Cradle Removal; Hopper Fines; Checking Gaskets - England's Stove Works 25-IP Installation & Operation Manual

Cradle Removal and Cleaning
The cradle needs to be removed yearly, to be cleaned and to replace the cradle gasket.
To remove the cradle:
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First, remove the back panel from the stove (using a
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Looking into the stove from the front, loosen the two bolts in the front that hold the cradle,
then remove the igniter (see page 36). After the igniter is removed, finish loosening the bolts
and lift the cradle out of the stove.
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Clean out the cradle and remove the old gasket (it may be necessary to scrape the gasket off).
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Replace the gasket, using an adhesive (high-temp. silicone can be ordered with this part).
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Place the cradle back into the stove and tighten the bolts by hand until they are touching the
cradle. Then, use a ½" socket to tighten until the gasket is mated. The bolts do not need to go
all the way in. *Note: When tightening the bolts, tighten each one a little at a time.*
Cleaning Pellet Fines from the Hopper and Auger
Depending on the type and quality of pellets burned in the stove, some accumulation of pellet fines
and dust is possible in the hopper. The lowest part of the auger, near the back of the stove, is where
most fines will accumulate. With the stove off, unplugged, completely cool and with the hopper
empty, use a utility vacuum to remove the fines from the auger tube. If the fines cannot be removed
from the top of the hopper:
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Remove the back panel, using a
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Locate the auger motor assembly at the middle rear of the stove, and once it is found, find the
two set screws on either side of the cast iron mounting collar.
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Using a / " allen wrench, loosen the set screw on either side of the auger mounting collar.
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With a utility vacuum in hand, let the auger assembly slide out of the auger tube just enough so
that the vacuum can be used to remove any fines from this area.
Reinstall the auger assembly and tighten the two set screws; reinstall the back panel, being certain to
tighten the retaining screws on the rear of the stove.

Checking Gaskets

An airtight seal at the door openings and hopper lid opening is crucial to proper stove performance.
Any air leaks at these areas can not only cause a dirty, inefficient burn but can also pose a serious
safety threat. Because of this, gaskets should always be maintained in good condition, and replaced
annually, or sooner if necessary. Gasket tightness can be checked using the "dollar-bill" method:
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Place a dollar bill between the gasket and the stove body (at the location where the gasket
meets the stove).
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Tighten the latching mechanism down and attempt to pull the dollar bill out. If the dollar bill
slides in and out easily, the gasket needs to be replaced. This test should be repeated around
the entire gasket perimeter, as gaskets will sometimes seal tightly on one side, but will be worn
and seal poorly on another side
IMPORTANT! READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS, INCLUDING CLEANING
THE UNIT AS SPECIFIED, AND REPLACING GASKETS ANNUALLY, AND PARTS AS NEEDED.
ENGLAND'S STOVE WORKS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY INCURRED DUE TO NEGLECT,
OR DUE TO UNSAFE INSTALLATION OR USAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT WITH ANY
YEARLY MAINTENANCE
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