United States Stove BEC95 Manual Do Utilizador
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The second factor in determining heat output is its density or weight per cord. With equal seasoning and dryness, heavier,
denser wood has more heating value per cord. For example, hickory is denser wood than pine, so a cord of hickory will
give more heat than a cord of pine.
For longer and safer heater life, never use manufactured composition logs, salt water soaked wood (driftwood), or
chemical additives in this heater.
denser wood has more heating value per cord. For example, hickory is denser wood than pine, so a cord of hickory will
give more heat than a cord of pine.
For longer and safer heater life, never use manufactured composition logs, salt water soaked wood (driftwood), or
chemical additives in this heater.
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF THE HEATER AND VENTING SYSTEM (ROUTINE MAINTENANCE)
HEATER MAINTENANCE
The heater’s outer cabinet may be wiped free of dust with a soft cloth. The use of any other cleaning method may dam-
age the cabinet’s fi nish.
Check the following items regularly during the heating season to ensure proper heater operation:
1. Condition of feed door and ash door gaskets--replace if excessive wear is observed.
2. Condition of the feed door, ash door and cabinet latching pawls and handles--ensures that operation will securely
close the door adjust as necessary.
At the end of each heating season, the heater should be thoroughly cleaned of all ashes. Ashes remaining in the heater
in combination with moisture in the air can cause severe corrosion of the heater. All rust spots on the heater should
be wire brushed and covered with a coat of high temperature paint. If the heater is to be stored until the next heating
season, be sure the storage area is dry.
The heater should never be used with damaged or missing parts.
DISPOSAL OF ASHES
Ashes should not be allowed to accumulate until they obstruct the airfl ow through the burning wood. If ashes are al-
lowed to accumulate to within two inches of the bottom of the grates, poor burning of the fuel is likely, and the grates
will be damaged from overheating.
When removing the ash pan from the heater, wear gloves to protect your hands from glowing embers and hot surfaces.
ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED IN A METAL CONTAINER WITH A TIGHT FITTING LID. THE CLOSED CONTAINER
OF ASHES 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.
Ashes should never be placed in wooden or plastic containers, or in paper or plastic bags, no matter how long the fi re
has been out. Coals have been known to stay hot for several days when embedded in ashes.
VENTING SYSTEM (CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY)
The venting system consists of the heater’s chimney connector (the pipe which connects the heater to the chimney)
and the chimney itself.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine the expelled moisture to form
creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney fl ue of a slow burning fi re. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates on the fl ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fi re.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected twice a month during the heating season to determine if a
creosote buildup has occurred.
If creosote has accumulated, if should be removed to reduce the risk of chimney fi re. NOTE: When removing creosote
from e chimney connector and chimney, the heater should be disconnected from the chimney connector to prevent the
dislodged creosote from entering the heater.
A chimney fi re is usually indicated by a roaring noise within the chimney and/or a pinging noise within the chimney con-
nector. Well developed chimney fi res will emit ash and sparks from the top of the chimney.
If a chimney fi re occurs, turn the thermostat to “Lo”, keep the feed, ash and cabinet doors closed, call the fi re department
and protect the roof by wetting it with a garden hose or buckets of water. After the chimney fi re is over, thoroughly inspect
all combustible materials around the chimney and chimney connector for fi res that might have been ignited by the intense
heat. The chimney and chimney connector should then be inspected for any damage and repairs made if necessary.
Although a properly constructed chimney should not be damaged by a chimney fi re, it is best to prevent chimney fi res
by properly cleaning the chimney. There are special chimney cleaning services available in most cities. Most fi re de-
partments make free chimney inspections and can provide assistance in locating chimney cleaning or repair services.
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR PIPE-CORROSION INSPECTION
Chimney connector pipes do not last forever. Corrosion is particularly a problem if the inside of the pipe tends to get
damp from condensation of fl ue gases or from rain or snow getting into the chimney. Just being on an ocean coast can
also accelerate chimney connector pipe corrosion.
Chimney connector pipe replacement may be necessary more than once a season, but once every few years is more
typical. Every time the chimney and chimney connector are checked for creosote buildup, the strength and integrity of
the chimney connector pipes should also be checked.
The heater’s outer cabinet may be wiped free of dust with a soft cloth. The use of any other cleaning method may dam-
age the cabinet’s fi nish.
Check the following items regularly during the heating season to ensure proper heater operation:
1. Condition of feed door and ash door gaskets--replace if excessive wear is observed.
2. Condition of the feed door, ash door and cabinet latching pawls and handles--ensures that operation will securely
close the door adjust as necessary.
At the end of each heating season, the heater should be thoroughly cleaned of all ashes. Ashes remaining in the heater
in combination with moisture in the air can cause severe corrosion of the heater. All rust spots on the heater should
be wire brushed and covered with a coat of high temperature paint. If the heater is to be stored until the next heating
season, be sure the storage area is dry.
The heater should never be used with damaged or missing parts.
DISPOSAL OF ASHES
Ashes should not be allowed to accumulate until they obstruct the airfl ow through the burning wood. If ashes are al-
lowed to accumulate to within two inches of the bottom of the grates, poor burning of the fuel is likely, and the grates
will be damaged from overheating.
When removing the ash pan from the heater, wear gloves to protect your hands from glowing embers and hot surfaces.
ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED IN A METAL CONTAINER WITH A TIGHT FITTING LID. THE CLOSED CONTAINER
OF ASHES 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.
Ashes should never be placed in wooden or plastic containers, or in paper or plastic bags, no matter how long the fi re
has been out. Coals have been known to stay hot for several days when embedded in ashes.
VENTING SYSTEM (CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AND CHIMNEY)
The venting system consists of the heater’s chimney connector (the pipe which connects the heater to the chimney)
and the chimney itself.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine the expelled moisture to form
creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney fl ue of a slow burning fi re. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates on the fl ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fi re.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected twice a month during the heating season to determine if a
creosote buildup has occurred.
If creosote has accumulated, if should be removed to reduce the risk of chimney fi re. NOTE: When removing creosote
from e chimney connector and chimney, the heater should be disconnected from the chimney connector to prevent the
dislodged creosote from entering the heater.
A chimney fi re is usually indicated by a roaring noise within the chimney and/or a pinging noise within the chimney con-
nector. Well developed chimney fi res will emit ash and sparks from the top of the chimney.
If a chimney fi re occurs, turn the thermostat to “Lo”, keep the feed, ash and cabinet doors closed, call the fi re department
and protect the roof by wetting it with a garden hose or buckets of water. After the chimney fi re is over, thoroughly inspect
all combustible materials around the chimney and chimney connector for fi res that might have been ignited by the intense
heat. The chimney and chimney connector should then be inspected for any damage and repairs made if necessary.
Although a properly constructed chimney should not be damaged by a chimney fi re, it is best to prevent chimney fi res
by properly cleaning the chimney. There are special chimney cleaning services available in most cities. Most fi re de-
partments make free chimney inspections and can provide assistance in locating chimney cleaning or repair services.
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR PIPE-CORROSION INSPECTION
Chimney connector pipes do not last forever. Corrosion is particularly a problem if the inside of the pipe tends to get
damp from condensation of fl ue gases or from rain or snow getting into the chimney. Just being on an ocean coast can
also accelerate chimney connector pipe corrosion.
Chimney connector pipe replacement may be necessary more than once a season, but once every few years is more
typical. Every time the chimney and chimney connector are checked for creosote buildup, the strength and integrity of
the chimney connector pipes should also be checked.