Hearth and Home Technologies CASTILE-PMH1 - Manual (Page 30)

Page 30 250-6422E September 1, 2008
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Castile Pellet Stove
Clean-Out Cover
Figure 29.1
16. Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown and the
exhaust blower should be off. Allow the appliance to
completely cool down.
b. Open the clean out cover. See Figure 30.1.
c. Sweep out any ash build-up.
NOTE: There are heavy duty vacuum cleaners specifiically
14. Cleaning Exhaust Blower - Requires No
Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Qualified Service Technician
• Task: Contact your local dealer.
13. Cleaning Convection Blower - Requires No
Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Qualified Service Technician / Homeowner
The convection blower is located at the bottom rear of
the stove. It is house inside the screen box. See page
31 for detailed instructions on removing the blower.
The blower has two impellers, one on each side of the
motor. They should be cleaned at least once each year
or more often as needed.
15. Door Latch Inspection
• Frequency: Prior to heating season
• By: Homeowner
The door latch is non-adjustable but the gasketing between
the glass and firebox should be inspected periodically to
make sure there is a good seal.
17. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency: Yearly
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been
unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
b. Remove all ash from the firebox and vacuum thoroughly.
c. Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron.
• Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance;
or;
• Purchase paint from your local dealer.
• Must use a high-temperature paint made specifi-
cially for heating appliances.