Avalon Firestyles 900 PI-1992 - Manual (Page 36)

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CARE & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Cont.)
I. EXHAUST FAN
Open the left side panel by taking a standard screwdriver and turning the three screws located on the left side one-half turn
counter-clockwise. These screws are actually cogs that hold the panel in place, and only need to be turned slightly to
release. Then swing the panel back on the hinge located on the very back of the left side.
To re-attach, use a screwdriver to turn the screws one-half turn while pressing them against their sockets. See the
illustration below.
Fasteners (Turn
one-half revolution
with standard
screwdriver)
Hinge
To Remove, Twist and Pull
To Fasten, Push and Twist
Next, disconnect the pellet vent/interior connector that connects to the back of the stove. With the left panel opened, use a
3/8" nut driver to remove the three mounting nuts that hold the exhaust fan in place. Two of the nuts are located on the top
of the exhaust fan while one is on the lower left and can only be accessed through a hole in the sheet metal. See the
illustration below for reference. Disconnect the two power leads going to the exhaust fan. Remove the insulation
surrounding the exhaust fan. Tilt the exhaust fan outwards and slide towards the opening to remove. With the exhaust fan
removed, check the gasketing that insulates the connection between the exhaust fan and the exhaust housing. If the
gasket has deteriorated, replace. Follow directions in reverse order to re-attach the exhaust fan. NOTE: The two electrical
leads coming from the exhaust fan are black. They are connected to a green wire and a brown wire. It does not matter
which color goes to which black exhaust fan lead.
Exhaust Fan
Mounting Nuts
Exhaust Fan
(Lined with
Insulation)
Power Leads to
Exhaust Fan
Exhaust
Housing
Once the exhaust fan is removed, place it so the side that holds the gasket is up. Check the impeller blades for any damage
and replace if necessary. Use a vacuum cleaner or brush to clear away any flyash that may have accumulated. Lubricate
the exhaust fan bearings located on both sides of the fan motor with two drops of light machine oil.