Archgard 10-1800P - Manual (Page 33)

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ASH DISPOSAL
CAUTION: Ashes can start fires, even after several days of inactivity. Never dispose of ashes in a
combustible container. Remove ashes only when stove and ashes are cold.
During constant use, ashes should be removed every few days. The Ash Drawer features a convenient ash
dump for easy removal of ash. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor
or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are to be
disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all coals have thoroughly cooled. Do not place other waste materials in the ash container.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1) Do not allow ashes to build up to the loading doors! Only remove ashes when the fire has died down.
Even then, expect to find a few hot embers.
2) Please take care to prevent the build-up of ash around the air housing located inside the stove box, un-
der the loading door lip.
3) Never start a fire if the ash plug is not in place. This will cause over-firing which can cause excessive
warping of the stove. Evidence of over-firing can void the warranty on your stove.
4) The firebricks are brittle and can be damaged if the plug is replaced carelessly or pieces that are too
large are forced through the hole.
Leg Unit with Ash Drawer Pedestal Base with Ash Drawer
ASH DRAWER OPERATING GUIDELINE
1) Only clean ashes out of the stove when the unit has cooled down. Remove the plug by lifting on the han-
dle. The plug may still be warm, use caution. Push the ashes down the hole into the ash drawer, the
large pieces can be left in the firebox and burned during the next fire or removed through the door open-
ing. (Photo 3)
2) Always leave ½” to 1” of ash in the bottom of the firebox. This helps in easier starting and a more uniform
burn of your fire. Replace ash plug when ashes have been removed.
3) To remove the drawer, lift slightly and slide it out. When the drawer is completely out, slide the cover
plate over the ash drawer and carry it away.
4) Before putting the ash drawer back into place, make sure the ash plug is back in place inside the stove.
NOTE: make sure the cover lid is off the ash drawer.
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