Quadra-Fire CB1200-B Owner's Manual page 31

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15. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal
in Exhaust Venting System.
• Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on
ash build-up.
• By: Qualified Service Technician/Homeowner
Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged
and the exhaust blower is off.
The products of combustion will contain small particles of fly
ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system
and restrict the flow of the flue gases.
At start-up if there is incomplete combustion, or if there is a
shutdown or incorrect operation of the appliance it will lead
to some soot formation. This will collect in the exhaust vent-
ing system.
The venting system may need to be cleaned at least once a
year or more often depending upon the quality of your fuel
or if there is a lot of horizontal pipe sections. Ash will build
up more quickly in the horizontal sections.
16. Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter
Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on
ash build-up.
• By: Homeowner
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown and
the exhaust blower should be off. Allow the appli-
ance to completely cool down.
b. Open the clean-out cover. See Figure 31.1.
c. Sweep out any ash build-up.
NOTE:
There are heavy duty vacuum cleaners specifi-
ically designed for solid fuel appliance cleaning.
Clean Out
Cover
Figure 31.1
September 1, 2008
17. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency: Yearly
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been
unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
b. Remove all ash from the firebox and vacuum thoroughly.
c. Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron.
• Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance;
or,
• Purchase paint from your local dealer.
• Must use a high-temperature paint made specifi-
cially for heating appliances.
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CB 1200 Pellet Stove
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