Drolet ECO-65 - Manual (Page 26)

5. Check outside to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney are not igniting the
roof;
6. Do not use the stove again until your chimney and stove have been inspected by a qualified chimney
sweep or a Fire Department Inspector;
CAUTION: CLEANOUT OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, AND CHIMNEY, IS ESPECIALLY
IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING
THE SUMMER MONTHS, CAUSED BY ACCUMULATED ASH.
3.3.2. Soot and Flyash – Formation and need for removal
The products of combustion will contain small particles of flyash. The flyash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the flow of the flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shutdown,
or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust
venting system. The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least once a year to determine if cleaning is
necessary.
3.4. ASH REMOVAL AND VACUUM USE
In order to remove ashes form the ash drawer, simply unscrew the wing nut, open the access door, and empty
the ash drawer.
Also, it is important that the door and the ash drawer be kept closed while the appliance is in
use.
3.4.1. ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes must be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container should be placed on a
non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. This
container should not receive any other type of waste. 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 been thoroughly cooled.
Once the ashes have been removed, you should take this opportunity to thoroughly vacuum around the ash
drawer. We suggest using a vacuum designed for ashes. Some regular vacuums and shop vacs disperses ash
into the room. Your vacuum or shop vac may have a special filter or bag available to eliminate this dispersion.
FIGURE 22
Ash Drawer