Troubleshooting & Frequently Asked Questions - St. Croix SCR Installation & Operation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Additional Installation Recommendations
1. The fans of this Stove may cause a negative pressure area in the room where this Stove is
installed.
2. Outside Combustion Air may be needed if:
a. The unit does not vent steadily, smell, experiences smoke rollout, burns poorly, or back
drafts whether or not there is combustion present.
b. Any of the symptoms listed above are alleviated by opening a window slightly on a calm
day.
c. The house is sealed with a well-sealed vapor barrier and tight fitting windows and doors
and/or has any powered devices, which exhaust house air.
d. There is excessive condensation on the windows during the winter.
e. A ventilation system is installed in the house
3. Adhere to all Clearances and Restrictions specified in the Installation Instructions of this
Stove.
Additional Operation Recommendations
1. Store fuel in sealed containers in a dry environment to prevent the fuel from absorbing
moisture and becoming damaged.
2. Creosote formation and Cleaning.
a. Establish a routine for the storage of fuel, care of the Stove and Firing Techniques.
b. Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows how often cleaning is
necessary.
c. Be aware that the hotter the fire, the less creosote is deposited, and that weekly cleaning
may be necessary in mild weather, even though monthly cleaning may be enough in the
coldest months. Run the Stove on the hottest setting once a day for 30 – 45 minutes to
prevent excessive build-up in the Stove.
d. Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fire. Contact the local fire
department for information if needed.
e. Keep the doors closed and all seals in good condition while operating the Stove.
f. INSPECT THE FLUE PIPES, JOINTS AND SEALS REGULARLY TO ENSURE
THAT SMOKE AND FLUE GASES ARE NOT DRAWN INTO, AND CIRCULATED
BY THE AIR-CIRCULATION SYSTEM.
g. CLEANING OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, CHIMNEY AND DRAFT
INDUCER IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING
SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS
CAUSED BY ACCUMULATED ASH.
h. Do Not Use Chemicals or Fluids to Start The Fire.
i. Do Not Burn Garbage, Gasoline, Naphtha, Engine Oil, or Other Inappropriate Materials
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