Quadra-Fire CB1200MI-MBK Owner's Manual page 14

CB1200 Pellet Insert
15. 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
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. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs
during startup, shutdown, or incorrect operation of the room appli-
ance will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the
exhaust venting system. The exhaust venting system should be
inspected at least once every year to determine if cleaning is nec-
essary.
The venting system may need to be cleaned at least once a year
or more often depending upon the quality of your fuel or if there is
a lot of horizontal pipe sections. Ash will build up more quickly in
the horizontal sections.
16. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency: At the end of the heating season
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged
and the exhaust blower is off.
b. Remove all ash from the firebox and vacuum thoroughly.
c. Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron.
• Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance; or,
• Purchase paint from your local dealer.
• Must use a high-temperature paint made specifically for
heating appliances.
17. Remove Baffle to Access Heat Exchanger Tubes
and Firebox Exhaust Exits
1. Open the right side access door and then open the glass door.
2. Grasp the bottom of the baffles and pull up to dislodge from
hook attachment.
3. Use a standard screw driver to unlatch the covers beneath the
baffles of each side.
4. Re-install in reverse order.
18. Vacuum Heat Exchanger Tubes, Firebox Area and
Drop Tube
1. Use a Shop Vac to vacuum any fly ash and soot from the heat
exchanger tubes and firebox area. Figure 14.1
2. Remove any debris that may be in the drop tube.
19. Clean Firebox Exhaust Exits & Exhaust Blower
1. There are 2 exhaust exits at the back of the firebox on the left
and right side. Figure 14.1 and 14.3.
2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver remove the screws and set
aside the access covers.
3. Vacuum the 2 exhaust exits thoroughly.
4. Clean the exhaust blower blades while the access cover on the
left side is still removed. Figure 14.4.
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Exposed Heat Exchanger Tubes
Left & Right Access Covers
Figure 14.1 - Baffle Removed
Exhaust Blower
Left Access Cover
Figure 14.2
Clean-Out Door
Figure 14.3
Vent Pipe
Adapter
Clean-Out
Door
Figure 14.4
7014-286B
Drop Tube
Remove Screws
Vent Pipe Adapter
Exhaust Blower
Hinged Access Door
Exhaust
Convection Firepot
Cleaning Rod
Blower
Blower
November 28, 2017