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Hardy / Re: Cleaning creosote
« on: February 09, 2013, 07:14:29 AM »
Well that was interesting! It's done and she looks clean. Well, you know what I mean.
The only thing I saw that I didn't like was when I was done, there was a considerable amount of smoke coming from the base of the stack around that round flange at the top of the unit. I was guessing the silicone or whatever the installer sealed the stack to the top of the unit with was burning. It eventually stopped but by that time I had taken my hose and washed all the crud of the top of the unit. I made sure to spray some water under the flange (I'm calling it a flange - I'm not sure what it's called). I watched it for a while before walking away. Seems to be OK.
The only thing I saw that I didn't like was when I was done, there was a considerable amount of smoke coming from the base of the stack around that round flange at the top of the unit. I was guessing the silicone or whatever the installer sealed the stack to the top of the unit with was burning. It eventually stopped but by that time I had taken my hose and washed all the crud of the top of the unit. I made sure to spray some water under the flange (I'm calling it a flange - I'm not sure what it's called). I watched it for a while before walking away. Seems to be OK.
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Hardy / Re: variable speed fan
« on: February 08, 2013, 06:02:56 PM »
I think mine is a true variable. I dont see a wiring diagram concerning the fan. Mine has this annoying habit of shaking the whole air handler when it starts. Sounds like the thing is coming apart. The guy told me that was the fan oscillating till it finds its happy speed. It's been 7 years and I still haven't gotten used to it.
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Hardy / Re: Cleaning creosote
« on: February 08, 2013, 05:58:21 PM »
Thanks. I'm planning to do this tomorrow. We had a lot of rain yesterday so everything is still wet. Makes me feel better about doing it.
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Hardy / variable speed fan
« on: February 05, 2013, 07:41:34 PM »
My HVAC unit has a variable speed fan. But the way my system is working, the fan just runs on its slowest speed. Is there any way to control it? It would be nice to blow this nice hot air a little faster.
The guy who installed my Hardy installed a Honeywell VisionPro TH8000 thermostat and has the Hardy as the Emergency Heat mode. In other words, I just have this one thermostat on my wall instead of two.
Thanks
The guy who installed my Hardy installed a Honeywell VisionPro TH8000 thermostat and has the Hardy as the Emergency Heat mode. In other words, I just have this one thermostat on my wall instead of two.
Thanks
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Hardy / Re: Cleaning creosote
« on: February 05, 2013, 03:54:57 PM »
Ok, thanks. This is my first season. I've run it for 3 months and never cleaned it, so I've got a big build-up. Gonna be a big flame out.
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Hardy / Re: Cleaning creosote
« on: February 05, 2013, 03:21:48 PM »
Sounds dangerous. I like it.
I have a rain cap on my stack. I'll take it off. How long does it roar? I'll have my garden hose on hand in case a fire get's out. So, there's no danger to the unit by doing this? Looks like you'll spike the water temp.
I have a rain cap on my stack. I'll take it off. How long does it roar? I'll have my garden hose on hand in case a fire get's out. So, there's no danger to the unit by doing this? Looks like you'll spike the water temp.
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Hardy / Cleaning creosote
« on: February 05, 2013, 03:01:38 PM »
Looks like I have a LOT of creosote built up in my H2, on the ceiling and around the opening of the stack. Also, inside of my firebox, the walls look wet.
What's the best way to clean this stuff out? Could this build-up act as an insulation and not heat water as good as it used to?
What's the best way to clean this stuff out? Could this build-up act as an insulation and not heat water as good as it used to?
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Hardy / Re: Low temp/water indicator light ?
« on: February 04, 2013, 03:17:26 PM »
How do you check the water level in a H2? Sorry - newbie question.
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Hardy / Re: HARDY EFFICIENCY PLATES
« on: January 02, 2013, 11:11:58 AM »
I called and left a msg on the 27th. Still no return call yet. Quite disappointing.
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Hardy / Re: Changing shaker grates and inside cleaning
« on: December 27, 2012, 07:54:43 PM »
I'm new to OWF too. New to this board as well. Hopefully this is an active forum and someone will answer all your questions (all of our questions).
I've only been using my H2 for two months so I'm still figuring it out. But I will say that as far as ashes go, I have been raking them forward, spreading them out as I go. I scoop out about two shovels full of coals about every 4th day right at the door. I try not to remove any chunks or glowing embers - I just want to remove ash. And the ash is like powder - very fine.
I burn a mixture of wood: pine, poplar, locust, dogwood, cedar, and oak.
I've only been using my H2 for two months so I'm still figuring it out. But I will say that as far as ashes go, I have been raking them forward, spreading them out as I go. I scoop out about two shovels full of coals about every 4th day right at the door. I try not to remove any chunks or glowing embers - I just want to remove ash. And the ash is like powder - very fine.
I burn a mixture of wood: pine, poplar, locust, dogwood, cedar, and oak.
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Hardy / Re: HARDY EFFICIENCY PLATES
« on: December 27, 2012, 06:57:05 PM »
I called and left a msg today too. For $60, I'll give it a try.
I've been very disappointed in the wood consumption of my H2. I've tried various things, such as made an adjustable chain on my fan door so I could control the air intake, and adjusted my water temp lower. But wood consumption didn't change by any noticeable degree.
I like his idea of the corkscrew in the stack. Makes sense.
I've been very disappointed in the wood consumption of my H2. I've tried various things, such as made an adjustable chain on my fan door so I could control the air intake, and adjusted my water temp lower. But wood consumption didn't change by any noticeable degree.
I like his idea of the corkscrew in the stack. Makes sense.
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Hardy / Re: I've been thinking...
« on: December 27, 2012, 03:56:31 PM »
I'm very interested in that corkscrew insert. I just called and left a msg.
I've been using my H2 since Nov 1 and very disappointed in its efficiency. All that heat going straight up the stack is heartbreaking.
I've been using my H2 since Nov 1 and very disappointed in its efficiency. All that heat going straight up the stack is heartbreaking.
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Hardy / Can I add a thermometer to my H2?
« on: December 27, 2012, 03:37:17 PM »
I happened to see an H4 the other day while driving so I swung in and talked to the guy. He took off the cover and showed me the back. I noticed that he has a thermometer mounted near the top center. I didn't ask him about it at the time but I thought there must be a plug that can be removed on mine. I got home and inspected mine and I don't see a plug or anything like that.
Can I add a thermometer to my old H2? I have a 1990 model. I'd like to be able to verify that the aguastat is working properly.
Thanks
Can I add a thermometer to my old H2? I have a 1990 model. I'd like to be able to verify that the aguastat is working properly.
Thanks
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Hardy / Re: how many of you get flames out the stack?
« on: November 09, 2012, 05:19:13 AM »
Has anyone installed a spark arrestor on top of their stack?
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