Venting System Maintenance; Dealing With A Chimney Fire; Soot And Flyash - Formation And Need For Removal - Drolet ECO-65 Owner's Manual

3.4.

VENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

REGULARLY EXAMINE THE FLUE PIPES, THE JOINTS, AND THE SEALING TRIMS TO ENSURE
THAT THE SMOKE AND THE COMBUSTION GASES ARE NOT TRANSPORTED INTO THE AIR
The most efficient method to sweep the venting system is by using a 4-inch pellet brush. Brush downwards so
ash, soot and creosote residues will come off the inner surface and fall at the bottom of the venting system
where they can be removed easily. The chimney must be in good condition and kept clean.
If a significant layer of creosote has accumulated (3mm / 1/8" or more), it must be removed immediately
to eliminate the risk of a chimney fire.

3.4.1. Dealing with a Chimney Fire

Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow
these steps:
1. Immediately turn off the stove;
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. Do not use
water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion;
5. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the
roof;
6. Do not use the stove again until your chimney and stove have been inspected by a qualified chimney
sweep or a Fire Department Inspector;
CAUTION: CLEANOUT OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, AND CHIMNEY, IS ESPECIALLY
IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING
THE SUMMER MONTHS, CAUSED BY ACCUMULATED ASH.
3.4.2. Soot and Flyash – Formation and need for removal
The products of combustion will contain small particles of flyash. The flyash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the flow of the flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shutdown,
or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust
venting system. The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least once a year to determine if cleaning is
necessary.
DUCTING SYSTEM.