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ADDING FUEL
Add small amounts of fuel each hour or so instead of piling large quantities of fuel at one time. This will insure a
more complete combustion process and less build-up of tars, soot, or creosote will occur in the chimney.
1. Always open flue draft damper before removing the lids.
2. When adding fuel be careful not to smother the fire.
3. Replace lids and seat securely.
4. Adjust the flue damper and spin draft controls.
5. Empty ashes regularly. Do not allow ashes to pile up higher than the top of the hearth (see Safety Instructions).
If ashes build up to the grate, burnout will occur.
6. Properly dispose of hot ashes (see Safety Instructions)
7. Do not over fire the stove.
ASH DISPOSAL
While in use, empty ash pan regularly. Too much ash accumulation can restrict airflow to the fire and damage
the grate. Dispose of ashes properly. (See Safety Instructions)
CHIMNEY DRAFT
Draft is a function of the chimney, not the stove — do not expect the stove to draw. Smoke spillage into the
house or excessive build-up of condensation or creosote in the chimney are warnings that the chimney is NOT
functioning properly. Correct the problem before using the stove. Following are some possible causes for improper
draft.
1. The connector stove pipe may be pushed into the chimney too far, stopping the draft.
2. If the chimney temperature is too cool, water will condense in the chimney and run back into the stove.
Creosote formation will be rapid and may block the chimney. Operate the stove at a fire level high enough
to keep the chimney warm to prevent condensation from forming.
3. If the fire burns well but sometimes creates excess smoke or burns slowly, it may be caused by the chimney
top being lower than another part of the house or a nearby tree. The wind blowing over a house or tree,
falls on top of the chimney like water over a dam, beating down the smoke. The top of the chimney should
be at least three (3) feet above the roof and be at least two (2) feet higher than any point of the roof within
ten (10) feet.
CREOSOTE – FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL
Failure to remove creosote may result in ignition and may cause a house/building fire. Creosote may be removed
using a chimney brush or other commonly available materials from your local hardware retailer.
PREVENTING CREOSOTE BUILDUP
1. Creosote will inevitably form in your chimney and connector pipe. Following these steps will help reduce the
rate of build up.
Avoid smothering the fire with too much fuel. Too much fuel loaded at one time will create heavy, volatile gas
which can coat the chimney with creosote-forming tar.
2. Burn the stove with the spin draft control wide open for 10-15 minutes every time fresh fuel is loaded into the
stove. Do not load more than ¼ to ½ of the fuel capacity at one time. Loading too much fuel at once will
cause excessive smoke which contains creosote. Mature fires or coals produce very little creosote-producing
smoke.
CAUTION:
Do not over fire appliance. Too much fuel or burning prohibited materials such as trash or
flammable liquids may cause over firing. You are over firing if any part of the stove or the chimney connectors
glows red. Immediately close the door, spin draft and flue damper to reduce the air supply to the fire. This will
slow down the fire.
CAUTION:
Slow burning fires and extended use may cause excessive creosote build-up. Ignition of creosote
build-up or over firing may cause a chimney fire. Chimney fires burn extremely hot and may ignite surrounding
materials. In case of a chimney fire leave the building and call the fire department from a safe location.
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