Chimney Fires; To Avoid A Chimney Fire; In Case Of A Chimney Fire; Curing Of The Paint Finish - Pacific energy ALDERLEA T6 LE Operating And Installation Instructions

Chimney Fires

The dangerous side effect of excessive creosote buildup is a chimney fire. This causes much higher than
normal temperatures in the chimney and on its exterior surfaces. Temperatures inside the chimney can
exceed 2000°F (1100°C). Ignition of nearby or touching combustible material is more likely during a chimney
fire. Proper clearances are critical to prevent damage during such a fire.
Chimney fires are easy to detect; they usually involve one or more of the following:
• Flames and sparks shooting out of the top of the chimney
• A roaring sound
• Vibration of the chimney

To Avoid a Chimney Fire

1. Burn wood cleanly. Do not burn wet wood or turn down the unit too quickly after loading.
2. Do not let creosote build up to a point where a chimney fire is possible.
3. Do not have fires in the heater that may ignite chimney fires. These are excessively hot fires, such as when
burning household trash, cardboard, Christmas tree limbs, or even ordinary fuel wood; (eg. with a full load
on a hot bed of coals and with the air inlet wide open for more time than is needed to completely char a
fresh fuel load.)
4. The Chimney and connector pipe should be inspected /cleaned periodically.

In Case of a Chimney Fire

1. Prepare to evacuate to ensure everyone's safety. Have a well understood plan of action for evacuation.
Have a place outside where everyone is to meet.
2. Close air inlet on stove.
3. Call local fire department. Have a fire extinguisher handy. Contact your local municipal or provincial fire
authority for further information on how to handle a chimney fire. It is most important that you have a
clearly understood plan on how to handle a chimney fire.
4. After the chimney fire is out, the chimney must be cleaned and checked for stress and cracks before
starting another fire. Also check combustibles around the chimney and the roof.
• The services of a competent or certified installer, (certified by the Wood Energy Technical Training program
(WETT) - in Canada, Hearth Education Foundation (HEARTH) - in U.S.A.,) are strongly recommended.

Curing of the Paint Finish

To acheive the best finish, the paint on your stove must be baked on. When burning your stove for the first
2-3 times it is very important that the room be well ventilated. Open all windows and doors. Smoke and fumes
caused by the curing process may cause discomfort to some individuals.
WARNING: Never use chemicals or any other volatile liquid to start a fire. Do not burn garbage, or
flammable fluids such as gasoline, naptha, or engine oil.
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