I've got a Blaze King Princess insert that I installed last winter. I burned probably 3/4 of a cord of wood of questionable quality in the tail end of last winter. I would like to get a sooteater and clean my insulated stainless liner from the bottom up and I have a few questions:
1. First, is it even possible to get the rods up through the bypass and get a good cleaning?
2. Do I need to remove the catalyst? I've heard they're fragile, so I'd prefer to leave it in place if possible. I'll order some gasket if I do have to remove it.
3. Any other tips are appreciated. My chimney isn't really safely accessible without a man lift, and I definitely don't want to pull the stove and disconnect the liner.
Thanks.
1. First, is it even possible to get the rods up through the bypass and get a good cleaning?
2. Do I need to remove the catalyst? I've heard they're fragile, so I'd prefer to leave it in place if possible. I'll order some gasket if I do have to remove it.
3. Any other tips are appreciated. My chimney isn't really safely accessible without a man lift, and I definitely don't want to pull the stove and disconnect the liner.
Thanks.