PELLET STOVES Chapter 5
INSTALLATION AND USE MANUAL
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5. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
ATTENTION!
All cleaning of all parts must be carried out with the
stove completely cold and unplugged.
The stove does not need much maintenance if used with
certified quality pellets. The necessity for maintenance
increases with use and depending on the performance
requested of it.
5.1. DAILY AND WEEKLY CLEANING
5.1.1. Before each lighting
Clean the grate of ash and any incrustation which could obstruct the
passage of air.
REMEMBER THAT ONLY A CLEAN, NEAT GRATE CAN
ENSURE PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR PELLET
STOVE.
A simple visual check, carried out daily, will reveal
whether the grate is in good working order.
For good cleaning of the grate, pull it completely out of its housing and
thoroughly clean the grate and holes on the bottom. If you use good-
quality pellets, you will normally only need to use a paintbrush to
restore the perfect condition of the component. For tough incrustations,
use the steel tool provided with the stove.
5.1.2. Check every 2/3 days
Clean and empty the ash drawer, watching out for hot ash.
Only if the ash is completely cold, it is possible to use a vacuum
cleaner to remove it. Use a drum-type vacuum cleaner that is suitable
for picking up particles of a certain size.
Experience, and the quality of the pellets used, will determine the
frequency of cleaning.
It is however advisable not to let it exceed 2 or 3 days.
When the job is completed, re-close the ash drawers, making sure that
they are properly shut.
5.1.3. Cleaning the glass
For cleaning the ceramic glass, the use of a dry brush is recommended,
or if it is very dirty, the special spray detergent, applying a small
quantity then cleaning with a cloth.
ATTENTION!
Do not spray the cleaning product on the painted
parts or on the gaskets of the fire door (ceramic fibre
cord)
Example of clean grate
Example of dirty grate
Cleaning the ash collection compartment
Cleaning the glass
