Hopper Lid Handle for Optima PS 1?

[Don2222]

Hello

I just picked up an Archgard Optima PS1. Looks good so far.
Had to order a new hopper lid switch from Newark (The big Electronics outfit) It is just a roller switch, the Local Radio Shack still sells one but it is way to small!

Anyway, I am looking for a plastic hopper lid handle. I tried a Hudson River but too big.
The hole is 1-3/16 wide by 3-1/2 inches long. Can someone measure their Enviro or Magnum BabyCountrside please? I am trying to buy a similar one if the size is close.

The Magnum BabyContrySide hole is:
Opening is 5in X 1.25in

See pics. Click to Enlarge.

 

[SmokeyTheBear]

Don,

I knew I forgot something this morning.

The one from my HR stove won't work as it is too long and too wide.

 

[Don2222]

Don,

I knew I forgot something this morning.

The one from my HR stove won't work as it is too long and too wide.

Thanks for checking Smokey. I hope one of the other brands is closer.

 

[jtakeman]

Hey Don, My Omega doesn't have a handle.

 

[Don2222]

Hey Don, My Omega doesn't have a handle.

ok, thanks. What do you think of this stove?

 

[UMainah]

I just painted a two drawer filing cabinet and the handles looked just like that. Plastic that popped into a hole in the sheet metal. Not sure if that helps you any.

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[Don2222]

I just painted a two drawer filing cabinet and the handles looked just like that. Plastic that popped into a hole in the sheet metal. Not sure if that helps you any.

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Thanks, Some handles pop in and some handle are 2 pieces that screws together from the inside. Not sure what the original was.
Good idea, I will check into it. Can you tell me the size of the hole in your file cabinet for the handle?


You did give me an idea and I just did some research.
The Technical Term is called a Flush Pull. Sounds like a toilet pull chain! LOL

Anyway
Something like these especially the brushed nickel would be cool!
However they are not tapered for a horizontal hopper lid. They are made for vertical Mtg and sliding.
See
(broken link removed to http://www.simplyknobsandpulls.com/flush-pulls/?view-all)
or
http://www.pullsdirect.com/deltana-fp155-4-x-2-solid-brass-flush-pull/p1477745

Boats have horizontal flush pulls!
Like these
(broken link removed to http://www.iboats.com/Seasense-Flush-Pulls/dm/view_id.685929)

Now I am getting close! If Perko this was in Nickel!
Marine Flush Pull
(broken link removed to http://www.iboats.com/Perko-Flush-Pull/dm/cart_id.336806809--session_id.088923267--view_id.20396)

• Chrome plated zinc alloy .
• For drawers, sash or sliding doors.
• Overall: 3-11/16" x 1-11/16".
• Depth: 7/16".
• Screw Size # 6
• Inside recessed for finger grips.

Cheaper
http://www.jmsonline.net/pull-flush-chrome.htm?gclid=CJyK5YuFgrMCFYuY4AodQR0A9w

 

[UMainah]

Thanks, Some handles pop in and some handle are 2 pieces that screws together from the inside. Not sure what the original was.
Good idea, I will check into it. Can you tell me the size of the hole in your file cabinet for the handle?

Looks like the particular handle on my cabinet is too big. Here are some photos I took of a cabinet that I haven't painted dark green yet.

 

[Don2222]

Hello Dtaylor

Thanks so much for measuring and the pics. It is pretty close! I will find out what the others are and then pick the closest one. Thanks again!

 

[Don2222]

Hello

Problem Resolved. I ordered the Hopper Lid Handle from Archgard for $16.00 plus shipping.
Archgard Fireplace Products
7116 Beatty Drive
Mission BC V2V 6B4

I called Archgard and asked for Inside Sales and talked to Laurie.
She said the Archgard Optima PS-1 pellet stove is still in production.
Earlier production runs had issues and they are now all resolved! ! !
If you have an issue with an earlier model then call Archgard and ask for tech support and talk to Gregg!

 

[DexterDay]

Don, did you refurb this unit? I was really looking forward to an in depth install and pics of the burn pot, heat exchange system, and motors/blowers.

They seem like solid units. Rick and Kathy talk about theres a lot.

 

[Don2222]

Don, did you refurb this unit? I was really looking forward to an in depth install and pics of the burn pot, heat exchange system, and motors/blowers.

They seem like solid units. Rick and Kathy talk about theres a lot.

Hi Dexter
Still working on it. I have to pull the auger out tomorrow. I started a fire but the pellets do not feed. So far I am very impressed! I just painted the firebox and it looks super! As soon as it works, I have someone coming over for it! I cannot refurb these stoves fast enough!