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4. Once or twice daily pull the Heat Exchange Tube Scraper,
(See Fig. 1 on page 6)
out
and back to clean heat exchange tubes. Failure to operate the tube scraper daily may
result in poor combustion and loss of heat output. This should be done when the stove is
cool or operating on the low temperature setting. Use the Rod Pull Tool to reach the Tube
Scraper Rod.
5. The rate of burn and the quality of fuel will determine how often the window needs
cleaning. Prolonged burning at a slow burn rate will result in the need for more frequent
window cleaning. Burning poor fuel also increases the need to clean the window. Cooling
the stove and wiping the window daily with a cloth or paper towel will normally keep the
window from accumulating difficult to clean residue. Use of a glass cleaner ONLY
permitted when the stove is cold.
Tip: Dip the damp towel in the ashes to remove
stubborn buildup on the glass.
CAUTION: Do not slam the door. Do not operate the stove with a broken or
cracked glass. Replace only with heat resistant ceramic glass supplied by the
manufacturer.
6. Burn the stove at the HI fuel setting for at least 30 to 60 minutes each day. This helps
keep the window, firebrick and firebox area clean. A daily high burn also aids in
maintaining the overall efficiency and performance of the stove.
Periodic Maintenance
CAUTION:
Periodic maintenance should only be done while the Insert is shut off and
cold.
1.
Ashpan.
Empty the ash pan when it appears full (approximately once a week). The
frequency of cleaning the ash pan will depend on the quality and amount of fuel being
used. Carefully check to make sure the ash pan door is tightly closed after each
opening.
If the removable large bolt on Ashpan is not used, more frequent dumping
of the three smaller Ash Pans will be required
2.
Grate Weldment and Shaker Plate.
Clean Grate Weldment and Shaker Plate holes
whenever needed. Remove the Burnpot and use a small metal object (Nail, Drill Bit,
etc) to clean out plugged holes. (
See Figure 26).
The Grate Weldment and Shaker
Plate holes can also be cleaned without removing them by using a small steel brush to
clean the holes.