Ashby-P Insert
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Figure 26
The “Grate Weldment” and the “Shaker Plate” may need to be removed for cleaning
purposes during the Daily or Periodic Maintenance if the holes have become plugged.
This allows a closer inspection of the holes in the pot. Use a 3/16” drill bit to clean out
the holes if needed.
2.
If the removable large bolt on ashpan is not used
remove ash buildup under the
Shaker Plate daily or as frequently as needed. This area will fill up with ashes that drop
through the “Shaker Plate”. Once this area gets plugged, it will choke off the flow of
Combustion Air to the Burn Pot, causing the flame to be lazy.
3. Check ash pan
(See Fig. 1 on page 6)
to determine emptying frequency needed.
NOTE: Do not use a vacuum cleaner for this purpose. Hot coals may cause your vacuum
filter to catch fire. Place ashes in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed
container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well
away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of
by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed
container for at least two days until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
