August
13,
2018 7060-227J
19
Explorer III Wood Stove
B. General Maintenance
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Prevent creosote buildup.
•
Inspect chimney connector and chimney once
every two months during heating season.
•
Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney
fire.
•
Ignited creosote is extremely HOT.
Fire Risk.
•
Do not use chimney cleaners or flame
colorants in your appliance. Will corrode
chimney pipe.
WARNING
1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning
• Frequency:
Every 2 months during heating season or
as recommended by a certified chimney sweep; more
frequently if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft.
(measured from bottom of appliance)
• By:
Certified Chimney Sweep
Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot
embers before disposal. Allow the appliance to cool
completely. Disconnect flue pipe or remove baffle and
ceramic blanket from appliance before cleaning chimney.
Otherwise residue can pile up on top of the baffle and
ceramic blanket and the appliance will not work properly.
(See Baffle Removal on
page 23
). Close the door tightly.
The creosote or soot should be removed with a brush
specifically designed for the type of chimney in use. Clean
out fallen ashes from the firebox.
It is also recommended that before each heating season
the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and
repaired if necessary.
Inspection:
Inspect the system at the appliance 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.
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 newly-started or a slow-burning fire. As
a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.
When ignited, this creosote creates an extremely hot fire
which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected
once every 2 months during the heating season to
determine if a creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If
creosote or soot has accumulated, it should be removed to
reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning
• Frequency:
As necessary
• By:
Homeowner
1. The appliance and ashes must be completely cooled
down before using the Ash Removal System. Reach
down and locate the ash removal door handle under the
left side of the appliance in the center.
Grasp the handle
with your fingers and place your thumb on the latch
release (
Figure 19.1
). Press the latch release inward.
Keep the latch release pressed in and lower the handle
gently. Take your thumb off the release once the handle
is clear of the latch and guide the handle back until it
stops.
2.
Remove cast iron cap from inside the firebox using tools
supplied. Clean ash down through the ash removal
system channel into the drawer below.
Inspect the top of the ARS door to ensure all ash has
been removed. You can rapidly move the ARS latch
handle up and down to help remove any ash from the
door. Use a small brush to clean off the top of the door
if any ash remains.
Be sure to replace the cap before operating the
appliance.
It is recommended to leave 1/4 to 1/2 inch
(6-13mm) of ash on the firebox floor to allow air to flow
freely underneath wood.
3.
Close the door handle, you will hear a “click” when it
closes.
Wear gloves to remove the drawer.
Dispose of
the ashes following the directions on
the next page.
Figure 19.1
Injury Risk.
• Gloves recommended
• May have sharp edges
CAUTION
WARNING
Fire Risk. Injury Risk.
Make sure Ash Removal System door is sealed
tight against the gasket.
Air leakage may cause:
•
Over-fire condition.
•
Flame and/or smoke spillage.
•
Wood to burn too fast.
