TROUBLES - Pellet Stoves

Well-maintained pellet stoves not only work more efficiently, but will last longer as well. Regular cleaning is a big step in the right direction for getting the most out of your stove. Here are five steps to keep your pellet stove clean, which will also help you keep your energy costs to a minimum.

Read your owner’s manual
Your owner’s manual is a great resource that will tell you the proper way to clean your stove. In addition to cleaning instructions, the owner’s manual will also contain a maintenance schedule that will keep your pellet stove running at peak efficiency. While you’ll get an owner’s manual with your new stove, American Energy Systems provides an online version of all the owner’s manuals for its products. By accessing the online version, you can keep yourself aware of any updates that may have been made to the manual for your stove.

Schedule an annual chimney cleaning
If you’re using a wood stove, traditional fireplace or heating appliance that uses a chimney, it’s important to have your chimney cleaned by a professional on a regular basis. The best time to do this is typically before the heating season. Wood pellet stove and corn stove owners don’t necessarily use existing chimneys, but have venting systems designed specifically for pellet and corn stoves that need to be cleaned.