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13. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal
in Exhaust Venting System.
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Frequency:
Prior to each burn season and after pro
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longed shut down.
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By:
Qualified Service Technician/Homeowner
The products of combustion will contain small particles
of fly ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the flow of the flue gases. At start-up
if there is incomplete combustion, or if there is a shut
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down or incorrect operation of the appliance it will lead
to some soot formation. This will collect in the exhaust
venting system.
The venting system may need to be cleaned at least
once a year or more often depending upon the quality
of your fuel or if there is a lot of horizontal pipe sec
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tions. Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal
sections.
14. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
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Frequency:
Yearly at end of burn season
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By:
Homeowner
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown and
allow the appliance to completely cool down.
b. Remove all ash from firebox and vacuum thor
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oughly.
c. Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron. Use
the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance or
purchase paint from your local dealer. You must
use a high-temperature paint made specificially for
heating appliances.
d. Cleaning the flue at the end of the burn season
will prevent corrosives to build-up and damage the
flue.
e. Outside temperatures should have no affect on
the performance of the appliance under freezing
conditions.
