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    BIS 1.0 Help

    I bought a house with a BIS 1.0 fireplace insert. I am new to the Pacific NW and heating with any kind of wood stove. I am having a chimney sweep come to have a look at things this week, but I have a few questions in the meantime. 1. Google results say that a wood stove lifespan is 10-20 years...
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    BIS Panorama - use without catalytic combustor.

    Hi All, I've had a BIS Panorama for 3 years and this past week one of the metal supports holding the catalytic combustor bent out of shape. My question is: can anyone recommend a thermometer for us to monitor the temperature inside (or as close to it as possible)? I'd be happy to get any...
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    Wood consumption and New Stove (vs fireplace)

    Long time lurker here. .....not another "which stove to buy" question, I promise. Rather WHAT to buy. Very happy Security BIS II owner since 1995. Now looking for (attractive) wood heater for our possible new log vacation home in NH. Was looking at RSF Opel2 or Napoleon 3000 for a while...