Hearth and Home Technologies Quadra-Fire PS35-C Owner's Manual Operation & Care page 18

8. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal in
Exhaust Venting System.
Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on
•
ash build-up.
By: Qualified Service Technician/Homeowner
•
Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been
unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
The products of combustion will contain small particles
of fly ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the flow of the flue gases.
At start-up if there is incomplete combustion, or if there is
a shutdown or incorrect operation of the appliance it will
lead to some soot formation. This will collect in the exhaust
venting system.
The venting (chimney) system may need to be cleaned at
least once a year or more often depending upon the quality
of your fuel or if there are any horizontal pipe sections.
Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal sections
and elbows.
9. Door Handle Inspection
• Frequency: Monthly or prior to heating season
By: Homeowner
•
The gasket between the glass and firebox should be
inspected periodically to make sure there is a good seal.
Check door handle for smooth cam operation.
Door Cross Section
(example)
Latch Cam
Locknut
Spacing
Washers
Figure 18.1
18
10. Cleaning the Glass
•
•
11. Cleaning Exhaust Blower - Requires No Lubrication
•
•
Spring
Handle
Door Handle
Square Key
7058-805F
Frequency: When clear view of the fire pot
becomes obscure
By: Homeowner
a. Appliance must be completely cool before
cleaning glass.
b. Vacuum fly ash from glass and door rope.
c. Use a damp paper towel or any non-abrasive glass
cleaner. Wipe off with dry towel.
CAUTION
Handle glass assembly with care.
When cleaning glass:
Avoid striking, scratching or
•
slamming glass.
Do NOT clean glass when hot.
•
Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
•
Refer to maintenance instructions.
•
WARNING
Handle glass with care.
Inspect the gasket to ensure it
•
is undamaged.
Do NOT strike, slam or scratch glass.
•
Do NOT operate appliance with glass
•
assembly removed.
Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on
ash build-up
By: Homeowner or Qualified Service Technician
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been
unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
b. Follow the directions for cleaning the exhaust path
found on
page 17.
c. If unable to thoroughly clean the blower through
this access, follow section on Side Curtain
Replacement on
exhaust blower.
d. Vacuum the blower's impellers. Use care not to
bend or damage the blower fins.
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies recommends to
use a heavy duty vacuum cleaners specifically
designed for solid fuel appliance cleaning.
for direct access to the
page 24
04/21