Help please.

[MOOK3456]

I'm new to woodstoves. The home I'm renting has one and I was getting it ready for our first use of it tonight. The last tenants never emptied it at all, it was completely full of ash.
Anyways, once I got it all out I found something that may be a problem lol. I'm going to assume that this wood stove is no longer safe for use, but wanted opinions from those who know. Here's a couple pictures below. It seems the inner walls are warped badly inwards and actually broke open on each side. Any advice would be great.

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[begreen]

Yes, the interior burn plates are showing their age. But they can be replaced. It's also important to carefully check the baffle plate for warping. Replace that as well if need be.

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[Jags]

Holy warpage batman.

Looks like a little tlc is in order for the old gal. During the removal/install of the new plates, do a real good inspection of the body itself. Look for cracks or any possible unintended air leakage areas. Look closely at the collar area where the pipe connects to the body for cracks or anything "dangerous". That thing looks like it took a beating, but that doesn't mean it is used up.

 

[MOOK3456]

ok, thanks for the replies. I have no interest in replacing parts on the landords stove though lol. Oh well, kind of a bummer. Thanks.

 

[Jags]

ok, thanks for the replies. I have no interest in replacing parts on the landords stove though lol. Oh well, kind of a bummer. Thanks.

Maybe if you were willing to put in a little elbow grease the landlord would step up for the parts?? Just a thought.