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GRATE CARE - ASH REMOVAL
It is necessary that ashes be removed from the ash pan
on a daily basis. The ashes should never be allowed to
accumulate high enough to come in contact with the
grates. Such a condition could cut off necessary air
circulation. It could also result in a warping or burnout of
grates.
ASH DISPOSAL
Unlike wood ashes, coal ash should not be spread on the
garden. The minerals in coal ash contains several
chemicals which could be harmful to plant life.
RECOVERING UNBURNED COAL
Screen coal ashes through a piece of 1/4 inch or 3/8 inch
mesh hardware cloth. This helps recover any unburned
coal that has fallen though grates.
STORAGE OF COAL
Coal may be stored indoors or outdoors, with some
precautions:
1. The storage area must be free of materials that are
easily burned. Examples are paper, wood, rags, and
leaves.
2. Wetting and drying of coal should be avoided. Outside
storage's should be protected from rain or snow. Wet
coal should not be piled on dry coal.
3. Locate the storage area in a place that is 75º F or
lower.
4. Nut coal weighs approximately 58 lbs. per cu. ft. A
storage bin 4-feet square by 4-feet high will hold 2 tons.
IMPORTANT:
Never smother fire when adding fresh coal.
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