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Here are things to consider when CHOOSING YOUR NEW Wood, Gas or Pellet Stove Comparisons based on: 1) Economics 2.) Convenience 3) Comfort 4) Appearance 5) Environmental Future 6) Electricity Dependence WOOD PELLETS (& other agricultural wastes) Are renewable resources, at competitive cost, with minimal user effort. 1) Costs a little more than firewood, without as much handling.  Lowest prices during off season. 2) Clean bagged fuel requiring minimal storage area, self-maintained flame and constant even heat, from wall thermostat control.  Regular maintenance and cleaning necessary.  Keep your manual and parts list handy! 3) Constant radiant and convective heat. 4) Many options in styling and...

Tax Credit FAQs More info Click Here Q:  What is a federal consumer tax credit? A:  Consumers claim the credit on their federal income tax form at the end of the year. This new credit reduces the amount of tax you owe.  The new credit is a reduction of total income tax at the bottom of your return, up to $1500.  This tax credit is a non-refundable tax credit available for individuals who pay taxes and who make energy-conscious purchases to improve the energy efficiency of their home. Note: With regard to tax credits vs. tax deductions, in general, a...

Quadrafire Mnt Vernon AE error codes from service manual This is the first of many articles to come on pellet stove repair!! ERROR CODES AUGER JAMMED: SEE PAGE 12 (FEED MOTOR TROUBLE-SHOOTING) BAD TC DROP TUBE: SEE PAGE 10 (CONVECTION BLOWER TROUBLE-SHOOTING) BAD TC FIRE POT: SEE PAGE 14 (FIREPOT, AUTOCLEAN & T-Couple TROUBLE-SHOOTING) CHECK ASH PAN: SEE PAGE 13 (FIREPOT, AUTOCLEAN & T-Couple TROUBLE-SHOOTING) COMB BLOWER JAMMED: SEE PAGE 11 (EXHAUST BLOWER TROUBLE-SHOOTING) CONV BLOWER JAMMED: SEE PAGE 10 (CONVECTION BLOWER TROUBLE-SHOOTING) MIN FP TEMP: UNIT IS OUT OF FUEL OR CHECK FOR PROPER FUEL SETTINGS. THIS CODE WOULD...

Today's soaring energy prices call for a new approach to heating and powering our homes for the future. Wood Heat Stoves & Solar has specialized in energy management since 1981. Heating is the single largest residential energy expense but water heating, lighting and cooling are also significant. All of these can be accomplished more efficiently. Energy efficiency improvements can pay for themselves within a few years followed by many years of no or low cost energy. Solar Water Heating can often pay for itself in 4 years and offer free hot water for 20 years or more! Many systems are...

In accordance with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, Part III, Secton 1121, Energy Conservation Incentives, non-businesses may qualify for this credit if the wood or pellet stoves meet the criteria of 75% or better efficiency as measured using a  lower heating value (LHV). The formula to calculate LHV  is further defined by the Canadian Standards Associaton CSA B415.1. This calculation is subject to change until ratified by the IRS. Should said calculation be modified in the approval process, manufacturer takes no responsibility for qualifcation of product or guarantee of credit. Valid for qualifying purchases January 1, 2009...