Dealing With A Chimney Fire; Disposal Of Ashes - HearthStone WFP-75 Owner's Manual

2.3.4 Dealing with a Chimney Fire

Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have
a chimney fire, follow these steps:
1. Close the fireplace door and the combustion air controls;
2. Alert your family of the possible danger;
3. If you require assistance, alert your fire department;
4. If possible, use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda or sand to control the
fire.
5. Do not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion;
6. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are
not igniting the roof;
7. Do not use the fireplace again until your chimney and fireplace have been inspected
by a qualified chimney sweep or a Fire Department Inspector;

2.3.5 Disposal of Ashes

Do not attempt to clean the fireplace when the unit is hot. Ashes should be placed in a
metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a
non- combustible floor or on the ground, well away from combustible materials pending final
disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they
should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
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