I've had my Summit for 2 burning seasons now. Just recently noticed that the pin the used to be at the back center of the firebox is gone. I think it did something like link the top baffle with the back metal post but not really sure. I guess it feel out out some point and I scooped it up with the ash. Anyway does anyone have info on what this pin does or if I need it? I have no idea how long i've been burning with out it.
Missing pin on PE summit classic, is this a problem?
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It helps to keep the baffle fixed to the baffle tube (rectangular pipe). The only problem I can see is if the baffle was lifted off the tube while loading. If it were disconnected, you would not get efficient secondary burns.
Two things you can do. Substitute with a steel nail or bolt that is of a diameter and length that will fit. Or order part "33....Baffle Pin ........................................................... SSER.125001" from your local dealer.
Two things you can do. Substitute with a steel nail or bolt that is of a diameter and length that will fit. Or order part "33....Baffle Pin ........................................................... SSER.125001" from your local dealer.
As Sisu said it secures the baffle to the tube. In an extreme case I suppose you might be able to knock the baffle off it's side supports while jamming a log in. That could be a mess if it was hot. I'd replace it pretty soon...
Its nothing more than a bent steel pin, either order one, make one, or find a s.s. bolt that you can maybe thread into there. Use neverseize on it though.
Keep the baffle in place., would suck to have the baffle fall in with a load in there.
Keep the baffle in place., would suck to have the baffle fall in with a load in there.
If and when you get to that baffle, beware, you will need some strength to get the baffle back into its proper place if you remove it for cleaning etc. It is awkward and heavy to put back into position.
I think you would really have to be cramming a ton of wood into the stove to dislodge it. But, it would be a nightmare if it did fall inside a hot stove.
I think a ~ 1/4" drill bit would work as a temporary fix
I think you would really have to be cramming a ton of wood into the stove to dislodge it. But, it would be a nightmare if it did fall inside a hot stove.
I think a ~ 1/4" drill bit would work as a temporary fix
The baffle ain't that heavy, not sure on the weight, maybe 30-35 lbs?
It is just awkward. I found the easiest way for me to remove it, having long arms, is to rest my elbow on the boost manifold or the stove floor and then work the baffle out with that same hand.
Lift up off the back channel, slide forward about 3 inches or so, slide to one side of the other, lower the side opposite from the one you side it over to, and lower that side down into the stove. Once the other side now clears the side rail, lower that side down not and pull out of the front slightly tilted to clear the door opening. More awkward than anything.
It will have some ash and crud on top, so lay a tarp or old blanket down on the floor in front of the stove.
It is just awkward. I found the easiest way for me to remove it, having long arms, is to rest my elbow on the boost manifold or the stove floor and then work the baffle out with that same hand.
Lift up off the back channel, slide forward about 3 inches or so, slide to one side of the other, lower the side opposite from the one you side it over to, and lower that side down into the stove. Once the other side now clears the side rail, lower that side down not and pull out of the front slightly tilted to clear the door opening. More awkward than anything.
It will have some ash and crud on top, so lay a tarp or old blanket down on the floor in front of the stove.
It is awkward, OS, and it is suprisingly heavy when you go to lift it out of the stove.
Consider yourself forewarned, and you should be OK.
Consider yourself forewarned, and you should be OK.
Yeah, it's not benchpress heavy, just stouter than it looks. I thought it was just a partitioned stainless box with some insulation, but it has much more beef than that.
It is baffles tubes on steroids LOL.
As BG says, not bench press heavy, but LARGE and AWKWARD.
Compared to baffle boards over tubes systems, yes its MUCH heavier than a baffle board.
King Kong vs. a chimp LMAO
As BG says, not bench press heavy, but LARGE and AWKWARD.
Compared to baffle boards over tubes systems, yes its MUCH heavier than a baffle board.
King Kong vs. a chimp LMAO
Basically a 3" piece of 1/4" round stock. Any metal shop should be able to bend one up for you in 2 minutes. Might cost you $5.
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