Owner`s manual

3.3.
3.3.3.3.
3.3. VENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
VENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCEVENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
VENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
REGULARLY EXAMINE THE FLUE PIPES, THE JOINTS, AND THE SEALING TRIMS TO ENSURE THAT THE SMOKE AND THE COMBUSTION
REGULARLY EXAMINE THE FLUE PIPES, THE JOINTS, AND THE SEALING TRIMS TO ENSURE THAT THE SMOKE AND THE COMBUSTION REGULARLY EXAMINE THE FLUE PIPES, THE JOINTS, AND THE SEALING TRIMS TO ENSURE THAT THE SMOKE AND THE COMBUSTION
REGULARLY EXAMINE THE FLUE PIPES, THE JOINTS, AND THE SEALING TRIMS TO ENSURE THAT THE SMOKE AND THE COMBUSTION
GASES ARE NOT TRANSPORTED INTO THE AIR DUCTING SYSTEM.
GASES ARE NOT TRANSPORTED INTO THE AIR DUCTING SYSTEM.GASES ARE NOT TRANSPORTED INTO THE AIR DUCTING SYSTEM.
GASES ARE NOT TRANSPORTED INTO THE AIR DUCTING SYSTEM.
The most efficient method to sweep the venting system is by using a 4-inch pellet brush. Brush downwards so ash, soot
and creosote residues will come off the inner surface and fall at the bottom of the venting system where they can be
removed easily. The chimney must be in good condition and kept clean.
If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated
If a significant layer of creosote has accumulatedIf a significant layer of creosote has accumulated
If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated (3mm /
(3mm /(3mm /
(3mm / 1/8” or more
1/8” or more1/8” or more
1/8” or more)
))
), it must be removed immediately to eliminate the
, it must be removed immediately to eliminate the , it must be removed immediately to eliminate the
, it must be removed immediately to eliminate the
risk of a chimney fire.
risk of a chimney fire.risk of a chimney fire.
risk of a chimney fire.
3.3.1.
3.3.1.3.3.1.
3.3.1. Dealing with a Chimney Fire
Dealing with a Chimney FireDealing with a Chimney Fire
Dealing with a Chimney Fire
Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps:
1. Immediately turn off the stove;
2. Alert your family of the possible danger;
3. If you require assistance, alert your fire department;
4. If possible, use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda or sand to control the fire. Do not use water as it
may cause a dangerous steam explosion;
5. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the roof;
6. Do not use the stove again until your chimney and stove have been inspected by a qualified chimney sweep or a
Fire Department Inspector;
FIGURE 26
Clean out trap and Pressure
tap location