Specifications

Masport In-built Fireplaces
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MAINTENANCE
13) Do not store any fuel closer than 2 feet from your
unit.
14) Do not burn salt drift wood as it will corrode your unit
and void the warranty.
15) Do not operate the unit if the glass is broken or
missing. Do not operate the unit if the gasketing is
worn out and not sealing the door or the glass.
It is very important to carefully maintain your in-built
fireplace, including burning seasoned wood and
maintaining a clean stove and chimney system. Have
the chimney cleaned before the burning season and as
necessary during the season, as creosote deposits may
build up rapidly. Moving parts of your in-built fireplace
require no lubrication.
Creosote
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other
organic vapors, which form creosote when combined
with moisture. 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 can make an extremely hot
fire.
Removal for Cleaning etc.
Removal of your in-built fireplace for cleaning purposes
is usually not required if a proper installation has been
done. In the event that removal is required, be sure not
to damage any parts needed for re-installation. In most
cases removal and replacement of the baffle system
should allow full access for cleaning.
WARNING: Things to remember in case
of chimney fire:
1) Close draft control
2) Call the Fire Department
Ways to Prevent and
Keep Unit Free of Creosote
1) Burn in-built fireplace with draft control wide open
for about 15 minutes every morning during burning
season. This helps to prevent creosote deposits
within the heating system.
2) Burn in-built fireplace with draft control wide open
for about 10 - 15 minutes every time you add fresh
wood. This allows the wood to achieve the charcoal
stage faster and burns up any wood vapors which
might otherwise be deposited within the system.
3) Only burn seasoned wood! Avoid burning wet or
green wood. Seasoned wood has been dried at
least one year.
4) A small hot fire is preferable to a large smouldering
one that can deposit creosote within the system.
5) Check the chimney at least twice a month during the
burning season for creosote build-up.
6) Have chimney system and unit cleaned by competent
chimney sweeps twice a year during the first year of