Jotul F 500 - Handbuch (Seite 9)

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The creosote that accumulates in the chimney is highly
flammable and is the fuel of chimney fires. To prevent chimney
fires it is important to have the chimney and chimney connector
pipe inspected and/or cleaned semi-annually. A qualified
chimney sweep or other authorized service person can provide
this service.
It is also important to remember that chimney size, temperature
and height all affect draft which in turn affects the formation
of creosote. Be sure to follow the installation and operation
guidelines established in this manual.
Maintenance:
For your protection always wear safety gloves when handling
the ash pan.
Ash removal
Ash removal will be required periodically depending on how
frequently the stove is used. Conveniently, the Jøtul F 500 is
equipped with an ash pan assembly for easy ash removal,
without the need for opening the front doors.
The ash pan door is located under the front ashlip of the stove.
To open the ash door, rotate the door knob counterclockwise
to unlatch the door and clockwise to latch the door.
Remove the ash pan. When the stove is in operation always
close the ash door before leaving to dispose of the ashes.
The ashes should be placed in a metal container equipped with
a tight sealing lid. The container should be placed on a
noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials, pending final 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
thoroughly cooled.
W ARNING . Do not, at any time, operate this stove with the
ash pan door open. This condition will lead to overfiring
and will damage the stove. This damage is not covered
under warranty. Only empty the ash drawer before
refueling, when the fire is low or out. The ash door should
be open only long enough to empty the ash drawer and
then securely closed. Inspect the gasket on the ash pan
door regularly and replace as necessary.
Glass Care
Cleaning:
On occasion it will be necessary to clean the carbon deposits
and fly ash off of the glass. If the carbon and fly ash are allowed
to remain on the glass for an extended period of time it could
eventually cause the glass to become etched and cloudy. Any
creosote, which might deposit on the glass, should burn off
during the next hot fire.
The proper cleaning procedure is as follows:
1. Glass needs to be completely cool.
2. Only use a cleaner that is specifically designed for this
purpose. The use of abrasives will damage the glass and
ultimately leave the glass frosted.
3. Rinse and dry glass completely before burning your stove.
Never operate the stove with a cracked or broken glass panel.
Glass removal:
Always operate the doors slowly and cautiously to avoid
cracking or breaking the glass. Never use the door to push
wood into the firebox. If the glass becomes cracked or broken
follow this procedure for replacement:
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