Fireplace Tips

Woodburning Tips:

• Use seasoned wood when possible
• Warm the flue before starting a fire
• Build smaller, hotter fires that burn more completely and produce less smoke
• Don’t restrict air supply to fireplace or stove
• Use a metal container for ash removal
• Don’t leave a fire unattended
• Cover all flue openings with a rain cap with mesh
• Use spark arrestor screening on the Fireplace opening for protection from sparks
• Never burn cardboard boxes, wrapping paper, trash or Christmas trees in the fireplace or stove
• Have a fire extinguisher nearby
• Use smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Have a professional check the flue system annually for cracks and creosote build-up…more often if you are a frequent burner
• In the event of a flue fire, call the fire department to make sure the fire has been completely extinguished and call a chimney profession to have the flue checked before using again

Wood Pellet Stove Hints:

• Buy good quality pellet fuel
• Follow proper pellet fuel storage procedures by keeping dry and away from moisture
• Clean after burning 2 tons of fuel or semi-annually:
  • Exhaust vent
  • Fresh air intake tube
  • Blowers
  • All hinges
• Clean weekly:
  • Burn pot and liner
  • Ash pan
  • Firebox
  • Door glass
  • Heat exchanger tubes
• Your pellet stove maintenance may differ from above, see the Owners’ Manual or service professional
• Familiarize yourself with pellet stove operation to receive best service