Cleaning of painted parts, Cleaning flue pipe, Cleaning by specialised personnel – MCZ Alpha User Manual
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INSTALLATION AND USE MANUAL
Chapter 6
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Maintenance and cleaning
Technical service - MCZ
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6.1.5.
Cleaning of painted parts
Do not clean the painted parts with wet rags when the unit is in
operation or hot to prevent thermal shock to the paint which may cause
it to detach. Do not use abrasive or aggressive products or materials.
Clean with damp cotton or paper towels.
The silicon paints used to paint MCZ products possess the
highest quality technical characteristics that make them
resistant to very high temperatures.
There is however a physical limit (380°-400°) beyond which
the paint begins to fade or (over 450°) to vitrify; it may then
flake and detach from the steel surface. If these effects are
noticed, it means temperatures have been reached that are
well above those at which the product should properly
operate. Therefore, you should use the amount of fuel
specified in the technical tables.
6.1.6.
Cleaning and characteristics of marble and
steatite cladding.
Steatite and marble are natural materials taken from
blocks of stone and then worked. Therefore, veins,
colour variations or other characteristics are natural
parts of the stone and should not be considered
defects.
It is important to clean carefully and with the correct
products. Cleaning the cladding incorrectly may stain
or damage the finish of the stone or marble.
Cleaning of these materials is very important and delicate. It must be
done using materials that are specifically for stone/marble.
Carefully follow the instructions on the packages of the special products
used for cleaning. Generally, you should always use water-based
materials and a soft cotton cloth.
6.1.7.
Cleaning flue pipe
Mechanical cleaning of the flue pipe is recommended at least once a
year. Excessive deposits of unburnt solid material can cause problems
with the evacuation of smoke, and gives rise to a risk of chimney fires
6.2.
CLEANING BY SPECIALISED PERSONNEL
WARNING:
The frequency with which the stove is cleaned should
be determined based on the type of use that is made
of the stove and the type of installation.
MCZ suggests relying on an authorized service centre
for end-of-season cleaning and maintenance, who will
carry out all of the previously mentioned work and
make a general check of the stove's components.