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ODOUR FROM THE PAINT
It is normal that a smoke odour emanate from the unit when you first light it. It is recommended to burn it at high
rate and ventilate the building until the odour resorbs.
ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes must be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The container should be placed outside, well away
from combustible materials. If the ashes are meant to be buried in soil, you should wait until all cinders have
thoroughly cooled.
CREOSOTE BUILD-UP AND REMOVAL
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours which, when combined with moisture, form
creosote. The creosote vapours condensate in a relatively cold chimney flue. As a result, creosote residues
accumulate in the flue lining.
N.B.: To minimize the frequency of chimney cleaning, buy your firewood at least one year before using it. Store it in a
dry place in order to obtain the minimum moisture rate and optimize the efficiency. Do not store wood or combustible
materials within the installation minimum clearances or the space required to reload the appliance and remove the
ashes.
When ignited, creosote produces an extremely hot fire inside the chimney.
To avoid this situation, it is important to do the turnover of wood. Inspect the chimney system at regular intervals to
determine a cleaning cycle. A weekly cleaning might be required during mild temperature periods but a monthly
cleaning should be sufficient during cold periods.
If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated, it must be
removed immediately to eliminate the risk of a chimney fire.
Remember that a small hot fire is preferable to a large smouldering one to prevent creosote build-up within the
system. An emergency plan is necessary in case of a chimney fire.
It’s recommended to clean the heat exchangers thoroughly at the end of the season in order to help prevent
corrosion.
W A R N I N G
THE ASH DRAWER GET VERY HOT.
DO NOT MANIPULATE WITH BARE HANDS.
