Maintenance Instructions - Malm Fireplace Lancer Woodburning Mode D'emploi

Failure to properly use and maintain this appliance may void the
manufacturer's warranty and could result in a house fi re.
1. Always keep the area around the unit clean and clear of furniture and other objects. Keep all furniture a minimum of 48 inches
away from the heater.
2. Periodically the entire unit, chimney connector, and chimney system must be inspected for leaks, broken or malfunctioning
parts, and loose connections. If any problems are noted, contact your dealer for repair services. Do not operate the unit until
repairs have been completed.
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND THE NEED FOR REMOVAL.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other vapors, which combine with moisture to form creosote. Creosote vapors
condense in the relatively cool chimney fl ue, and creosote residue accumulates on the fl ue lining. When ignited, this creosote can
make an extremely hot fi re. The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice monthly during the heating
season to determine if creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the chance
of a chimney fi re.
HOW TO REMOVE CREOSOTE.
1. Clean the chimney with brushes and equipment available at local fi replace shops.
2. Chemical chimney cleaners are used by adding them to the fi re, but they are not intended for use in chimneys already
containing heavy soot deposits. Rather, they are intended to inhibit soot buildup. They can be used in metal chimneys
provided the manufacturers instructions are strictly followed. Generally these commercial cleaners are quite eff ective.
3. Call a professional chimney sweep in your area. They possess the experience and tools necessary to make the task
easy.
Maintenance other than the items specifi cally mentioned herein are to be performed by a qualifi ed serviceman only. Contact your
dealer. For further information on using your heater safely, obtain a copy of the National Fire Protection Association publication
"Using Coal and Wood Stoves Safely," NFPA HS-10-1978. The address of the NFPA is Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
File these instructions for future reference.
NEVER STORE OR ALLOW PAPERS, KINDLING, FIREWOOD OR ANY OTHER

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

COMBUSTIBLES WITHIN 48 INCHES OF UNIT.
Malm Fireplaces, Inc.
368 Yolanda Avenue
Santa Rosa, Ca. 95404
707 546-8955
Fax: 707 571-8036
INFO@MALMFIREPLACES.COM
WWW.MALMFIREPLACES.COM
APRIL 2015
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