Maintenance - F2 Fires iCast Ion Installation And Operating Manual

MAINTENANCE

Any maintenance of the appliance should only be carried out when the appliance is COLD. Daily maintenance
should be limited to vacuum cleaning the appliance externally or brushing down with a soft brush. Never use
spirits to clean the appliance as this may damage the paint surface. Regularly check the flue exit from the
appliance to make sure there is no buildup of deposits that may restrict the exit of the flue gases.
Chimney sweeping
The chimney should be swept a minimum of once per year. This must be carried out by a registered and
competent person. If the appliance is used more regularly, the chimney should be swept accordingly. Your
appliance should also be given a visual inspection every time the chimney is swept.
These checks should include the rope seals, door handle, firebricks and baffle. Any buildup of soot and ashes
within the appliance should be removed, the cause determined and rectified.
Fire bricks
The fire bricks are manufactured from vermiculite. Vermiculite is a non-combustible fire resistant board, with
excellent thermal insulation properties and is safe to handle. As vermiculite is a porous material, it may over time
become worn or damaged. Please handle with care, especially when re-fueling the appliance. The insulation only
needs replacing once it has deteriorated to an extent that it is no longer protecting the body of the appliance
from the flames. Cracks in the vermiculite are normal and will not interfere with the efficiency of the appliance.
The vermiculite insulation is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty and may need replacing over time.
Door glass
Blackening of the door glass is usually a result of burning damp wood (See Problem solving - Blackened glass).
The longer staining is left to build up on the glass, the harder it becomes to clean it off. We recommend wiping
the glass after each fire to prevent any buildup of deposits over time.
This is best done using a paper towel or newspaper to avoid scratching the glass. Using a piece of newspaper to
wipe the inside of the window glass before lighting the appliance each time will also help to prevent the gradual
buildup of deposits and make future cleaning much easier. For more stubborn stains, a suitable stove glass
cleaner will be available from your authorised F2 Fires dealer.
Glass is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty and may need replacing if it becomes damaged.
Surface
The high temperature paint finish should require no further treatment. However, any damage or wear on small
areas of the paint finish may be remedied by using our high temperature aerosol paints. We recommend Calfire
Stove Bright® paints, as other paints may not be suitable to such high temperatures and substrates. Please read
the instructions on the aerosol carefully before applying and ensure the appliance is completely cold.
NEVER attempt any kind of maintenance when the stove is hot or warm. DO NOT
attempt to clean the glass directly after use. Allow the stove to cool down fully
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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