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Frequently Asked Pellet Stove Questions |
Investing in a quality Harman pellet stove? We've
had to address quite a few questions and concerns over the years; below are the most
popular questions and the answers.
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 Why
would we choose a pellet stove? |
| Answer: |
| Automatic
operation: Add fuel once
in 24 hours, set the heat level and relax.
Clean: No dirt,
bugs, bark mold, dust, or smoke.
Safe:
Eliminate the chance of overheating.
Pellet stoves burn the fuel as it is automatically delivered to
the burn pot. Built-in
safety provisions control the maximum heat level. Since the front door
remains closed during operation and refueling, smoke and hot sparks do
not escape from the stove.
Efficient:
Harman Pellet Stoves are designed to burn pellet fuel with the
highest level of efficiency possible, reducing heat loss and emissions
to a minimum. Chimney hazards are minimized; whenever possible, the
pellet stove can be vented thru the wall eliminating the need to use a
chimney. If you don’t
use the chimney, you don’t need to maintain it. |
| Where
can the Pellet Stove be placed in our home? |
| Answer: |
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If you are replacing
a stove that was connected to a chimney, the pellet stove can be
connected to the same chimney.
If
you would prefer to place the stove in another location, it can be
vented thru the wall without the need for a chimney.
You will need floor protection if the stove is placed on a
combustible floor surface. There
are recommendations concerning the proximity of the vent exit point to
doors, windows, public walkways, etc.
Check with Heart Line Stove Shop for recommendations on
placement and the technical specifications of the particular Harman
model for floor protection and clearance to combustibles. |
| Will
the thru wall vent cause dirt to collect on the outside our house?
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| Answer: |
| No.
A Harman Stove coupled with the correct vent cap design will
prevent dust from collecting on the siding. |
| How
much area will our Pellet Stove heat?
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| Answer: |
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Since all Harman
Pellet Stoves are equipped with a room air blower or distribution fan,
the stove can handle large areas.
As the cool air in adjacent rooms settles to the floor, it is
drawn to the stove and gathered by the distribution fan and emerges as
warm air.
Even Harman’s
smaller pellet stoves can easily handle 1600 sq. ft. |
| Can
I safely leave the Stove running while I’m away from home?
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| Answer: |
| Yes.
Compare it to your refrigerator; it is totally safe to leave it
operating 24 hours per day. |
| How
much will it cost to heat with a Harman Pellet Stove?
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| Answer: |
| That
depends upon factors such as area to be heated, insulation, windows
and desired temperature. The average for a 1600 sq. ft. home ranges between $400 and
$600 per winter. |
| Do
Harman Pellet Stoves need to be cleaned by a professional?
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| Answer: |
| Harman
Pellet Stoves are the easiest stoves on the market to clean.
Heart Line Stove Shop technicians will teach you to clean,
operate and maintain your stove.
If you prefer, Heart Line will clean your stove for you. |
| Do
Pellet Stoves require electricity to operate?
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| Answer: |
| Yes.
Pellet Stoves use electricity to provide the automatic feed and
combustion air, this ensures the stove will operate cleanly and with
high efficiency. |
| Is
Battery Power available?
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| Answer: |
| Yes.
Battery Back-up systems are available.
This will allow the stove to continue to operate without
interruption in event of a power outage.
If you live in an area frequented by power outages, you may
want to invest in a generator. |
| What
are the Pellets made from and how do I get them?
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| Answer: |
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Wood Pellet Fuel is
made from clean wood waste residue resulting from wood product
manufacturing activity. The pellets are packaged in easy-to-handle 40 Lb. Bags.
Wood Pellets are
available in a variety of grades and qualities from various sources.
You can purchase as little as one bag. Check with Heart Line Stove
Shop for pricing, delivery details and nearest available sources. |
| Where
will I store the Pellets?
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| Answer: |
| Pellets
can be stored under cover in an outdoor area, in the garage or
basement. Wood Pellet Fuel does not attract rodents, bugs or other
pests. If pellets are stored outdoors, they need to be up off the
ground and covered to protect the bags from rain and snow. |
