Quadra-Fire 3100 31M-ACC-MBK - Manual (Page 31)

March 2, 2007 7033-277C Page 31
3100 Wood Stove Series (ACC) R
9
Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance
A. General Maintenance
Inspection: Inspect the system at the appliance connection
and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build
creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to check the
chimney from the top as well as from the bottom.
Formation and Need For Removal: When wood is burned
slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which
combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The
creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney
fl ue of a newly-started or a slow-burning fi re. As a result,
creosote residue accumulates on the fl ue lining. When
ignited, this creosote creates an extremely hot fi re which
may damage the chimney or even destroy the house. The
chimney connector and chimney should be inspected once
every 2 months during the heating season to determine if a
creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If creosote or soot
has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk
of a chimney fi re.
1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning
• Frequency: Annually before lighting stove or once every 2
months during heating season.
• By: Homeowner / Chimney Sweep
• Task:
See the following instructions.
Remove all ash from the fi rebox and extinguish all hot
embers before disposal. Allow the appliance to cool
completely. Disconnect fl ue pipe or remove baffl e and
ceramic blanket from appliance before cleaning chimney.
Otherwise residue can pile up on top of the baffl e and
ceramic blanket and the appliance will not work properly.
(See Baffl e Removal on page 34). Close the door tightly.
The creosote or soot should be removed with a brush
specifi cally designed for the type of chimney in use. Clean
out fallen ashes from the fi rebox. A chimney sweep can
perform this service.
It is also recommended that before each heating season
the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and
repaired if necessary.
3. Disposal of Ashes
1. The stove and ashes must be completely cooled down
before using the Ash Removal System. Reach down and
locate the ash removal door handle under the left side of
the stove in the center. Squeeze the handle and push all
the way back. A magnet will hold the handle in place which
in turn holds the ash door open.
2. Clean ash down through the ash removal system grate into
the drawer below. If there are large pieces in the ashes,
you can remove the grate before brushing the ash into the
drawer. Be sure to replace the grate before operating the
stove. Remember to leave 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6-13mm) of
ash on the fi rebox fl oor to act as a natural grate, allowing
air to fl ow freely underneath wood.
3. Close the door handle, you will hear a “click” when it closes.
The ash drawer will not pull out if the door handle is left in
the open position. Wear gloves to remove the drawer.
Dispose of the ashes following the directions below.
Fire Risk.
Disposal of Ashes
WARNING
• Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight
fi tting lid.
• Do not place metal container on combustible
surface.
• Ashes should be retained in closed container until all
cinders have thoroughly cooled.
Fire Risk.
• Do not use chimney cleaners or fl ame colo-
rants in your appliance.
Will corrode pipe.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Prevent creosote buildup.
WARNING
• Inspect chimney connector and chimney once
every two months during heating season.
• Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney fi re.
• Ignited creosote is extremely HOT.
3. ARS Operating and Cleaning
• Frequency: As necessary
• By: Homeowner
• Task:
See the following instructions.
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a
tight fi tting lid. The closed container of ashes should
be placed on a non-combustible fl oor or on the ground,
well away from all combustible materials, pending fi nal
disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil
or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained
in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly
cooled.
• Frequency: As necessary
• By: Homeowner
• Task:
See the following instructions.
• Gloves recommended
• May have sharp edges
CAUTION
Injury Risk.