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How to Order Custom Glass Cuts for Wood Stove

Posted by on Saturday, 6 August, 2011

A1Stoves.com  is not just an online parts company. We have a beautiful showroom nestled in the hills of Grass Valley, California. We’ve been in the heating and hearth business for over 20 years and we take pride in providing skilled and certified help with your heating needs. Please take a moment to check our credentials and we think you’ll see that we’re serious about providing professional and skilled customer service.

A1Stoves.com is offering custom stove glass, cut to order. We’ve created an instructional video to help you through the process. Once you’ve watched the video, please click HERE to order your glass.

Please contact us at info@A1Stoves.com, or call us at 1-800-893-4950 if you have questions or need help ordering parts for your wood stove. One of our trained professionals will be happy to help you!

 

 

Wood Stove Parts

Posted by on Wednesday, 13 April, 2011
Wood Stove Parts on SaleWood stoves are the most popular, flexible and economical wood heat option. A stove can be located almost anywhere there is enough space and where its chimney can be properly routed. A perfect installation has the stove located centrally in the main floor living area of the house and the flue pipe running straight up into the chimney. This installation design will provide the best performance and need the least amount of maintenance. 

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Please click on your stove name and follow the link to our web site www.A1Stoves.com. If you need help please email us at info@a1stoves.com and we’ll be glad to help!

 

Help Me Find Parts for My Pellet Stove!

Posted by on Friday, 6 August, 2010

We offer pellet stove parts for all major brands of pellet burning stoves including Whitfield pellet stove parts, Breckwell pellet stove parts, Quadrafire replacement parts, Austroflamm pellet stove parts, and The Earth Stove replacement parts.
Finding the right parts for your pellet stove can often be a daunting task if certain information is unavailable. Information such as the Make, Model and Serial Number of your Pellet Stove is crucial to a successful Pellet Stove repair. To Identify your stove you will be looking for a metal plate that is riveted to the back or side of the stove. In some cases, such as Whitfield pellet stoves the plate is inside the hopper lid. A Quadrafire pellet stove insert may have the plate on the side so you don’t have to pull the stove completely out of the fireplace. Sending a picture of your stove to the techs at A-1 Stoves.com is another way of making sure you are going to be ordering parts for the right stove. Once you have identified your stove it is a good idea to record that information in your manual.

Don’t have your stove manual? No problem! CLICK HERE for pellet stove manuals.

Troubleshooting Your Pellet Stove

Posted by on Saturday, 17 July, 2010

Even though it’s summer it’s not too early to take a look at your pellet stove and make sure things are working properly. No one wants to be without heat when the cold is upon us! Take a few minutes to fire up that Pellet Stove and should you be experiencing any problems, perhaps the following pellet stove trouble shooting guide will come in handy.

WARNING: Disconnect the electrical cord prior to opening the sides of your stove or opening the exhaust system for any inspection, cleaning, maintenance or service work.  NEVER perform any inspection, cleaning, maintenance or service on a HOT STOVE or when the cord is plugged in.

  • Step 1
    Operate the stove in user control mode or increase the set point temperature if the stove power is on but does not fire.
  • Step 2

    Check to see if the hopper is filled with pellets or if the burn pot is dirty. If one of these is not the issue, check to make sure there is a fuel feed or that the exhaust blower snap switch is working.

  • Step 3

    Use the set-up mode feature to reduce the feed rate of a stove that is overheating or starts and runs but then has unburned pellets in the burn pot.

  • Step 4

    Decrease the base feeding rate of the stove in setup mode once a stove is cool if the circulation blower seems to run on high often.

  • Step 5

    Turn off the stove if you smell smoke in the house. Check that the stove has a continuous supply of power since power loss can cause smoke in the home. Inspect the vent and clean if needed. Also check the vent system for leaks. Use high temperature sealant as recommended by the manufacturer to repair the leaks.

  • Step 6

    Increase the stove’s feed rate in the setup mode if the flame goes out at lower feed rates.

  • Step 7

    Contact the manufacturer for an air damper if you have short flame at high pellet feed rates if you have already checked that the feed rate is not too low and have high quality fuel.

  • Step 8

    Start checking the power source for the stove if there is no fuel feed. This is the simplest item to check so verify that the stove is plugged into an electrical outlet. Fill the hopper with pellets if there is still no fuel feed. If the lack of fuel feed problem persists, close the hopper lid if it is open and the burn chamber door.

  • Step 9

    Check the exhaust system and clean if you are unable to find the source of the no fuel feed problem. The exhaust blower may need lubrication and you should consult your stove’s manual on the instructions.

  • Step 10

    Test the auger motor, exhaust blower and vacuum switch for possible jams or failures. Replace these if you cannot find another reason for the fuel feed problem.

    CAUTION: The electrical, auger and digital control components of your stove are not owner serviceable. Call your Authorized Dealer for proper diagnosis of problems and service for those components.

  • DEFINITIONS

    ASH
    Ash is a natural product of burning wood. As the amount of ash in the wood increases, the amount of ash left behind after burning high-ash wood pellets will increase. High quality pellets will produce less ash and fewer clinkers than lower quality pellets.

    CLINKER
    Clinkers are solid, glassy or porous accumulations of incombustible matter that may result from burning some types of wood pellets. Clinkers are formed at the bottom of the burn grate and, if left undisturbed, will build up and cut off combustion air.  As clinkers grow, the fire becomes orange/brown and ‘lazy’. Pellets may build up in the burn grate, the firebox & window may become sooty, and exhaust gases may become smoky.

    FINES
    Fines are pieces of sawdust that were not properly formed or are the result of pellets breaking down during handling, transporting and storage.   Fines adversely affect the operation and heat production of pellet appliances, and they greatly increase the requirements for general cleaning and maintenance.    Fines cause pellets to feed more slowly, thus reducing the amount of heat produced at any given heat setting.

    NOTE: It is much easier to remove fines from pellets before they are placed in the stove than it is to service your stove for a plugged hopper, jammed auger or plugged exhaust system. Pellets with excessive sawdust may be screened to remove most of the fines.     Pellet screeners may be built or purchased from most pellet stove dealers.

    Generating Local Jobs With Wood Fuel Pellet Production

    Posted by on Monday, 21 June, 2010

    Solid fuel heating appliances have largely been ignored for over 30 years, along with for good reason. Traditionally solid energy heating ideas would mean log or coal stoves in addition to boilers. To many consumers both of these options mean a lot of mess in addition to a lot of work along with time. the uncomplicated facts are there was no real innovation in the solid energy heating market, therefore as consumers lifestyles got more hectic, they coal in addition to log heating systems were a serious issue. When oil and gas based systems entered the market, many consumers immediately saw the compensation in terms of a cleaner dwelling, less more along with more time to do supplementary things. Also oil in addition to gas based heating systems kept the property much warmer. Yet now by oil along with gas heating systems emitting high levels of carbon emission along with becoming more costly to run, consumers are looking for alternatives. Consumers do not wish to return to coal or logs, as well as no more than ever these ideas are not applicable to the modern behavior. Here is where wood pellet combustion solutions can provide a bridge between the two. Wood pellet burning solutions can provide affordable heat, by means of low maintaince while still providing more than enough warmth for a small property of even a large company.

    Learn more about Alternative Energy Solutions

    There are various unlike grades of biomass incineration pellets, depending on the raw materials used to produce the pellets. For the top premium grade fuels, only precise type of pine, spruce plus oak residues are used, which contain little or now bark. Some pellets are formed exclusively of softwood or hardwood, while others are blends of the two. Lower grades of wood products from local operations can also be used for wood incineration pellets, on the other hand these will generally be regarded at Lower grade standard pellets. For example local wood land operations along with management generates a large volume of biomass chips. The chips could be processed locally in addition to then sold back into the community. This type of local energy loop is encouraged with many green fuel experts as it reduces the amount of raw material as well as pellet transport. It also has many economic payback developing local jobs, as well as keeping money local.

    Read more about Biomass Gasification

    The type of wood pellet that can be burnt will depend on your chosen pellet stove heating system. Some units are very limited, where others are much more energy variable as well as can handle a wide range of wood fuel pellets by dissimilar ash contents. In generally a higher percentage of pellet boilers than pellet stoves can handle higher ash content fuels. Purchasing a more energy flexible unit means you can help support local pellet producers as well as also acquire much cheaper pellets. Making biomass pellets for pellet incineration answers, is not as straight forward as some people presume. Each material performs somewhat differently in the pellet mill, depending on material density, moisture content and other factors. Also not all pellet mills are equal, and some are much more suitable for making biomass pellets than others. For case in point most animal feed pellet mills lack the required power to produce a quality pellet energy.

    More information on Biomass Fuel

    A-1 Stoves – Why You Should Buy From Us

    Posted by on Monday, 14 June, 2010

    Why Buy From Us?

    One of the best ways to find competent Hearth Professionals is to check their credentials.

    We have been in the stove, chimney and awning business for over 20 years. We are Master Hearth Professionals, certified by the National Fireplace Institute, the highest level of certification in the hearth industry. Only those who pass a rigorous examination covering important topics like safety and placement, venting requirements, and installation guidelines receive NFI Professional Certification. Only the cream of the crop become Master Hearth Professionals, specializing in all types of home heating stoves,  Gas, Wood and Pellet Stoves.

    Our highly trained professionals are only too happy to assist you with your Do It Yourself Stove repair, chimney installations, energy saving tips and correct part selection for your stove. That’s what we’re here for! We specialize in pellet stove parts, gas stove replacement parts and wood stove replacement parts.

    We’re members of the National Chimney Sweep Guild and strictly hold to the NCSG’s Code of Ethics:

    I fully acknowledge that membership in the National Chimney Sweep Guild carries with it certain responsibilities and obligations. In this regard, I pledge:

    • To represent myself and my company in a professional manner by providing services, education and skills that are in compliance with all codes and regulations applicable to the chimney service industry that are in effect in my service area.
    • To continually update my knowledge, skills and techniques as new information evolves within the industry.
    • To render my services and represent my company in an honest and fair manner and to refrain from engaging in deceptive practices or making any deceptive statements, including but not limited to use of the NCSG logo.
    • To conduct myself in a decent, respectful, and professional manner when serving in my capacity as a chimney sweep, or when attending a function or event of an organization in the chimney or hearth products industry.

    We take ”customer service” very seriously and invite you to examine those online who profess to have excellent customer service by checking their credentials. Don’t be fooled by a stove dealer on the internet who doesn’t have his Better Business Bureau information posted on their web site and/or in their place of business. The BBB has always encouraged companies to make advertising claims that are accurate, complete, and clear. At the same time, it is important that consumers pay attention to advertising. If something is not clear, ask questions. If you can’t get a customer service representative to answer your questions, chances are you’ll have a bad experience should you ever need to exchange the product.

    Don’t be afraid to ask the dealer for customer references. Word of mouth and customer reviews are worth their weight in gold.  The FTC works for the consumer to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace and to provide information to help consumers spot, stop, and avoid them. To file a complaint or to get free information on consumer issues, visit www.ftc.gov .

    We hope you will keep A1 Stoves and Awnings in mind for your home or business heating and awning needs. We look forward to serving you.

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    Build Your Own Solar Power

    Posted by on Thursday, 10 June, 2010

    Solar power is considered as a sustainable energy source and is classified as a clean energy that produces small and non-hazardous emission. Alternative energy is also good for us, because it has an limitless source that can produce sufficient energy for the future. The most common forms of energy are the wind power and solar energy. Solar energy is the oldest source of energy humans have ever used such as heating air or water, drying clothes and drying food. We can all use the sun to produce solar power. Harnassing that power and redirecting it to replace traditional electrical grid source pwer, is the key to sustainability and freedom.

    Farmers observed effective ways to control the impact of high electrical costs through solar thermal systems through solar power. Using this type of alternative energy can reduce up to 70 percent of the energy costs. Solar power can also be used as an alternative for:
    * Heating and temperature control for greenhouses
    * Crop drying
    * Remote area water pumping
    * Electric fences
    * Heating and LED lighting for meat-bird houses
    * Lighting
    * Water and air heating for diaries

    However, if you are a handy person, you can have your own solar power. By building your own solar energy source you can save money especially when you are setting green energy, renewable systems. Aside from saving your money in electric bills, using solar energy can also help the earth and adds value to your home as well.

    Perhaps, you are interested in creating alternative energy to produce necessary output for your home. DIY solar power kit will help build your own solar power. You can find a do-it-yourself kit here. There are instructions that you can download and with just a minimal investment, you can have your own solar power system. No need to spend so much money in paying electric bills, with these devices you can relax and save money.

    The Hopper Pellet Fuel Dispenser

    Posted by on Tuesday, 1 December, 2009

    The Hopper Pellet Fuel Dispenser
    hopper
    Now enjoy the satisfaction of filling your stove with CLEAN FUEL! Reduce maintenance and extend the life of your pellet stove.

    70 percent of all auger jams are caused by sawdust and “fines” that come from each bag of pellet fuel.
    Now you can decrease those jams significantly.
    Introducing The Hopper!

    Stores up to 280 lbs of Pellet Fuel. That’s seven 40 lb bags of pellets!
    Fuel flows over a screen, sifting out the fines and sawdust.
    All but eliminates auger jams.
    No more struggling with awkward 40 lb bags of fuel.
    No melting plastic bags and spilling pellets with the pellet hopper.

    Works with all pelletized fuels, even difficult fuels such as corn.
    Now enjoy the satisfaction of filling your stove with clean fuel.
    Reduce maintenance and extend the life of your pellet stove.

    Ships in a 29 inch x 29 inch x 21 inch box.

    • Width 28 inch
    • Depth 28 inch
    • Height 20 inch
    • Weight 52 lbs
    • Warranty: 5 years against manufacture defects

    CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR HOPPER NOW!

    Transflo Blowers Now Available

    Posted by on Tuesday, 24 November, 2009

    Get your transflo blower for your Wood Stove HERE! If you don’t see the transflow blower you’re looking for give us a call, toll free!

    1-866-585-2380 or email us, we’re always on duty!

    info@a1stoves.comtransflow

    We’re happy to help you find the parts you need!

    What You Need to Know When it Comes to Buying a Pellet Stove For Your Home

    Posted by on Tuesday, 4 August, 2009

    If you have been reading information about pellet stoves you already know that it can be a great way and inexpensive way to heat a room and an open area in your home. You also know that these sophisticated combustion heating appliances burn pellets and not cord wood, logs, or other forms of fuel. What you might not know is some of the specific information about pellets.

    One of the important things to realize about pellets is that most of them are manufactured in the Pacific Northwest part of the country. This area has the waste materials available to produce wood pellets. Pellets are made from wood waste, including, saw dust, wood shavings, and other wood products that are considered waste. In some cases the pellets are made from plant life as well. For the consumer this means that availability in some areas may be difficult at times and in some cases the cost may be somewhat higher because of transportation costs. You should check with your local dealers to find the cost of pellets in your area. The average cost of pellets is about three dollars for a forty pound bag. Of course if your buy in bulk you should expect to get a lower average cost.

    Most pellet stove manufacturers build hoppers to hold these pellets. The size of the hopper can range from thirty pounds to 130 pounds. Of course the larger the hopper the fewer times you are going to have to fill your hopper with pellets. A device will transfer the pellets to the heating chamber where they will burn creating a centralized fire that creates the heat for your room. Many stoves offer automatic lighting devices so you do not have to light the fire by hand.

    Knowing how to store your wood pellets is also important. The key is keeping them dry and away from moisture, dew, and water. When you store them make sure there is air being circulated around your pellets. This will help to keep them dried out. A water tight shed or garage is most likely the best place to store your pellets. It also makes it easy to shovel them off the floor. Pellets can be purchased from the typical retail chain home improvement centers. They also can be purchased and ordered from online companies. Check with your pellet stove dealer to find the best price and source for pellets.