How Often Should You Clean The Chimney; Cleaning The Chimney - Osburn OB04010K Installation And Operation Manual

5.2.2 How often should you clean the chimney?

It is not possible to predict how much or how quickly creosote will form in your chimney. It is important,
therefore, to check the build-up in your chimney monthly when getting used to the new fireplace until you
determine the rate of creosote formation. Even if creosote forms slowly in your system, the chimney should
be cleaned and inspected at least once each year. Do not allow more than 1/8 (3 mm) creosote buildup in
the chimney.
It is recommended to clean thoroughly the chimney system at the end of every heating season. During
summer, the air is damper and with minimal air circulation within the stove or furnace, it can mix with
creosote and/or sooth deposits in the chimney system to form an acid that could accelerate the corrosion
process and induce premature decay of the steel. Corrosion damages are not covered under warranty. Have
your chimney system cleaned by a professional chimney sweep. Use a plastic or steel brush.
Contact your local municipal or provincial fire authority for information on how to handle a chimney fire.
Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fire.

5.2.3 Cleaning the chimney

Chimney cleaning can be a difficult and
dangerous job. If
experience cleaning chimneys, you might
want to hire a professional chimney sweep
to clean and inspect the system for the
first time. After having seen the cleaning
process, you can decide if it is a job you
would like to take on.
The most common equipment used are
fibreglass rods with threaded fittings and
stiff plastic brushes. The brush is forced up
and down inside the chimney flue to scrub
off the creosote.
The chimney should be checked regularly
for creosote build-up.
cleaning of the chimney can be facilitated
by removing the baffle.
•
DO NOT EXPECT CHEMICAL CLEANERS TO KEEP YOUR CHIMNEY CLEAN.
• THE RAIN CAP CAN BE REMOVED FOR INSPECTION AND/OR CLEANING OF THE CHIMNEY.
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