Hello Forum,
Newbie to the forum (just joined), and Noob-e to wood stoves.
My father in law had used one for almost 40 years and I understood a little when over there as he explained a few things how this thing works. As usual, I didn't pay that much attention, but nodded my head and provided a few uh-huh's.
Anyway, he passed a few months ago (unexpectedly) and we are currently in the process of fixing up the house as my wife & I desire to purchase it... buy out her other 2 sisters. The above mentioned stove is in this home. Wow, the fire brick is toast! Literally! Maybe 3/8" thick on the middle ones and the side ones were crumbling and cracked. The glass door is black. And the door closes loosely with very little tightness. That is what i saw, now for my questions that I need your expertise on! Have been reading the forum posts for a little while & I sense there are many who "Know their Stuff"!! I would like to ask for your help.
Trying to locate any kind of information what so ever, is very difficult. I have yet to locate anything online!
Thank you so much in advance for your expertise, knowledge & experience. And sincere gratitude to all of you who take the time to sit at your computers and answer questions which may be redundant at times : )
Have a very pleasant day!
Newbie to the forum (just joined), and Noob-e to wood stoves.
My father in law had used one for almost 40 years and I understood a little when over there as he explained a few things how this thing works. As usual, I didn't pay that much attention, but nodded my head and provided a few uh-huh's.
Anyway, he passed a few months ago (unexpectedly) and we are currently in the process of fixing up the house as my wife & I desire to purchase it... buy out her other 2 sisters. The above mentioned stove is in this home. Wow, the fire brick is toast! Literally! Maybe 3/8" thick on the middle ones and the side ones were crumbling and cracked. The glass door is black. And the door closes loosely with very little tightness. That is what i saw, now for my questions that I need your expertise on! Have been reading the forum posts for a little while & I sense there are many who "Know their Stuff"!! I would like to ask for your help.
Trying to locate any kind of information what so ever, is very difficult. I have yet to locate anything online!
- What size door gasket for this stove?
- Is it Rope style or Flat?
- When i install the new firebrick, should i seal up the cracks (seams & corners) with refractory mortar?
- and in addition, should I place a little on the back side to keep them from moving?
- Can I and How, do you clean the glass so it is clear again?
- If not, where do i purchase a new glass piece?
- Where can I get an Owners Manual or one similar? To provide me operation tips/what are the 2 levers for?
Thank you so much in advance for your expertise, knowledge & experience. And sincere gratitude to all of you who take the time to sit at your computers and answer questions which may be redundant at times : )
Have a very pleasant day!
