Quadra-Fire TREKKER INSERT series Owner's Manual page 17

5. Ash Removal System Inspection & Cleaning
• Frequency: Monthly or after burning 50 bags
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Open the front cast door and cycle the ash removal
handle - these should be inspected for functionality
c. Inspect for any degradation or deformation.
— As the springs heat up and cool down they can
lose tension
— If there is a gap showing above the fire pot
bottom, approximately 1/16 inch (1.59mm)
or more, it means the springs have lost their
tension
— Lost tension cannot keep the floor in the
proper position causing ignition problems and
fuel falling into the ash pan. If noted, call your
dealer to replace the springs.
Figure 17.1
WARNING
Risk of fire!
Do NOT store fuel:
• Closer than required clearances to
combustibles to appliance.
• Within space required for loading or ash
removal
6. Cleaning the Hopper
• Frequency: See chart on page 14
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure 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.
January 8, 2019
7. Cleaning the Glass
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8. Door Latch & Gasket Inspection
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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.
Ash Dump Lever
7082-154E
Frequency: See chart on page 14
By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially
available cleaner. Wipe down with dry towel.
Frequency: See chart on page 14
By: Homeowner
CAUTION
Handle glass assembly with care when
cleaning glass door:
• 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.
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