Ashley AW180Bli, Owner'S Operation And Instruction Manual

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Your wood stove is a high efficiency stove and therefore requires little maintenance.   It is important to 

perform a visual inspection of the stove every time it is emptied, in order to insure that no parts have been 

damaged, in which case repairs must be performed immediately. Inspect and clean the chimney and 

connector pipe periodically for creosote buildup or obstructions.

GLASS

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Inspect and clean the glass regularly in order to detect any cracks. If you spot one, turn the stove off 

immediately. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the stove if the glass 

is broken.

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If the glass on your stove breaks, replace only with the glass supplied from your heater dealer. Never 

substitute other materials for the glass.

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To replace the glass, remove the screws retaining the glass mouldings inside the door.  Remove the 

mouldings and replace the damaged piece with a new one. Perform the procedure backwards after 

replacing. When replacing the glass, you should change the glass gasket to make sure you keep it 

sealed.

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Never wash the glass with a product that may scratch. Use a specialized product, available in the 

stores where wood stoves are sold. The glass should be washed only when cold.

GASKETING

It is recommended that you change the door gasket (which makes your stove door air tight) once a year, 

in  order  to  insure  good  control  over  the  combustion,  maximum  efficiency  and  security.  To  change  the 

door gasket, simply remove the damaged one.  Carefully clean the available gasket groove, apply a high 

temperature silicone sold for this purpose and install the new gasket. You may light up your stove again 

approximately 24 hours after having completed this operation. This unit’s door uses a 3/4” diameter rope 

gasket.

WARNING:

NEVER OPERATE THE STOVE WITHOUT A GASKET OR WITH A BROKEN ONE. DAMAGE TO THE STOVE OR EVEN 

HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.

PAINT

Only clean your stove with a dry soft cloth that will not harm the paint finish.  If the paint becomes scratched or 

damaged, it is possible to give your wood stove a brand new look by repainting it with a 1200° F heat resistant 

paint. For this purpose, simply scrub the surface to be repainted with fine sand paper, clean it properly, and 

apply thin coats (2) of paint successively.

BLOWER (IF EQUIPPED)

The blower needs to be removed and air blown clean. Make sure the blades do not have build up.

FIREBRICK

The firebrick should be cleaned and inspected as necessary. Replace any damaged or broken brick. 

AIR TUBES

The secondary air tubes must be cleaned with a wire brush. If debris remains in holes lightly tap with a wooden 

stick to remove.The air tubes assembled in this unit are designed to provide an accurate mix of secondary 

air to insure the highest efficiency. Any damage or deterioration of these tubes may reduce the efficiency of 

combustion. The air tubes are held in position by either screws or snap pins. Locate these to either side of the 

tube and remove to allow the tube to be removed and replaced.

Maintenance

This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal 

regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this 

manual.