PE Baffle removal

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New Member
Dec 17, 2022
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Pennsylvania
Still a newbie to the wood stove world. I have a PE NEO 1.6 INSERT LE. Per the instructions baffle removal should only be done if it is not possible to disconnect at the chimney connector pipe. I would like to check the liner to make sure I have clean burning. Per the instructions a vise grip and hammer is needed to remove the front two baffle tubes. (Not sure I like that method) The main baffle its self looks fairly easy but haven't tried it yet.

Anyone out there with this insert?

Do you clean/inspect chimney by removing baffle assembly or do you disconnect at chimney connector?

Just looks like it might be a pain to remove baffle/baffle tubes/Ceramic board.

Any suggestions will be appreciated