Whitfield Profile 20 FS Installation And Operation Manual page 29

ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
Unplug and Ensure Stove is Cold Before Performing Any Maintenance Work. Include routine maintenance with an-
nual maintenance. The following areas need to be inspected and cleaned as part of annual maintenance:
DOOR ROPE GASKET (All Models)
The condition of the rope gasket around the door and
windows should be checked periodically and replaced or
repaired if necessary. A one-inch strip of paper may be
used to perform a test of the integrity of the door seal.
Close the door on the paper in at least eight points (see
illustration, "Door Rope Gasket"). It is normal to feel only
a slight amount of friction. The door gasket does not need
to be "tight" in all areas, since a small amount of leakage
is not hazardous or detrimental to the performance of
your stove.
Door Rope Gasket
(check seal at points indicated)
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(Recommended Frequency of 1 year)
Checking Door Seal
CREOSOTE REMOVAL (All Models)
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 creosote has accumulated it should be removed to re-
duce the risk of a chimney fire.
* Inspect at minimum frequency stated until you establish a minimum frequency required for your installation (frequency
will vary depending upon fuel BTU value / ash content, usage, and misc. installation variables).
(To be preformed by a certified technician).
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WINDOW WASH (Models with one piece glass)
Periodically insert a small piece of cardboard (a business
card) between the window trim and the window. Slide the
card back & forth a few times to clear any dust or fibers
from the window wash gap. Open the door and repeat
from the other side of the glass.
Window Wash
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(Recommended Frequency of 1 year)
WINDOW WASH (Models with three piece glass)
Periodically remove five screws which secure the window
wash bracket to the door frame, using a 5/16" socket. Lift
out the widow wash bracket, and set aside. Using a small
brush, sweep out all debris buildup from behind the win-
dow wash bracket. After all debris has been removed re-
attach the window wash bracket.
Remove Window Wash Bracket (5 screws)
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