Frequently Asked Questions
How much
grain does it use?
The grain stove burns approximately 1 bushel per day (an
average home will burn approximately 200 bushels per season).
How much
grain does it hold?
It holds one bushel of grain which will last for
approximately 24 hours depending on weather conditions.
What
types of grain can be used?
All grades of wheat, rye, triticale, peas, faba beans and
corn, as well as wood pellets can be used. It is recommended that
the grain be cleaned before use. Oil seeds and grains with high
hull content such as barley and oats do not work well in the stoves.
Is a
chimney required?
No a chimney is not required. The Envirotec grain burning
stoves use a direct vent system similar to a clothes dryer vent. A
heavy aluminized pipe is suspended in a larger stove pipe and capped
on the exterior of the building to prevent back draft. The stove is
vented directly through an exterior wall which eliminates the need
for a chimney.
Can the
heat be controlled?
Yes, a dial on the side on the unit controls the amount of
grain that is metered into the fire box, in turn controlling the
size of the flame and the amount of heat that is produced. This
unit is not thermostatically controlled.
How is
the stove started?
The fire box is filled approximately 3/4 full of wood pellets
or wood shavings. The pellets are then ignited with an approved
liquid or solid fire start and the door is tightly secured. Then
the combustion fan control, the grain auger control and the room air
fan control are turned on to the desired settings.
How is
heat circulated?
A variable speed fan circulates the air throughout the area
that is being heated. The room air fan can be set with an external
control on the side of the unit.
What
area will this model heat?
The EN-5775 stove is rated at 60,000 BTU and will heat an
area up to 2400 sq. ft. Open floor plans give the best results.
How is
the stove cleaned?
When the stove is being used continually, a clinker must be
removed approximately every 12 hours. This process is complete in 20
to 30 seconds without interruption of the flame. The clinker is the
hard residue or ash remaining after the grain is burned. Typically
a small amount, approximately one cup will remain from burning a
bushel of grain. This residue contains trace minerals and potash;
therefore, it may be used as fertilizer in gardens and flower beds.
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