United States Stove Company 4840 - Manual (Page 12)

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ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fi tting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible
fl oor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending fi nal disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil
or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have been thoroughly cooled. Do not
place other waste in the same container.
CHECK AND CLEAN THE HOPPER
Check the hopper periodically to determine if there is any sawdust or pellets that are sticking to the hopper surface. Clean as needed.
DOOR AND GLASS GASKETS
Inspect the door’s and ash pan’s gaskets periodically. These may need to be removed to have frayed, broken, or compacted gaskets
replaced. Keep door, glass, and ash pan seals in good condition.
BLOWER MOTORS
Clean the air holes on the motors of both the exhaust and distribution blowers annually. Remove the exhaust blower from the
exhaust duct and clean out the internal fan blades as part of your fall start-up.
PAINTED SURFACES
Painted surfaces may be wiped down with a damp cloth. If scratches appear, or you wish to renew your paint, contact your
Authorized pellet heater Dealer to obtain a can of suitable high-temperature paint.
GLASS
Cleaning - We recommend using a high quality glass cleaner. Should a build up of creosote or carbon accumulate, you may wish
to use 000 steel wool and water to clean the glass. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners. DO NOT perform the cleaning while the glass
is HOT. ,
In the event you need to replace the glass, follow these instructions. Wear leather gloves or any other gloves suitable for handling
broken glass. Dispose of all broken glass properly. Use ONLY high temperature ceramic glass of the correct size and thickness. DO
NOT substitute alternative materials for the glass. Contact your authorized dealer to obtain this glass. The fi rebox glass is replaced
as follows: remove the retainers and any broken glass or gasketing from the sealing face of the door. Install a new glass gasket.
Re-install the retainers to hold the glass. Be careful not to overtighten the screws for this could damage the glass. To replace the
viewing door glass remove the back of the door and the insulation, then proceed as described for the fi rebox door glass replacement.
DO NOT abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass removed, cracked
or broken.
FALL START UP
Prior to starting the fi rst fi re of the heating season, check the outside area around the exhaust and air intake systems for obstructions
including leaves, bushes/shrubs, and/or trees. Clean and remove any fl y ash from the exhaust venting system. Clean any screens
on the exhaust system and on the outside air intake pipe. Turn all of the controls on and make sure that they are working properly.
This is also a good time to give the entire heater a good cleaning throughout.
SPRING SHUTDOWN
After the last burn in the spring, remove any remaining pellets from the hopper and the auger feed system. Scoop out the pellets
and then run the auger until the hopper is empty and pellets stop fl owing. Vacuum out the hopper. Thoroughly clean the burn pot,
and fi rebox. The exhaust system should be thoroughly cleaned. If removing the unit for storage, store the heater in a dry location.
YEARLY SERVICING
A yearly servicing and cleaning by your Authorized pellet heater dealer is recommended. A fee may be charged for this service.
MAINTENANCE