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September 1, 2008
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Figure 35.1
If the ash build-up exceeds the half way point in the firepot
before it automatically cleans, then the firepot is not being
cleaned often enough.
Another symptom is if clinkers are adhering to the sides
of the firepot. Double check the wall control to ensure the
proper setting has been selected for the fuel you are burning.
If that is correct, change the setting to “Utility Pellet
”.
D. High Ash Fuel Content Maintenance
•
Frequency:
When the ash exceeds more than half
way up the firepot.
•
By:
Homeowner
WARNING
Fire and Smoke Risk.
•
High ash fuels or lack of maintenance
can cause firepot to overfill. Follow
proper shutdown procedure if ash buildup
exceeds half way point in firepot.
•
Failure to do so could result in smoking,
sooting and possible hopper fires.
E. Baffle Removal
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown, com-
pletely cool and the exhaust blower off.
b. Open door.
c. The baffle is located at the top inside of firebox.
d. Remove baffle by placing a flat head screw driver into
the slot of the latches located in the upper corners and
push down. The bottom of the latch will fall forward off
of the post. Lift the baffle up and then out toward you.
Figure 35.2.
e. To replace the baffle, place the 2 locating ears behind
the bottom edge and tilt the baffle up and into place.
f. The baffle must be centered in the firebox before latch-
ing it in place. If it is not centered the latch is trapped
between the baffle and side of the firebox instead of
latching properly.
g. The bottom of the latches will fit over the posts. Push
the top of the latch forward to lock latch into place.
WARNING
Cast iron is a very heavy material.
The baffle is
made of cast iron and therefore is heavy and awk-
ward at times to maneuver. Clear and prepare
your work area before you begin.
Baffle
Latches
Insert flat head screw driver into “V”
section and push down and the bottom
of the latch will fall forward off of post
Locating ears - 1 on
each side. Fit behind
bottom edge.
Figure 35.2
15. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
•
Frequency:
At the end of heating season
•
By:
Homeowner
a.
The appliance must be in complete shutdown and
allow the appliance to completely cool down.
b.
Remove all ash from the firebox and vacuum thor-
oughly.
c.
Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron. Use
the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance or
purchase paint from your local dealer. You must
use a high-temperature paint made specificially for
heating appliances.
