Removing The Baffle Plate - Precision HF357i-B Instruction Manual

REMOVING THE BAFFLE PLATE

Regular checking of the baffle plate will ensure that
the stove's flueway stays clear of soot as well as
ensure its continued safe and efficient operation. If
you have never owned a stove before it is important
to understand how critical this aspect of operating
a stove is. As stated previously it is best to
familiarise yourself with this procedure before the
stove is installed.
With the Precision Inset Boiler there are no baffle
fixing brackets, bolts or fire bricks to remove.
Firstly, if undertaking this after the stove has been
used then take care to protect any decorative finishes
1 Push upwards and pull forward
2 Drop down at angle
3 Carefully remove from the fire chamber
such as porous stonework, tile grout or carpets as
there will inevitably be some sooty debris removed
with the baffle. When the stove and boiler are cold,
simply put your hand inside the 'roof' of the fire
chamber and push upwards. This will release the plate
which should then be pulled forward slightly and
dropped down on one side to clear the fixed retainers
ready for inspection and cleaning.
To replace the baffle, simply reverse the operation –
ensuring that it sits securely along the retaining ledge
at the back of the fire chamber and that there are no
air gaps between the retainer and the baffle.
Remember, only attempt to remove the baffle when
you are sure that the inside of the stove is cold.
To back of stove
10