i am looking to install a wood insert. i am looking at an archgard chalet 1800. does anyone have anything to say about this particular make and model?
archgard chalet 1800 insert
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Sorry, I'm not familiar with it. It looks pretty standard and in the Regency i2400 range. What are the particular features that have drawn you to this insert?
it was one of the inserts sold local to me. seemed to be built well, with a smooth action on the door latch and hinges. just don't know anything about how well it burns.
How is the firebox put together? What is their secondary combustion method? Another thing to find out is whether the blower is multi-speed and how quiet (or noisy) is it.
There are several. I certainly don't mean to discourage the Archguard. I really know nothing about it. In it's size range there are the mid-sized Regencys, Quadrafires, Lopi/Avalons that are all good performers.
i will look into the construction of the fire box, and the secondary combustion method. also will have the salesman run the blower. what should i look for in the construction of the fire box? what is the preferred method of secondary combustion?
thanks for your help. now i have some features to consider that go beyond the operation of the door. signing out for now. thanks, chris
drifter said:
Typically it will be burn tubes. Some stoves use a stainless manifold. PE makes this style. Will this be an area heater or are you trying to heat the whole house? If so, how large a home would you be heating?
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