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3. Maintenance
3.1.
Cleaning the glass
The product is equipped with an air wash for the glass. Air is
sucked in through the air vent on the top of the product and
down along the inside of the glass.
However, some soot will always stick to the glass, but the
quantity will depend on the local draught conditions and
adjustment of the air vent. Most of the soot layer will
normally be burned off when the air vent is opened all the
way and a fire is burning briskly in the fireplace.
For normal cleaning, moisten a paper towel with warm water
and add some ash from the burn chamber. Rub it over the
glass and then clean the glass with clean water. Dry well. If it is
necessary to clean the glass more thoroughly we recommend
using a glass cleaner (follow the instructions on the bottle).
3.2.
Cleaning and soot removal
Soot deposits may build up on the internal surfaces of the
fireplace during use. Soot is a good insulator and will
therefore reduce the fireplace's heat output. If soot deposits
accumulate when using the product, they can easily be
removed by using a soot remover.
In order to prevent a water and tar layer from forming in the
fireplace, you should regularly allow the fire to burn hot in
order to remove the layer. An annual internal cleaning is
necessary to get the best heating effect from your product. It
is a good idea to do this when cleaning the chimney and flue
pipes.
3.3.
Cleaning the Flue
Check inside of flue prior to each season for any build-up of
creosote (wood tar).
To check the flue:
1) Remove the baffle.
2) Hold a small mirror on an angle below the flue, with a
torch shining towards it, and look for black creosote
build-up. It is normal to see a fine black powdery layer,
but if built up layers of creosote can be seen, the flue
requires cleaning.
3) If no cleaning is required, re-fit the baffle.
To clean the flue:
1) A flue cleaning brush can be purchased from most wood
heater retail outlets or large hardware stores.
Alternatively, hire a flue cleaning service to do the job for
you (it's a dirty job).
2) With the baffle plate removed, tie a rope to one end of
the brush, and drop the rope down the flue (from outside
on top of the roof).
3) Grab the end of the rope from inside the firebox and pull
the brush down through the flue.
4) Check the inside of the flue with the mirror and torch.
5) Repeat cleaning process if necessary.
6) Once the flue is clean, remove any excess creosote from
the firebox.
7) Replace the baffle.
Only pull brush downwards through flue, as pulling upwards
may separate the flue sections at their joins.
3.4.
Inspection of the fireplace
Jøtul recommends that you carefully inspect your fireplace
yourself after it has been swept/cleaned. Check all visible
surfaces for cracks. Also check that all joints are sealed and
that the gaskets are in the correct position. Any gaskets
showing signs of wear or deformation must be replaced.
Thoroughly clean the gasket grooves, apply ceramic glue
(available from your local Jøtul dealer) and press the gasket
well into place. The joint will dry quickly.
3.5.
Exterior maintenance
Painted products may change colour after several years'
usage. The surface should be cleaned and brushed free of any
loose particles before new paint is applied.
Enamelled products must only be cleaned with a clean, dry
cloth. Do not use water and soap. Any stains can be removed
with a cleaning fluid (oven cleaner etc.).
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