APPENDIX #2
YEARLY MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS
The 0028 and 2140 Defiant Encore is a sophisticated combustion machine, and regular
“fine tuning” will give you the full benefits of its operating potential.
GENERAL CHECKLIST
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Inspect the chimney for blockage such as squirrels, nests, branches, etc.
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Have a chimney sweep inspect and clean the chimney if necessary.
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Inspect the connector pipe for wear and replace if necessary.
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Make sure each length of connector pipe, if single wall, is joined by three
screws.
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Inspect the stove gaskets for wear using the “Dollar Bill Test” and replace as
necessary.
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Remove any surface rust and repaint any heat shields or chimney connectors.
INSPECT THE CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR
Fly ash can accumulate on top of the combustor. If sufficient quantity accumulates, it
can block the flow of gases through it and cause restriction and back-puffing.
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Remove the four Philips head fasteners which secure the cast iron panel to the
rear of the stove. Remove the panel..
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Gently pry off the refractory catalyst cover with a flat blade screwdriver.
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Visually inspect the catalyst for fly ash using a small mirror. It is not necessary to
remove the catalyst for this purpose.
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If the catalyst appears coated with fly ash, carefully remove the catalytic
combustor. The catalyst element is contained within a stainless steel jacket (can).
You may have to grasp the element with two flat bladed screwdrivers at the
