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CREOSOTE
When wood burns slowly or if not seasoned properly it produces
tar and other organic vapors which, when combined with expelled
moisture, forms creosote. Creosote vapors condense in relatively
cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire.
As a result, creosote residue accumulates on flue lining. When
ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. Chimney should
be inspected at least twice a year during heating season to determine
if creosote build-up has occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it
should be removed to reduce risk of chimney fire. It is recommended
that you use a professional chimney sweep.
REMOVING CREOSOTE
In order to remove creosote from flue, termination cap must be removed.
1.
Close damper before cleaning flue as fine soot can become
airborne in the home.
2.
If termination is round top remove sheet metal screws that
secure termination to last section of pipe and lift off cap.
3.
For square chase termination with square cap, remove screws
that secure top at four corners.
4.
Place termination top aside.
5.
After cleaning is completed open damper and collect debris
in trash container. A professional chimney sweep has all tools
and experience necessary to complete this job.
6.
Be certain to clean all loose debris from termination before
replacing.
7.
Before installing a vented or vent-free gas log set in a solid fuel
burning fireplace, chimney flue and firebox must be cleaned of
soot, creosote, ashes by a qualified chimney cleaner. Creosote
will ignite if highly heated. Inspect chimney flue for damage. If
damaged, replace components of the chimney and fireplace
as specified by the professionals.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
REFRACTORY
The brick refractory on the interior of your fireplace is manufactured
with a high quality cement mixture and reinforced with stainless
steel needles. In a new fireplace or one with new refractory, allow
refractory to cure for 24 hours.
When building a fire, build a small one for the first 3 or 4 fires. The
refractory is subjected to expansion and contraction from the heating
and cooling of firebox during operation. It is acceptable to operate
the fireplace with cracks of 1/64" wide.
If a crack should develop that is larger than the hairline crack
described, take the following corrective measures:
•
Patch crack with a refractory patching cement available at
fireplace shops or hardware stores. The refractory must still
be in one piece to patch.
•
Replace refractory panel (see fire- place owner's manual). DO
NOT continue to use your fireplace if your refractory has a crack
that exceeds 1/64".
Refractories are available through your service dealer.
GRATE
If grate warps or sags more than 1-½" or is distorted, replace with
an Empire Comfort Systems grate designed for your fireplace (see
fireplace installation manual).
GLASS DOORS
Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water.
Do not use any abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean glass
if it is still hot from use. Let doors dry completely before building
the next fire.
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