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51I ACC Wood Insert
Baffle
Blanket
Latch Cam
Spacing Washers
Baffle & Blanket
Optional Blower
Chimney System
Firebrick & Ash Removal
Door & Glass Assemblies
Door Handle
Frequency
MONTHLY
or
After Every
Cord of Wood
Baffle and blanket placement is critical to
heat output, efficiency and overall life of the
unit. Make sure the baffle is pushed all of the
way to the back of the firebox and the blanket
is laying flat. Inspect baffle for cracks.
YEARLY
or
After Every
4 Cords of
Wood
Vacuum the blower impellers.
EVERY 2
MONTHS
or
After Every
4 Cords of
Wood
T
he chimney and chimney cap must be in
-
spected for soot and creosote every two
months during the burn season or more fre
-
quency if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft
(4.3m-4.8m) measured from bottom of appli
-
ance.
This will prevent pipe blockage, poor draft,
and chimney fires.
Always burn dry wood to help prevent cap
blockage and creosote build-up.
WEEKLY
or
After Every
25 Loads of
Wood
Ashes must be cool before you can dispose
of the ashes in a non-combustible container.
Firebrick is designed to protect your firebox.
After ashes are removed, inspect the fire
-
brick and replace firebricks that are crum
-
bling, cracked or broken.
WEEKLY
or
After Every
25 Loads of
Wood
Keep door and glass gasket in good shape to
maintain good burn times on a low burn setting.
To test: place a dollar bill between the stove
and door and then shut the door. If you can
pull the dollar out, remove one washer from
door handle behind latch cam and try again. If
you can still pull it out, replace the door gasket.
Check the glass frame for loose screws to
prevent air leakage. Check glass for cracks.
WEEKLY
or
After Every 25
Loads of Wood
Check the door latch for proper adjustment.
This is very important especially after the door
rope has formed to the stove face.
Check door handle for smooth cam operation.
Task
CAUTION!
Allow the appliance to completely cool
down before performing any cleaning or maintenance.
Start the first inspection after the first 2 months of use,
or if performance changes, and adjust your schedule
accordingly. Maintenance is required for safe operation
and must be performed to maintain your warranty.
G. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide