Englander 25-PDV

[cod]

Newbie here. Can I load the hopper on my Englander Stove while it is running? Or do I have to shut it down before I can open the hopper? I just don't want to do something stupid.

Thanks for your help.

 

[AntPen]

My 25-PDV (build date 1/06) can run with the hopper lid open with no trouble. I'm not sure if newer models have a sensor on the lid that may shut it down.

 

[SKOAL MAN]

Manual says no! But seriously, I do it all the time, just do it promptly because there is a safety switch that shuts off the feed of the pellets when the lid is opened. And for your next question. Yes you can open the door and scrape the ash out of the burn pot without shuting down the stove.

 

[cod]

Thanks all. One more question. What type of tool do you use to scrape the burn pot?

 

[SKOAL MAN]

I just use a 3"scraper that I bent a bit in the middle, and I use a half inch chisel to knock off the carbon that forms on the auger tube.

 

[Chrisnow86]

I "borrowed" one of the wife's stainless steel spatulas, and a flat head screwdriver to knock off carbon.. Works like a charm. And I always load the stove while it's running no issues

 

[cod]

You guys are great. Thanks!