspected, cleaned and, if necessary,
repaired. To clean the chimney, disconnect the vent
from the heater.
Chimney fires burn very hot. If the chimney
connector should glow red, immediately call the fire
department, then reduce the fire by pouring a large
quantity of coarse salt, baking soda or cool ashes on
top of the fire in the firebox.
