Revised: 10/05/2008
Printed: 22/04/2009
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Maintenance
Paint surfaces
After the curing process has taken place, little maintenance is required other than dusting off with a
cotton cloth. Most marks can be buffed out with a cotton cloth without the need for retouching.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaners or harsh solvents (such as methylated spirits). Should you
experience scuffing or scratching, or discolouration due to incomplete curing, the high temperature
paint can be touched up and matching spray cans may be purchased from your
Coonara
dealer.
To retouch scratches that are down to bare metal, gently sand the surrounding area, with 400 wet
and dry sandpaper and respray. Remember, if you retouch your
Coonara
, the surface will require
curing and may smoke slightly during this process. This is normal.
CAUTION:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RESPRAY THE HEATER WHILST IT IS IN
OPERATION.
Door glass
It is usual for creosote and/or smoke deposits to form on the door glass, particularly after an
extended period of low burn. Creosote deposits are combustible and can be burnt off through high
firing. If any deposits remain, they can be cleaned using any non-abrasive household cleaner. Some
experienced users also recommend household vinegar or wet newspaper dipped in the fire ash being
most effective. If you experience heavy tar like deposits, then inspect your fuel and review your
operating methods.
Wet or green wood
will cause heavy creosote deposits on the glass as well as
the flue system and will severely restrict your heaters performance.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER IF THE DOOR GLASS IS CRACKED.
Door glass seal
Before lighting the first fire of the heating season, test this seal by opening the firebox door and
placing a hand either side of the door glass. Your hands should be positioned together with the glass
resting between both palms. Gently try to move the glass around within the doorframe, taking care
not to use force. If you can move the glass, consult your
Coonara
dealer as the sealing tape may
need replacing.
