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Creosote Formation and the 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
slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates in the flue lining. When ignited this
creosote makes an extremely hot fire.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected at least twice monthly during the heating
season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated it should be
removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
Door Glass
A commercial glass cleaner designed for stoves is recommended for cleaning the glass. The glass
can also be cleaned as follows: Dip a moist cloth or old newspaper in the ashes and use this to
clean the glass. Attention: The ashes should not get into contact with your skin! Wipe with a dry
cloth. The ceramic door packing cord must not get wet.
Be careful not to abuse the glass by striking or slamming the door shut.
Do not operate the stove with broken glass. If the glass breaks then replace it promptly.
Use only replacement packing cord listed for the door, glass and ash drawer.