Heatmor 200X - Catalytic Converter Cleaning Procedures; Surface and Deep Cleaning Methods

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Cleaning
Surface Cleaning – It is important to ensure the surface of the catalyst stays free of ash and
debris. At least every three days, using the supplied brush, brush over the surface of the
catalyst. This knocks down that the ash that starts to clog the catalyst, shortening the burn
cycle and making the stove inefcient.
Deep Cleaning
After a period of time, brushing the surface of the catalyst will fail to remedy the long burn
time problem. In this case it is necessary to remove the catalyst from the stove and deep
clean the catalyst. Follow the steps below:
1. Gently remove any loose ash from the combustor. A home vacuum cleaner is effective,
using either suction or exhaust. USE CAUTION – High air velocities can strip catalyst
off the ceramic. (Never use a high pressure air hose!) Never scrub or abrade any part
of the catalyst since this may remove the catalyst from the ceramic, or damage the
ceramic.
2. Prepare the cleaning solution. Make a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water in a large
pot, and heat the mixture until boiling.
3. Locate a container that can t the catalyst. Place catalyst in container and carefully
pour cleaning solution over top of catalyst until catalyst is fully covered by the cleaning
solution.
4. Let Catalyst and solution sit for 30 minutes. While catalyst soaks, boil enough distilled
water for 2 rinses. After 30 min is up, remove catalyst and place on a towel. Discard
cleaning solution.
5. Place Catalyst back into container and pour just enough rinse water to cover catalyst.
Allow catalyst to sit 15 minutes.
6. Repeat Rinse a second time. Note: There will be little to no change in the color of the
catalyst.
7. Let catalyst dry for 24 hrs. This will allow the combustor to dry and prevent steam from
damaging the catalyst. If catalyst must be returned sooner, place in an oven at 300
degrees F for 60 minutes. Turn off oven and let combustor return to room temperature.
8. Reinstall according to instillation instructions
If Removal and cleaning of catalyst does not x the problem, contact your local dealer.