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Creosote
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Formation and Need for Removal:
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine
with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively
cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on
the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
The chimney should be inspected at least once a month during the heating season to
determine when a creosote buildup has occurred. When creosote has accumulated, it
needs to be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
All creosote and ash must be cleaned from firebox twice a year, preferably halfway
through the heating season and immediately after the heating season.
END OF SEASON:
• Power: Turn off power supply at the appropriate circuit breaker
• Chimney: Clean and inspect chimney.
Cap the chimney to keep rain water out.
• Firebox & Ash trough: Remove ashes, soot, a
nd hardened deposits from the fire
chamber by using putty knife or wire brush. Coat inside of firebox with a light coat
of motor oil to protect the steel during the off-season.
• Doors: Oil door hinges and latch
es.
Moisture from rain or condensation must not be allowed to accumulate in the
firebox or ash pan at any time, including the off-season. Failure to perform
preventive maintenance may result in corrosion damaging the boiler resulting in
possible severe property damage. This IS NOT COVERED under warranty.
Disclaimer
All installation, wiring and operation must follow Federal, Provincial, State and local
codes, ordinances and laws.
Do Not consider outdoor wood furnaces for built up urban areas.
The HyProTherm furnace is not intended to be the only source of heat. Therefore a
backup system should always be in place and be ready for use.
A backup generator is HIGHLY recommended so that you can have heat during power
outages!
