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TREKKER INSERT
9. Cleaning Exhaust System
(Requires No Lubrication)
• Frequency: See chart on page 14
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Remove blower per replacement section
instructions.
c. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the impeller.
d. Vacuum out exhaust path and housing (Figure
18.1).
e. Replace fan (make sure elect connections are fully
assembled)
Figure 18.1
10. Cleaning Convection Blower
(Requires No Lubrication)
• Frequency: See chart on page 14
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Remove blower per replacement section
instructions.
c. Use a soft brush and vacuum to clean the blower
wheel.
11. Cleaning the Top Vent Adapter
(If Installed)
• Frequency: As needed
• By: Homeowner
a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool.
b. Open the clean out cover.
c. Sweep out any ash build-up.
NOTE: This unit is required to be cleaned frequently
because soot creosote and ash may accumulate.
12. Soot and Fly-ash: Formation & Need for Removal in
Exhaust Venting System.
• Frequency: See chart on page 14
• By: Qualied Service Technician and/or Homeowner
The products of combustion will contain small particles
of y-ash. The y-ash will collect in the exhaust venting
system and restrict the ow of the 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.
NOTE: Ash will build up more quickly in the horizontal
venting sections.
13. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season
• Frequency: See chart on page 14
• By: Homeowner
a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown and
allow the appliance to completely cool down.
b. Remove all ash from rebox and vacuum
thoroughly.
c. To minimize corrosion, paint all exposed steel,
including cast-iron. Use the Touch-Up paint
supplied with the appliance or purchase paint from
your local dealer. You must use a high-temperature
paint made specically for heating appliances.
d. Cleaning the ue at the end of the burn season will
prevent corrosives to build-up and damage the ue.
D. Soot or Creosote Fire Awareness
The chimney should be inspected periodically during the
heating season to determine if a creosote build-up has
occurred. If a signicant layer of creosote has accumulated
(1/8 inch [3mm] or more) it should be removed to reduce
the risk of chimney re.
Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows
how often you need to clean to be safe. Be aware that the
hotter the re the less creosote is deposited, and weekly
cleaning may be necessary in the mild weather even
though monthly cleaning may be enough in the coldest
months. Contact your local municipal or provincial re
authority for information on how to handle a chimney re.
In the event of a soot or creosote re, close the rebox
door, exit the building immediately and contact the
proper re authorities.
DO NOT under any circumstances re-enter the
building.
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