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Figure 4.1 Chimney & Termination Cap Cleaning
C. Grate
Frequency:
After each ash removal
By:
Homeowner
Inspect grate for
:
• Warping or sagging 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) or more
• Broken welds
• Burn-through of grate bars
For safe operation, replace only with the approved grate
from Vermont Castings Group.
D. Glass Cleaning
Frequency:
As necessary
By:
Homeowner
Tools
Needed
: Vinegar or glass cleaner, soft towel
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Use a
damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or a commercially
available oven cleaner. Remove any oven cleaner
residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water.
F. Refractory
Frequency:
After each ash removal
By:
Homeowner
• Inspect condition of refractory. Replace if crumbly
or otherwise deteriorated, or if cracks exceed 1/4 in.
(6 mm).
E. Ash Removal
Frequency:
As necessary
By:
Homeowner
Tools
Needed
: Covered metal container, metal
shovel, fireplace broom
WARNING!
Risk of Fire! DO NOT
remove ashes until
the fire is out and the fireplace is cold.
• Ashes should be placed in metal container with 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 until all cinders have
thoroughly cooled.
VCG Sovereign Series • SA36/42C Owners Manual • 4010-263 • Rev A • 02/18/15
Chimney
Remove 4 screws
and lift top pan off.
Cap
Slip
Section
ST375
Square
Termination Cap
Cap
Remove screws,
lift top cover.
Top Cover
TR344/TR342
Round
Termination Cap
Chase
Cap
1. Remove the 4 screws.
2. Remove the screen.
3. Remove the baffle.
TS345/TS345P
Square
Termination Caps
TCT375
Terra Cotta
Termination Cap
Remove 2 screws from
the front and back and
lift the top off.
Remove 8 screws
and lift top.
DTO/DTS Series
Termination Cap
Screw
Top
Top
Screw