Creosote Formation & Need For Removal - Dimplex Nectre n65 Installation/Operation Instruction Manual

Maintenance
Creosote – Formation & Need for Removal
1. When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with
expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney
flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When
ignited this makes an extremely hot fire.
2. To prevent creosote buildup:
• Always burn dry wood. This allows clean burns and higher chimney temperatures, therefore
less creosote deposit.
• Leave the air control fully open for about 10-15 minutes every time you reload the stove to
bring it back to proper operating temperatures. The secondary combustion can only take place
if the firebox is hot enough.
3. The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at minimum every two months to determine
if creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk
of a chimney fire. Have your chimney cleaned at least once a year.
CAUTION: Operating N65 stove continually at a low burn rate (air starvation) or using green
(unseasoned) wood will increase the formation of creosote.
WARNING: If you are not certain of creosote inspection, contact your dealer or local chimney
sweep for a full inspection. Excess creosote buildup may cause a chimney fire that may result in
property damage, injury, or death,
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