Damper position

[Dave c.]

. manual for my Whitfield advantage 2-T said the damper handle should be approx. be 2 1/4 in. From side of stove. My problem is the damper won't move in or out at all. Any solutions?

 

[briansol]

does it have a set-screw?

 

[Dave c.]

does it have a set-screw?

Yes, but I unscrewed the handle .removed 2 screws, opened the side panel grabbed the damper and it would not move at all, in or out.

 

[briansol]

hammer? it might be seized up somehow. I know mine is HARD to move. it gets gunky inside.

 

[Bioburner]

Coutrysides recommend exercising the damper daily to keep them from seizing.

 

[Dave c.]

hammer? it might be seized up somehow. I know mine is HARD to move. it gets gunky inside.

Thanks briansol for your input. I unhooked it from the chimney and torn it completely apart. I loosed the screws a little that the damper goes into and unsized it. Cleaned both motors. Need to order gasket for exhaust motor. Made a temporary one from gasket material ( water pump) . I need to order the recommended motor oil also. Running pretty good now. Once again thank you for the advice.

 

[Dave c.]

Coutrysides recommend exercising the damper daily to keep them from seizing.

Thanks Bioburner. I got it unsized and cleaned everything. Working pretty good now. Great web site