American Energy Systems Country Flame Little Rascal - Manual (Page 21)

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Maintenance Cont.
It is important that the combustion air intake area is kept clean and free from a buildup of ash. Once a
week, remove the ash pan and firepot out of the firebox area and clean out the built-up ash using an
approved ash vacuum. Using a small cleanout hose (available with ash vac kit), suck the ash out of the
air intake and inside of the firebox area so that air can flow easily.
If ash gets way back in the air channels it will restrict air flow and cause the unit to burn dirty and the
firepot will overflow with un-burnt fuel.
Clean the area around the igniter tube and carefully clean the end of the igniter of any buildup.
When installing the firepot to its original position, make sure that the firepot is seating down into
position and there are no gaps in the bottom of the firepot cradle to the bottom of the unit. If the
firepot is not seated properly air will leak and the fire will burn dirty and fuel will build up in the
firepot area.