I also got a similar old Conestoga insert with the fan out of order, so I am seeking service personnel from the manufacturer or a fireplace dealer that can fix it. Can you shed light on the place I should contact? Thanks.
A few years ago, I put a new chimney in place with stainless steel liners. I am also using the Conestoga insert that is like yours. My township inspector said this kind of stove won't interact well with the new coded chimney in terms of drafting, so suggested me to switch to the plain fireplace (without the insert) to get better (more efficient) ventilation. If otherwise, I should close the insert doors while burning the firewood and turn on its fan to facilitate the ventilation and blow heat into the living room. You are right that my insert has no collar for pipe, which is the reason for the inspector to advise me on an alternative solution for burning firewood indoor.
No boot at this moment, so I hope to find someone who’s able to custom this boot, do you know of anybody?
Ok so your stove outlet is 72 square inches. Your liner is 28 square inches. It isn't going to work well. Why did you have a 6" liner installed?
Did I say 28” for liner? It’s a 6” metal pipe, and was put in place by the contractor. I had no idea why so. In your opinion what can I do now to fix the problem?
Get a different insert or get a liner sized for your insert
