Posted by Dave Gault on Fri, Aug 21, 2009
The Super Ignitor cartridge heaters run more efficiently, use less
power and last up to 5 times longer than conventional heaters, with
less downtime for heater replacements and lower maintenance costs. This
igniter comes with a spare fuse and anti seize lubricant. The cost is a
little more but the long term savings are great. Our customers love this product.
Here is a link to the product on our site
Very Detailed instruction, fuse and thread lube are included.
Fits the following Whitfield Pellet Stoves:
Advantage II-T -WP2
Advantage III -WP2
Advantage II-T Classic -WP2
Optima 2 FS
Optima 3 FS
Optima 3 INS
Advantage Plus FS
Profile 20 FS Serial 7494 and lower
Profile 20 FS-2 Serial 7495 and above
Profile 30 FS Serial 11904 and above
Profile 30 FS-2 Serial 11905 and above
Profile 30 INS Serial 11904 and lower
Profile 30 INS-2 Serial 11905 and ablove
T300P -P11- T300P-T301P-T305P-T308P
Quest Plus FS -WP4
Quest Plus INS -WP4
Consult your manual and parts list available on our web site for confirmation on this and any parts.
This is a complete kit includes instructions, the Super Igniter, fuse and anti-seize.
Posted by Dave Gault on Tue, Aug 18, 2009
Whitfield Advantage II-T, III & II-T Classic - Fireback
$110.00 This is a 3 piece Premium FireTekTM Fireback - Firebrick set
Dimensions - Sides - 5 7/16" wide x 12-3/4" Tall, Back 8 5/16" wide x 12 3/4" tall
This part is the ceramic fiber, brick appearance panel on the back wall of the firebox.
This part is designed to fit these models:
ADVANTAGE II , ADVANTAGE II-T MODEL YEARS: 1990 - 2000 (Serial # 18145 and up) Pellet, Freestanding and Insert, WP2
ADVANTAGE III MODEL YEARS: 1991 - 1996 (Serial # 18145 and up)
Advantage II-T Classic Pellet, Freestanding and Insert, WP2
Whitfield - Lennox Replacement Part Number 12146500
Beware that many fireboxes have warped over use and the fit may vary. This material can be cut with a table saw or sanded and shaved to fit the unique fit in your stove.
Posted by Dave Gault on Thu, Aug 06, 2009
Q> My pellet stove is not feeding pellets.
I have a question about my Erin Waterford Renaissance pellet stove. It was working great until this spring when the auger motor stopped dropping pellets. The auger motor still has a sound, but not the turning sound. Would this only be a auger problem or is there something else I need to look at before I order a new auger. Thanks for your help Debra, La Center WA
A> Response from Wood Heat - "Diagnose with deductive reasoning step by step"
Hi Debra,
I wish I could analyze all the possible reasons that your stove is not feeding pellets down the chute from your description but I am afraid that there are lots of possible reason and solutions and further examination would be necessary to avoid "throwing parts at the problem" which might not resolve it and create further frustration.
We cannot offer an analysis program thru email or over the phone but I will give you a few ideas to pursue and you or someone with some mechanical skills needs to dig in and evaluate what is occurring. I hope this helps. I have attached the guide to finding parts which can help you find the resources you will need and the parts list for the Renaissance pellet stove from Whitfield which is the same inner workings as the Waterford Erin. Some but not all of these parts are still available on this older model. Some of the parts can be rebuilt to repair those that are not available any longer.
Do you have a manual for the stove? Often troubleshooting symptoms is covered in these. There may be a technical manual that goes beyond the owner's manual. All of our manuals are listed in the category under documents.
Have you emptied the hopper to see if there is a pile of sawdust on the bottom? The auger cannot feed sawdust only clean pellets. This is the simplest solution and most common problem. Were pellets left in the stove over the summer? That is not advised since they can swell with moisture and make the auger seize up. Have you taken the back off of the stove to watch the auger movement? The auger on that model only runs for a few seconds then stops. Watching the auger to see if the motor is moving it during operation is the place to start. Removing the motor to run it under full power to see if you can hold it from moving with a vice grip pliers will tell you if the gear box in the motor case is stripped out. Removing the auger and clearing out jammed pellets turned to sawdust might be the solution.
See if these ideas lead to a conclusion or further questions. The factory technical department at Whitfield is available if they can talk to someone who is willing to go thru procedures like this and if necessary we can put you in touch with them once the more simple solutions are exhausted.
I hope this helps you get a clearer picture of what you are dealing with and the possible solutions.
Let us know if we can help you further in any way.
Thanks, Bruce
Bruce Beeley - owner
Nevada City, CA 95959
530-265-8618
Fax 530-265-8656
bruce@woodheatstoves.com
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Posted by Dave Gault on Tue, Jul 14, 2009
Major Component Removal / Replacement
Auger Motor / Auger System Removal / Replacement / Test
Tools: 1/4" socket w/ ratchet Multimeter
7/16" socket Mirror
1/4" Hex Allen wrench Flashlight
Power cord jumper w/ female spade receptacle clips
Spare Parts: Avail. at WoodHeatStoves.com
Auger Motor - PN 12046300
Gasket, End Plate - PN 61050003 Auger Kit - PN 12152202
Auger End Plate - PN 20950088 RTV (min. 500ºF) Pipe, replacement, if required
Power:
Identify set collar location. If re-positioning for access required, PowerOFF. Use Power cord jumper to apply direct power to Auger Motor andposition set collar for access. Attach jumper to Motor before plugging into wall outlet.
Power Off / Disconnected after set collar positioning.
Steps: REMOVAL - AUGER MOTOR
1. Remove rear Inspection panel w/ ¼" socket & ratchet. Five (5) points.
2. Identify Set Collar position for access. Apply power jumper if needed.
Disconnect power, "OFF", after step complete.
3. Remove wire leads from Auger Motor coil.
4. Loosen Lock Ring from Set collar w/ ¼" Hex Allen Wrench.
Cup motor in hand while loosening Lock Ring.
REMOVAL - AUGER SYSTEM
5. EMPTY HOPPER.
6. Remove End Plate w/ 7/16" socket & ratchet.
7. Remove Auger Shaft by pulling down and out. Take care to protect the End
Plate Gasket.
8. Inspect Shaft and weld locations. Use the Flashlight and Mirror and inspect
Auger Feed Tube for damage. Repair if required.
TESTING - AUGER MOTOR
9. Electrical test Ohm reading of motor coil.
10. Mechanical test Armature freedom of movement and "play." Replace if required