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Burnpot Cleaning:
The burnpot should be cleaned no less than once a week.
For best operation the burnpot should be cleaned every
time the hopper is lled with pellets. The re does not have
to be out to scrape the burnpot although it is recommended
the boiler be on minimum burn at the time of cleaning.
CAUTION: Wear Gloves To Prevent Burns.
Use the at end of the scraper provided to scrape down over
the holed surface of the burnpot grate. See Fig. 17. It is
not necessary to clean out the scrapings from this cleaning
because they will be pushed out as the auger operates.
Note: Make a special effort to scrape the bottom inside
corners of the burnpot where the auger tube enters the
burnpot. Carbon deposits can build up over time in this
area that may cause a restriction to the ow of pellets into
the burnpot.
Note: The end of the scraper may need sharpened
occasionally, for best results.
While scraping the burnpot, you can also use the scraper tool
to tap on each of the visible heat exchange spirals. This will
help to maintain maximum efciency between cleanings.
Cleaning the Burnpot Air Chamber:
This area only needs to be cleaned twice a heating season,
unless excessive buildup is noticed during scheduled
cleanings.
There is a cover on the front of the burnpot to gain access to
the air chamber. The cover is held into place by two thumb
screws. Loosen the thumb screws and remove the cover. See
Fig. 19. The air chamber can be cleaned of any ash that has
fallen through the holes during operation and cleaning.
NOTE: ALWAYS REMEMBER TO CLOSE THE CLEANOUT
COVER AFTER CLEANING.
Feeder Chamber (Fig. 20):
This chamber may get a buildup of nes from the feeder
mechanism movement. This area should be checked and
cleaned at least once a year.
To remove the feeder cover:
• Loosen the 5/16” wing nut.
• Slide the cover off of the threaded stud and lift upward.
• Inspect and clean the inner chamber as necessary. See Fig. 20.
• There is a removable plate in this area that deects nes
into the auger. To remove this plate, roll it out under the
pusher arm.
• Reinstall the cover making certain it is centered on the feeder
body and hand-tighten the wing nut.
Burnpot
cleanout cover
Fig. 19
Fig. 17
Scrape the burnpot to
remove any carbon
deposits which may
have formed.
Scraping can be done
while the boiler is in
operation, accessed
through the rebox
door opening. Wear
gloves to protect
from burns.
Fig. 20
Fines area
Feeder cover