Quadra-Fire EDGE 60 ZERO CLEARANCE PELLET FIREPLACE 7051-158B - Manual (Page 19)

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December 6, 2011 7051-158B Page 19
EDGE 60 Pellet Fireplace
7. Cleaning the Hopper
• Frequency: Monthly or after burning 1 ton of fuel
(aprx. 50 bags) or when changing fuel types
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF, the appliance
is allowed to cool and the power switch is in the OFF
position.
b. After burning approximately 1 ton of fuel you will need to
clean the hopper to prevent sawdust and/or fi nes build-
up.
b. A combination of sawdust/fi nes and pellets on the auger
reduces the amount of fuel supply to the fi repot.
c. This can result in nuisance shut downs and mis-starts.
• Empty the hopper of any remaining pellets.
• Vacuum the hopper and feed tube.
8. Cleaning the Glass
• Frequency: When clear view of fi repot becomes
obscure
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF, the
appliance is allowed to cool and the power switch is
in the OFF position.
b. Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially
available cleaner. Wipe down with dry towel.
9. Door Latch Inspection
• Frequency: Prior to heating season
• By: Homeowner
The door latch is non-adjustable but the gasketing between
the glass and fi rebox should be inspected periodically to
make sure there is a good seal.
If the gasket is frayed or damaged, replace with a new
one.
Caution! Handle glass assembly with care. Glass is
breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• Do not clean glass while it is hot
12. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency: Yearly
• By: Homeowner
10. Cleaning Exhaust Blower - Do Not Use
Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF, the
appliance is allowed to cool and the power switch is
in the OFF position.
b. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the
propellers.
11. Cleaning Convection Blower - Do Not Use
Lubrication
• Frequency: Yearly or as needed
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF, the appliance
is allowed to cool andthe power switch is in the OFF
position.
b. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the
propellers.
a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF, the appli-
ance is allowed to cool andthe power switch is in the
OFF position.
b. Remove all ash from the fi rebox and vacuum thor-
oughly.
c. Paint all exposed steel, including cast-iron.
• Use the Touch-Up paint supplied with the appliance;
or,
• Purchase paint from your local dealer
• Must use a high-temperature paint made specifi -
cially for heating appliances
d. Cleaning the fl ue at the end of the burn season will
prevent corrosives to build-up and damage the fl ue.
e. Outside temperatures should have no affect on the
performance of the appliance under freezing condi-
tions.
13. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal
in Exhaust Venting System.
• Frequency: Prior to each burn season and after pro-
longed shut down.
• By: Qualifi ed Service Technician/Homeowner
The products of combustion will contain small particles
of fl yash. The fl yash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the fl ow of the fl ue gases. Incom-
plete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shut-
down, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead
to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust
venting system. The exhaust venting system should be
inspected at least once every year to determine if clean-
ing is necessary.
The venting system may need to be cleaned at least
once a year or more often depending upon the quality
of your fuel or if there is a lot of horizontal pipe sections.
Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal sections.