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 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