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Yosemite Wood Stove
7004-187F September 1, 2008
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CHIMNEY CLEANING
1. Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot embers
before disposal. Allow the stove to cool completely.
2. Disconnect flue pipe or remove baffle from stove before
cleaning chimeny. Otherwise residue can pile up on top of the
baffle and the stove will not work properly;
3. Close the door tightly and proceed with sweeping the chim-
ney.
4. Sweep the collected ashes into the ash removal box, and
empty. Clean out the remaining ashes from firebox.
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 flue
of a newly-started or a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote
creates an extremely hot fire which may damage the chimney or
even destroy the house. The chimney connector and chimney
should be inspected at least once every 2 months during the
heating season to determine if a creosote or soot build-up has
occurred. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to
reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
INSPECTION:
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least
once every 2 months during the heating season to determine if
a soot or creosote buildup have occurred. Inspect the system at
the stove 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.
REMOVAL:
If soot or creosote have accumulated, it should be removed to
reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Use a brush specifically designed
for the type of chimney in use. 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.
Prior to brushing the chimney clean, follow these steps to ensure
that the accumulation of ash and creosote falls directly into the
firebox for removal.
MAINTENANCE
ASH REMOVAL
CREOSOTE
Ash Door
Handle
Swings Open
This product is equipped with an ash removal system. We
recommend emptying the ash pan at least once a week when the
stove is in constant operation. The amount of ash is dependent
on the type of wood being burned. DO NOT ALLOW ASHES TO
BUILD UP IN THE ASHPAN UNTIL THEY REACH THE GRATE.
THIS WILL LEAD TO PREMATURE DETERIORATION OF THE
GRATE AND MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO EMPTY THE ASH PAN.
TO EMPTY THE ASH PAN AND DISPOSE OF ASHES:
1. Allow the stove to cool completely.
2. CAUTION! Ash coals can remain extremely hot for
several days. Protect your hands with gloves when
removing the ash pan.
3. DO NOT OPERATE THE STOVE WITH ASH PAN DOOR
OPEN OR WITH ASH PAN REMOVED. The hinged door will
open from the right hand side. Pull ash pan out carefully.
4. Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight
fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed
on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from
all combustible materials, pending final 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.
5.
Replace ash pan, swing door shut and close ash door handle.
ASH REMOVAL
GLASS CARE
NOTE: Remove all labels from glass prior to lighting
the first fire.
This stove is equipped with ceramic, heat-resistant glass, which
can only be broken by impact or misuse. Do not slam the stove
door or impact the glass. When closing the door, make sure that
logs do not protrude against the glass.
Inspect the glass regularly for cracks or breaks. If you detect a
crack or break, extinguish the fire immediately and contact your
dealer for replacement.
A portion of the combustion air entering the firebox is deflected
down over the inside of the door glass. This air flow “washes” the
glass, helping to keep smoke from adhering to its surface. When
operated at a low burn rate, less air will be flowing over the glass
and the smokey, relatively cool condition of a low fire will cause
the glass to become coated. Operating the stove with the Primary
Air Control all the way open for 15-20 minutes should remove
the built up coating. If the deposits on the glass are not very
heavy, normal glass cleaners work well. Heavier deposits may
be removed by using a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or by
using a commercially available oven cleaner. After using an
oven cleaner, it is advisable to remove any residue with a glass
cleaner or soap and water. Oven cleaner left on during the next
firing can permanently stain the glass and damage the finish on
plated metal surfaces.