How I replaced my Jotul C450 baffle without insanity

[scjotulman]

Last year I was able to replace my baffle after lots of tries and agitation, I felt that I was just lucky. This year after cleaning the flue I was still having trouble replacing the baffle. So I thought there must be a better way. I decided to cut a piece of plywood the same size as the baffle. I practiced the motions several times to replace the baffle using the plywood. once I figured out the motions I was able to replace the baffle without any issues.

 

[Swedishchef]

love the idea! Good job!

Andrew

 

[mellow]

If the baffle is to heavy for you to lift and tilt I would recommend using a 2x4 as a lever to help hold it up while getting the right angle.

 

[scjotulman]

Its not that it's to heavy to lift it's too heavy to keep trying to maneuver into place. In order to lift it I have to kneel in front of the insert so I can't see what I am doing. After practicing with the plywood I was able to install it without any issues.

 

[Scrappy]

What's the trick to getting it installed? Angle? Position? One side before the other? I've tried a bunch and can't get it back in.
Thanks!