My stove is about 6 years old and still has the original door and glass gaskets. I am just wondering how often they should be replaced? Is it best to buy replacements direct from manufacturer, or are there other good sources? Thanks for your input.
Door and glass gaskets
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As long as they're still in good shape, let em ride! I personally would buy from the manufacturer. You can check the door gasket with the "dollar bill" test. Close the door on a dollar bill. It should have a little resistance to being pulled out. Check the door all the way around.
Yes I'd call the manufacturer or dealer and just ask what size gasket you need. I did that mine and bought some material from the manufacturer and got enough for several replacements. They charged me no more than I'd have found on Amazon. I also bought a bottle of the exact adhesive they use.
In my stoves, and in 50 years of using them, I have never had to replace the window gasket. Not saying it cannot be needed, but I've never had to [or...so far]. But same advice goes: if possible, just ask the maker of the stove or the dealer.
In my stoves, and in 50 years of using them, I have never had to replace the window gasket. Not saying it cannot be needed, but I've never had to [or...so far]. But same advice goes: if possible, just ask the maker of the stove or the dealer.
After 6 yrs. of service I would inspect the gasket carefully and to the dollar bill test. If it passes and the fire still shows even, consistent burning, then it may be good for another season. If not, replace it.
There is more than just the gasket size at play. Density and inner construction are equally important. Asking the dealer can be a mixed bag. Several years ago, I got the right-sized gasket from a PE dealer, but they didn't have the OEM gasket in stock. Instead, they sold me their "top-quality" gasket from a roll in their service dept. This turned out to be a serious error. The stove overfired, requiring opening the door to tame it down. The dealer gasket was too stiff, allowing air to pass all around the door frame. I will only go OEM for the stove door gasket and strongly recommend that.
There is more than just the gasket size at play. Density and inner construction are equally important. Asking the dealer can be a mixed bag. Several years ago, I got the right-sized gasket from a PE dealer, but they didn't have the OEM gasket in stock. Instead, they sold me their "top-quality" gasket from a roll in their service dept. This turned out to be a serious error. The stove overfired, requiring opening the door to tame it down. The dealer gasket was too stiff, allowing air to pass all around the door frame. I will only go OEM for the stove door gasket and strongly recommend that.
I just replaced my 12 year old door gasket and have found that the resistance to pulling the dollar bill is only slightly higher than before. It is definitely harder to close and latch the door so I think I’m getting a better seal. I just wanted to put this out there that the test results could vary widely depending on the stove.
Tom
Tom
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Hi Tom. When I do the test on my door, I can rip the bill in half. You really should have a pretty snug seal. You didn't indicate the make or model of your stove? Some have adjustable hinges.
Was the replacement the OEM gasket for this stove?
The resistance will depend on the stove door seal. Some have a flat-face gasket seal and others have a knife edge seal. The knife edge can provide more resistance to the pull. If it's a flat-face gasket then there should be some resistance, but not necessarily a bill tearer.
The replacement ordered from my dealer and it was in a bag with manufacturer info. But the replacement was black on the outside and the original was white. The door seals against a flat surface. Definitely not a bill tearer.
I may have just been expecting a lot more resistance as a reward for my labor!
Tom
I may have just been expecting a lot more resistance as a reward for my labor!
Tom
Good deal getting the oem gasket. Our stove has a flat face gasket too. The reward is less air leakage past the gasket.
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