Mr. Heater Grand Teton Serie Mode D'emploi page 18

DISPOSAL OF ASHES
Whenever ash accumulates within the fire box or ash
pan to a height of 3-4 inches:
1. After ashes have cooled, remove ash plug and
carefully sweep ashes down into the ash bin.
2. Replace ash plug,remove ash bin, and empty into a
suitable container.
NOTE: You may also purchase an Ash Vacuum,
model# AV65GALB/AV65GALSS.
3. Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a
tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should
be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the
ground, well away from all combustible materials,
pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of
by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they
should be retained in the closed container until all
cinders have thoroughly cooled.
4. Other waste shall not be placed in ash containers.
MAINTENANCE
DAILY MAINTENANCE
• Inspect the firebox for ash accumulation; remove
excess ash and follow instructions below regarding
disposal.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
• Check the blower for dust accumulation (if
installed); check the door handle for proper
operation and to be certain an airtight seal is still
being made by the door.
• Inspect the chimney system and chimney connector
and sweep if necessary. Although cleaning may be
required less than monthly, ALWAYS inspect the
venting system monthly to decrease the chance of
a chimney fire.
• Visually inspect the ceramic fiberboards in the
firebox for cracks and/or breakage. Slight surface
cracks will not affect the performance of the
boards, but cracked or crumbling boards should be
replaced immediately.
• Visually inspect the secondary combustion pipes
for cracks, warping and corrosion. Although
these tubes are constructed from stainless steel,
they operate at very high temperatures and can
eventually wear out from normal use.
Wood Fire Stove
YEARLY MAINTENANCE
• Check all gaskets (window and door) for wear and
to be certain they still maintain an airtight seal. See
the following page for instructions.
• Thoroughly clean the chimney system and the
chimney connector system. Since the chimney
connector is generally exposed to high exhaust
temperatures, inspect it carefully for leaks and
weak spots; replace any questionable pieces. In the
case of straight through the roof chimney system,
be certain to remove the ceramic fiberboards
before pushing the chimney sweeping brush down
into the firebox. Forcefully hitting the top of the
board with a cleaning brush or rod can damage or
destroy the boards.
• Remove all ash from the stove. Leave the air control
open during the non-heating months to allow
some air to flow through the stove to help prevent
corrosion.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR
SERVICE WHILE THE STOVE IS HOT. BEFORE
OPENING THE WOOD FIRE STOVE DOOR FOR
ANY TYPE OF SERVICE, BE SURE THAT THE
STOVE IS COOL AND THAT THE BLOWER IS
UNPLUGGED.
WARNING: USE ONLY MANUFACTURER'S
REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE OF ANY OTHER
PARTS COULD CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CREOSOTE - FORMATION AND NEED FOR
REMOVAL
Failure to remove creosote may result in a dangerous
chimney fire.
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 connector and chimney should
be inspected at least once every two months during
the heating season to determine if a creosote buildup
has occurred. If a significant layer of creosote has
accumulated (eighth of an inch, 3 mm, or more) it
should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
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