We just purchased a house with a BIS 1.2. The grate is gone in the middle due to overheating it looks like. I ordered a new grate online but I am wondering how to install it. It has 2 tabs on either end on the back which need to go through the sides so it hinges up when you lift it to take out the ash pan. Is it as simple as removing the side refractory panels to insert the tabs through the sides?? Thanks for your help.
How to replace BIS 1.2 Grate
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You have likely replaced by now, but in case not, I am was in a similar situation by inheriting a unit with house purchase.
Our grate was so bad it had warped that it could not be removed unless the back came out first. Procedure was to remove top baffle, remove 2 screws on each side to remove side refractory bricks, then remove back one. In my case the back was cracked is several places, so ordered that part at the same time. I was able to reuse side bricks as this stuff is expensive in Canada at $210 a piece, Once it was back in place and wife did a remarkable job on the doors and I redid the hearth, it looks very nice now. I will post a pic soon.
Our grate was so bad it had warped that it could not be removed unless the back came out first. Procedure was to remove top baffle, remove 2 screws on each side to remove side refractory bricks, then remove back one. In my case the back was cracked is several places, so ordered that part at the same time. I was able to reuse side bricks as this stuff is expensive in Canada at $210 a piece, Once it was back in place and wife did a remarkable job on the doors and I redid the hearth, it looks very nice now. I will post a pic soon.
Can you please post pics of what you did. I have a home in WA that needs the grate to be replace, but my tenants can't seem to remove the old grate because of the ears protruding on each side. Please help. I thought it would be as easy as pulling the grate out, maybe tilting it diagonally and pulling it forward, but it doesn't sound like that is the case. I was hoping to buy the grate and mail it to the property for an easy swap.
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