Grate; Glass Cleaning; Ash Removal; Refractory - Heat & Glo EXCLAIM-36 Owner's Manual

C. Grate
Frequency:
After each ash removal
By: Homeowner
Inspect grate for:
• Warping or sagging 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) or more
• Broken welds
• Burn-through of grate bars
For safe operation, replace only with the approved grate
from Hearth & Homes Technologies
D. Glass Cleaning
Frequency:
As necessary
By: Homeowner
Tools Needed: Vinegar or glass cleaner, soft towel
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Use a
damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or a commercially
available oven cleaner. Remove any oven cleaner
residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water.
E. Ash Removal
Frequency: As necessary
By: Homeowner
Tools Needed: Covered metal container, metal
shovel, fireplace broom
WARNING! Risk of Fire! DO NOT remove ashes until
the fire is out and the fireplace is cold.
• Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight
fitting lid.
• The closed container of ashes should be placed
on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well
away from all combustible materials, pending final
disposal.
• If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or
otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained
in the closed container until all cinders have
thoroughly cooled.
F. Refractory
Frequency:
After each ash removal
By: Homeowner
• Inspect condition of refractory. Replace if crumbly or
otherwise deteriorated, metal is exposed behind the
refractory, or if cracks exceed 1/4 in. (6 mm).
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Heat & Glo • Exclaim-36/42 Owner's Manual • 4013-267 • Rev S • 03/23