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Central Boiler / Temperature Gauge

« on: November 09, 2018, 08:34:15 AM »

Started my CB 5036 up this morning.  When I turned stove on the water temp gauge read 48.  Started a fire and came back an hour later and the damper door was closed and the temperature gauge read "---".  Turned the power off and back on.  Same thing.  Did it again and it started working again. 

Questions:
What caused that?
Is it something I should be concerned about?

Thanks

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Central Boiler / Solenoid fuse

« on: December 08, 2015, 08:48:47 PM »

I am currently on my third solenoid fuse (used 2 today) in the past 2 weeks. This is the second year on my 5036 and I am operating the stove the same way I did last year. My neighbor has a 5036 and has never had this problem. I've been keeping the damper as clean as possible. Any advice would be welcomed. Also, where can I purchase the fuses besides through the dealer?

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Central boiler solenoid problems

« on: November 22, 2015, 07:12:18 AM »

So I wake up this morning to a cold house. Went outside and the water temperature was down to 148. Opened the door and the stove was full. Noticed the damper wasn't open so no air was getting to the firebox.  Took the front panel off and looked at the fuse. It had a burnt spot in the middle. I'm assuming that means it's blown?  So, how can I fix this?  Where can I order parts and get them shipped asap?  Thanks.

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Plumbing / Zone valve

« on: September 03, 2014, 03:51:04 PM »

Adding another water to air heat exchanger to heat my basement. Do I need to put a zone valve on it or just let the water circulate through the exchanger even when it is not calling for heat. The heat exchanger is only 5 ft away from the return line. Thanks.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Outdoor Furnace Supply

« on: August 21, 2014, 07:21:44 AM »

Has anyone ordered from them before?  Quality products?  Quality service?  Just looking for feedback before I place the order.

www.outdoorfurnacesupply.com

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Sidearm vs. Plate Exchange for DHW

« on: August 14, 2014, 07:13:58 AM »

I am wondering what everyone prefers and what the pros/cons for each are.

Sidearm vs Plate for DHW

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Central Boiler / 5036 install

« on: August 10, 2014, 05:42:03 PM »

Some of you may remember me having some issues regarding burn time with my 4030. I have recently sold the 4030 and have upgraded to the 5036 and I have a couple of questions about adding another heat exchanger to my loop.

My current set up is a 2000 ft house with a 2000 ft basement. As of now I only have my main level being heated by the wood stove. I would like to add a heat exchanger to my basement and a 20 plate heat exchanger to heat my dhw. My first question is will the 5036 be able to handle that load on one loop?  If so, in what order should I heat each one (I.e. water first, main level second, basement last)?  Is this is too big of a load?  is there any way I could put a ball valve on the pipe going to the basement exchanger and only send the water to it when I'm down there? 

Any feedback would be appreciated.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Wood storage question

« on: May 26, 2014, 10:06:33 AM »

I'm considering purchasing a prefab carport to keep my under. I'm also thinking about a gravel base. Des anyone store their wood on gravel?  If so, what are the pros/cons? 

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Hook up

« on: April 29, 2014, 03:41:53 PM »

I currently have a cb 4030 heating the main level of house. This summer I'm adding my basement and dhw. Currently I'm trying to get a parts list together (I.e. ball valves, t's, etc).   I'm also assuming that all valves must be installed after the thermostatic valve. This tie in will be going to a water to air hx.

Thanks

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Buy a used owb?

« on: March 04, 2014, 09:30:07 PM »

Would you purchase a used owb?  Why/why not?

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Central Boiler / Selling my CB 4030

« on: February 19, 2014, 03:29:03 PM »

So I'm selling my 4030 due to it being undersized for my main level and basement. Purchased it brand new in late October. Does anyone have any idea as to what I could expect to get out of the unit?  I'm going to advertise on Craigslist and in the local trading journal.

Thanks in advance

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Need help (long)

« on: January 19, 2014, 07:35:49 AM »

First, I would like to say how useful this forum has been to me over the past few weeks. I read the forum everyday and learn so much. However, I am at a breaking point with my NEW (10/13) CB 4030.  I apologize for the lengthy post. I just want to provide as much info as I can.  The specs are as follows:

-2000 ft new construction
-Full basement that is not currently hooked to the owb (would like to if possible)
-Water to air heat exchanger on a 3.5 ton hvac system

-My stove is 45' from my house. The line comes into my basement, over about 20', up to my attic, and over another 30ft.  All of the 1" pex is insulated with pipe insulation.  There are ten 90s total on the entire run with the required thermostatic valve. I think the heat exchanger is the cb 125k btu.

The current pump is this one: http://www.amazon.com/Taco-009-F5-Single-Phase-Circulating/dp/B000LDFNAS

My wood situation is mostly seasoned oak, hickory, and maple. However the majority of it is wet due to laying in the weather before I have a chance to buck it. Once it's cut, I store it under black plastic.

I live in southern wv so the winters are average. Last night it was 20 degrees and that is average for this time of year.

Here's the problem:

 I am only averaging 8 hours of burn time when it drops below 40 degrees. I have probably already burnt 12 cords of firewood since the end of October. I know the it is hard on the owb when the water temp drops below 150 but that is occurring everyday on mine (happens over night). Usually  I put 3 logs in it at 4:00, put a few more in at 7:00, and then have to stay up and fill it up at 11:00 in hopes to heat my home overnight. I spend probably 60-80 minutes per day out there.  After reading this board, I have came up with the following possibilities to help mitigate this problem:

-dry seasoned wood will make a huge difference
-look at changing the pumps out
-water storage tank in my basement
- add a few chunks of coal
-sell my 4030 (anyone know what they are going for used?) and purchase either the 5036 or another brand that is rated for homes larger than mine
- any other suggestions you all might have?
 

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Plumbing / Importance of pump size

« on: January 09, 2014, 01:59:37 PM »

I'm currently struggling to get a sufficient burn from my owb (cb 4040). Currently the wood is a mixture of seasoned and green, so I'm hoping that this problem will take care of itself next year when I can burn seasoned wood. However, in reading another thread it got me thinking about the size of my circulating pump on my owb.

My stove is 45' from my house. The line comes into my basement, over about 20', up to my attic, and over another 30ft.

 I am unsure what size the pump is on the current model (I'm assuming just a standard pump for the 4030). Any help will be greatly appreciated.

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Central Boiler / Adding another plenum

« on: December 19, 2013, 07:33:58 PM »

Here is my current set up:

Cb 4030
Newly constructed 2000 sq ft home (vault ceiling in living room)
In the process of finishing the basement (basement has separate hvac system)

Currently I am using my cb to heat the main level only.  What advice do you have for possibly using the cb to heat the basement (adding another plenum to basement hvac, adding a forced air wall heater, etc). 

I am kicking myself for not buying the 5036, but I couldn't swing the added cost at the time of purchase. 

Thanks for any advice.

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Central Boiler / Water temperature

« on: December 09, 2013, 10:27:24 PM »

I accidentally left the door to my burner open earlier today and some water boiled out. Now the the thermostat on the burner is only reading between 144-155. However, the temp in my home is 72 so I know the water is hotter than what it is reading. The problem is the damper has remained open causing me to burn more wood. Could the issue be that the water level is too low?