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Hello, i am trying to clean my fire place from the bottom up but do not know how to remove the damper so i can be able to stick the sweeper through it would be greatly appreciated if you would help. thanks,
Austin
Hello Austin, most dampers have a handle, look at how it is attached in most cases there is a cotter pin (be carful removing it so you can reuse it) remove the damper handle then lift the damper up to one side and tip the low side out and let it drop (BUT DON'T DROP IT) down into the fire box, be sure to clean the shelf behind the damper then re install in reverse.
be carful to use a dust mask.
James
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Answers by Expert:
James Ball
Expertise
I am a chimney sweep with over 22 years of experience, CSIA certified and member of the NCSG, I can answer questions about smoky fire places, wood stoves, and heating units (boiler and furnace chimneys) do you need a relining? A cap? And much more
Experience
over 22 years
Organizations
Chimney Safety Institute of America, National Chimney Sweep Guild
Education/Credentials
CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) certified
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