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4.2
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 DUCTING SYSTEM.
The most efficient method to sweep the venting system is 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, it must be removed immediately to eliminate the risk of a
chimney fire.
CAUTION: CLEANOUT OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, CHIMNEY, AND DRAFT INDUCER IF USED,
IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING
THE SUMMER MONTHS, CAUSED BY ACCUMULATED ASH.
4.3
ASH REMOVAL AND VACCUM USE
In order to remove ashes form the ash drawer, simply remove the door access in front at the bottom of the furnace,
open the other door access and remove the ash drawer.
Once the ashes have been removed, you should take this opportunity to thoroughly vaccum around the ash drawer.
This will prevent ashes from being dispersed into the air ducts. We suggest using a vacuum designed for ashes.
Some regular vacuums and shop vacs leak ash into the room. Your vacuum or shop vac may have a special filter or
bag available to eliminate this leakage.
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