scandia Supremacy 300 Owner's Manual page 13

WOOD HEATER MAINTENANCE
CHECK YOUR WOOD HEATER REGULARLY
Initially, we recommend you check your flue system at least once per month. After the first few months you will notice a pattern
of soot and creosote build up and you can then determine an inspection interval for checking soot and creosote build up that is
suitable for your wood heater installation.
Other checks, as listed below, should be carried out at least twice per year. If you notice anything wrong at any time it should
be repaired immediately. Never use a wood heater that is in any way damaged or has a damaged flue.
1.
Check your flue system for build up of soot or creosote and for signs of damage to joints.
2. To check flue outlet remove top of baffle by lifting and pulling out at end. Use a flashlight to check flue outlet.
Clean and repair as necessary. Always replace top baffle before relighting stove.
3. Check that glass is not cracked or chipped and that the sealing rope is in good condition. Replace as necessary.
4. When the room is dark, use a strong flashlight to check the sealing of the wood heater at the edge and corners for
leaks. Any leaks or cracks found should be repaired with fire cement or damaged parts should be replaced with genuine
spare parts.
5. During periods in inactivity or infrequent use, regularly alternate the position of the flue damper.
We also recommend placing a silica bag in the firebox to absorb any moisture which may cause rust.
6. Check that wood heater door is tight and well sealed when closed. Place a strip of paper into the wood heater and
close the door, try to pull out paper. You should feel some resistance to your pull, check several points around the door.
If it pulls out too easily, replace the rope and seal in place with a suitable high temperature sealant.
7. Check baffle plate and firebricks. Baffle plate should be replaced if a hole appears in the surface of the plate.
Firebricks should be replaced when they start to crumble or the firebox is exposed.
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