Quadra-Fire MTV-E2-CSB Owner's Manual page 18

MT. VERNON E2
5. Ash Removal System Inspection & Cleaning
• Frequency: Monthly or after burning 50 bags
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Open the front cast door and cycle the ash removal handle
- these should be inspected for functionality
c. Inspect for any degradation or deformation.
• As the springs heat up and cool down they can lose
tension
• If there is a gap showing above the firepot bottom,
approximately 1/16 inch (1.59mm) or more, it means
the springs have lost their tension
• Lost tension cannot keep the floor in the proper
position causing ignition problems and fuel falling
into the ash pan. If noted, call your dealer to replace
the springs.
Figure 18.1
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE!
Do NOT store fuel:
• Closer than required clearances to combustibles
to appliance.
• Within space required for loading or ash removal
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6. Cleaning the Hopper
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a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. After burning approximately 1 ton of fuel you will need to
clean the hopper to prevent sawdust and/or fines build-up.
c. A combination of sawdust/fines and pellets on the auger
reduces the amount of fuel supply to the firepot.
d. This can result in nuisance shut downs and mis-starts
7. Cleaning the Glass
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a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner. Wipe down with dry towel.
Ash Dump Lever
8. Door Latch & Gasket Inspection
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The door latch is non-adjustable but the gasketing between
the glass and firebox should be inspected periodically to make
sure there is a good seal. If the gasket is frayed or damaged,
replace with a new one.
7080-132B
Frequency: See chart on page 15
By: Homeowner
•. Empty the hopper of any remaining pellets.
•. Vacuum the hopper and feed tube.
Frequency: See chart on page 15
By: Homeowner
CAUTION
Handle glass assembly with care.
When cleaning glass door:
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming
glass.
• Do NOT clean glass when hot.
• Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
• Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on white film.
Refer to maintenance instructions.
WARNING
Handle glass doors with care.
• Inspect the gasket to ensure it is
undamaged.
• Do NOT strike, slam or scratch glass.
• Do NOT operate appliance with glass door
removed, cracked, broken or scratched.
Frequency: See chart on page 15
By: Homeowner
March 14, 2014