September 1, 2008
7037-135E
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4300 Wood Stove Series (ACC)
R
9
Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance
A. General Maintenance
Inspection:
Inspect the system at the appliance connection
and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build
creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to check the
chimney from the top as well as from the bottom.
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 newly-started or a slow-burning fire. As a result,
creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When
ignited, this creosote creates an extremely hot fire which
may damage the chimney or even destroy the house. The
chimney connector and chimney should be inspected once
every 2 months during the heating season to determine if a
creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If creosote or soot
has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk
of a chimney fire.
1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning
• Frequency:
Every 2 months during heating season or
as recommended by a certified chimney sweep; more
frequently if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft.
(measured from bottom of appliance)
• By:
Certified Chimney Sweep
Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot
embers before disposal. Allow the appliance to cool
completely. Disconnect flue pipe or remove baffle and
ceramic blanket from appliance before cleaning chimney.
Otherwise residue can pile up on top of the baffle and
ceramic blanket and the appliance will not work properly.
(See Baffle Removal on
page 34
). Close the door tightly.
The creosote or soot should be removed with a brush
specifically designed for the type of chimney in use. Clean
out fallen ashes from the firebox.
It is also recommended that before each heating season
the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and
repaired if necessary.
a. The stove and ashes must be completely cooled down
before using the Ash Removal System. Reach down and
locate the ash removal door handle under the left side of
the stove in the center. Squeeze the handle and push all
the way back. A magnet will hold the handle in place which
in turn holds the ash door open.
b. Clean ash down through the ash removal system grate into
the drawer below. If there are large pieces in the ashes,
you can remove the grate before brushing the ash into the
drawer.
Make sure all ash is removed from the top of ARS door.
Lift up the grate and inspect the top of the door to ensure
all ash has been removed. You can rapidly move the ARS
latch handle up and down to help remove any ash from the
door. Use a small brush to clean off the top of the door if
any ash remains.
Be sure to replace the grate before operating the stove.
Remember to leave 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6-1mm) of ash on
the firebox floor to act as a natural grate, allowing air to
flow freely underneath wood.
c. Close the door handle, you will hear a “click” when it closes.
The ash drawer will not pull out if the door handle is left in
the open position.
Wear gloves to remove the drawer.
Dispose of the ashes following the directions below.
Fire Risk.
• Do not use chimney cleaners or flame colo
-
rants in your appliance.
Will corrode pipe.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Prevent creosote buildup.
WARNING
• Inspect chimney connector and chimney once
every two months during heating season.
• Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney fire.
• Ignited creosote is extremely HOT.
3. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning
• Frequency:
As necessary
• By:
Homeowner
• Gloves recommended
• May have sharp edges
CAUTION
Injury Risk.
Fire Risk
Injury Risk
WARNING
Make sure Ash Removal System door is sealed
tight against the gasket.
Air leakage may cause:
• Over-fire condition.
• Flame and/or smoke spillage.
• Wood to burn too fast.
