Clean The Glass (If Necessary); Creosote - Formation And Need For Removal - FireplaceXtrordinair 42 Apex Owner's Manual

Clean the Glass (if necessary)

This appliance has an air wash to keep the glass clean. However, burning un-seasoned wood or burning
on lower burn rates leads to dirtier glass (especially on the sides). Clean the glass by following the
directions below.
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Do not clean when hot.
Allow the stove to fully cool. Apply glass cleaner or
soapy water to the inside of the glass. Wipe with
newspaper or a paper towel.
For Stubborn Creosote:
Dip newspaper or a paper towel in cool ashes
and wipe it on the glass. The ash acts as a
light abrasive.
The glass may develop a slight haze over time. This is normal and will not affect viewing of the fire.
Creosote – 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
slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
The chimney shall be inspected at least twice a year during the heating season to determine when
creosote buildup has occurred.
When creosote has accumulated it shall be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
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