Pellet Stove Control Panels | Circuit Boards (2025)

FAQs

Do you need a stove board behind a pellet stove? ›

If you are installing the stove on a combustible surface like a wood floor, you'll likely need a stove board underneath to protect the floor. The wallboards are only necessary if the walls are within a certain distance of the stove.

A hearth pad is a protective barrier that goes underneath a freestanding wood stove, pellet stove, gas stove or similar type of heat source. The intention is to shield the floor from the high heat these units produce. They also protect from any sparks, embers, or burning logs that may fall out of the stove.

Pellet Stove Inserts Are Efficient and Eco-Friendly

They also produce significant air pollution. On the other hand, pellet stove inserts produce very little pollution. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, they are the cleanest solid fuel heating appliance for residential spaces.

Examine the circuit board and search for signs such as crushed components, bulges, damaged wires, cracks, misplaced or extra solder, burn marks and scratches that indicate that the board is either bad or requires replacement and professional assistance.

There are many reasons a control board may fail. Some of those reasons include the following: a power outage or surge. moisture in the system.

As such, type 1 stove boards use a much lighter, less heat-resistant fiber material. Some type 1 stove boards, for example, use a sound-deadening board manufactured by BlueLinx. Type 2 stove boards, on the other hand, provide a higher level of heat and thermal protection.

By using an approved heat shield system, the required distance between the stove and adjacent wall can be significantly reduced. PermaBASE® Building Products are the industry-preferred choice and the only cement board approved for heat shield applications.

Heat Shield Made of Sheet Metal

Stainless steel is the most often used material in this area, and it, like stainless steel in the kitchen, is simple to clean. Ensure, however, that you use ceramic spacers to safeguard your walls. A classic example of metal wall protection for a wood-burning stove is the fireback.

Yes, all pellet stoves and appliances require floor protection of some type.

When venting your pellet stove there are a few options from which you'll choose. Commonly, pellet stoves need a type 'L' vent pipe. Usually, a 4" vent pipe requirement is standard.

What can you burn in a pellet stove besides pellets? ›

Some pellet stoves (called multi-fuel units) can burn various forms of pellet fuels, such as corn, hulled wheat, cherry pits, waste paper pellets and grass pellets. To prevent damage be sure to use only the fuel specified for your stove.

Typically, a pellet stove has an average lifespan of between 10 and 15 years, depending on the quality of the product and how well it is maintained. In fact, the longevity of the stove depends on the care with which it is maintained and the use of quality replacement parts.

The main concern when purchasing a pellet stove is finding a place in your home to put it. Because it has a lot of motorized components, it needs an electrical outlet to run. Unfortunately, this means that if there were a power outage, you would not be able to use the stove like you would a gas or wood fireplace.

Pellet stove venting is not designed to handle high temperatures, and if a fire occurs in the exhaust vent, it can easily spread into the home. Regular inspection and professional cleaning are a reliable way to prevent against pellet stove chimney fires.

When a power surge knocks out the circuit board in your oven, have a service technician replace the control board. Other problems can cause the electronic control board to fail. Normal wear and tear eventually takes it toll on a circuit board and causes its failure.