Open Door Fire-Viewing; Ash Removal - Jøtul F 118 CB Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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5.6 Adding Fuel
When reloading the stove while it is still hot and a bed
of hot embers still exist, follow this reloading procedure:
• Always wear gloves when tending to the stove.
• Open both the Primary Air Shutter and the FlashFire
Lever to the full open position and wait a few seconds
before opening the load door. This will allow fresh air
to flush the firebox and prevent smoke escaping when
the door is opened..
• Use a stove tool or poker to distribute the hot embers
equally around the firebox.
• Load the fuel, usually with smaller logs first.
• Close the door, be sure to latch the door tightly.
• Wait 5 – 10 minutes before setting the air controls
for the desired heat output and burn time.
(If you have at least a 2" thick ember bed when
reloading, it may be possible to close the door and
immediately adjust the air control setting).
• Set the Air Sutter on the door for the desired heat output.

5.7 Open Door Fire-viewing

Warning: This stove should be operated with the door
either fully open with optional Spark Screen in place or
with the door fully closed. If the door is left partly open,
there is risk of overfiring. Also, gas and flame may be drawn
out of the fireplace stove opening, creating risks from both
fire and smoke.
Be aware that when operating with the door open, there
exists the possibility of generating carbon monoxide
by some fuels (e.g. charcoal), and the hazards of carbon
monoxide. Be sure adequate fresh air and ventilation is
available to the stove.
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Creosote Formation and the Need for Removal
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other
vapors that combine with moisture to form creosote.
Creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney
flue, and creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.
When ignited, this creosote fuels an extremely hot fire.
The chimney connector and chimney flue should be
inspected at least twice monthly during the heating season
to determine if creosote buildup has occurred.
If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to
reduce the chance of a chimney fire.
In the event that creosote ignites in the flue, the resulting
fire is often accompanied by a roaring noise and crackling
sound as flakes of burning creosote break loose. If you
suspect you are having a chimney fire, immediately close
the air controls and make sure the door is closed securely.
Call the fire department and have everyone leave the
house.
Do not attempt to extinguish the fire. Opening the door
will only supply additional oxygen and intensify the
fire. When the fire in the flue has subsided, resist the
temptation to open the door to check on the fire. The fire
may have suffocated, but could re-ignite with a supply of
fresh air. After a chimney fire, do not use the stove until
the chimney connector and flue have been cleaned and
inspected to ensure no damage has been sustained.
See Section 6.6 of this manual regarding chimney
cleaning.

5.8 Ash Removal

Ash removal will be required periodically, depending on
how frequently the stove is used. Avoid letting the ash
accumulate to spill over the front lip. For your protection,
always wear safety gloves when handling the ashes.
Use an ash shovel to remove the accumulation from the
bottom of the firebox. It is a good idea to leave a bed of
ash in the stove bottom to promote longer burn times and
easy start-up.
Ashes should only be placed in a metal container equipped
with a tight sealing lid. The container should be placed on
a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from
all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the
ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be kept in the closed container until
all cinders have thoroughly cooled.