Quadra-Fire MT VERNON Owner's Manual page 29

7. Cleaning the Hopper
• Frequency: Monthly or after burning 1 ton of fuel, (aprx
50 bags) or when changing fuel types
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and the
appliance is allowed to cool.
b. After burning approximately 1 ton of fuel you will
need to clean the hopper to prevent sawdust and/
or fines build-up.
c. A combination of sawdust/fines and pellets on the
auger reduces the amount of fuel supply to the fire
pot.
d. This can result in nuisance shut downs and mis-
starts
- Empty the hopper of any remaining pellets.
- Vacuum the hopper and feed tube.
8. Cleaning the Glass
• Frequency: When clear view of fire pot becomes
obscure
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and the
appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially
available cleaner. Wipe down with dry towel.
CAUTION
Handle glass assembly with care.
When cleaning glass:
Glass
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming
glass.
• Do NOT clean glass when hot.
• Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
• Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner
on white film.
• Refer to maintenance instructions.
WARNING
Handle glass doors with care.
• Inspect the gasket to ensure it is
undamaged.
• Do NOT strike, slam or scratch glass.
• Do NOT operate appliance with glass
door removed, cracked, broken or
scratched.
August 13, 2018
9. Door Latch Inspection
• Frequency: Prior to heating season
• By: Homeowner
The door latch is non-adjustable but the gasket between
the glass and firebox should be inspected periodically to
make sure there is a good seal. If the gasket is frayed or
damaged, replace with a new one.
10. Cleaning Exhaust Blower - Requires No Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and the
appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the
propellers.
11. Cleaning Convection Blower - Requires No
Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and the
appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the
propellers.
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