How to maintain Harman pellet stoves
Harman pellet stoves are a popular choice among our customers who are looking to both save money on their heating bills and enjoy the warmth that a pellet stove has to offer on cold nights. As the weather gets warmer as we head further into June, you may be thinking you might not have to use your pellet stove for the next few months as summer begins. Despite this, it is still important to be on top of properly maintaining and cleaning your Harman pellet stove to be prepared for when the cold weather comes back this fall.
If you have a model like the Harman P-series, for example, we recommend that you give this pellet stove a thorough cleaning every time you burn 1 ton of pellets, in addition to regular tasks like emptying the ash pan and scrapping the burn pot. In order to do this cleaning, you will need to turn off your stove. You should wait until your stove has stopped running and is no longer hot before cleaning it.
First, you will want to take your scrapper tool and clean your stove’s heat exchanger to remove the excess ash there. It’s okay to let these ashes fall into the ash pan. Next you will want to scrape the burn pot and make sure the burn pot holes are free of any debris. Use an Allen key to clean out these holes as well. You can also remove the flame guide to reach further back into the stove in order to clean any built up carbon deposits. Use a Shop-Vac with a fine dust filter to finish removing any debris from this area of your stove.
Another task you can do to maintain your stove is by cleaning the viewing glass. This should never be done while the stove is still hot. This can be done using a soft, non-synthetic cloth and either a vinegar and water mixture or a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Do not use sharp objects on the glass.
You can also access the burn pot clean out cover by loosening the thumb screws there. After that, try cleaning out the ash there. Use a Shop-Vac to sweep up debris from this area. Put the burn pot clean out cover back when you are finished. The last task you will want to do as part of your cleaning process is to remove the combustion blower cover to expose the wheel and flue and carefully clean the blower wheel with a paint brush. Next, clean the flue exit with either a 3 or 4 inch flue brush, but take care not to damage the exhaust sensing probe. When you are finished, put the blower cover and ash pan back in.
We also recommend getting your Harman pellet stove professionally cleaned and serviced on an annual basis. If this interests you, you can call us at either of our locations, 610-367-4488 (Bechtelsville) or 610-224-5050 (Neffs) and we will make sure someone from our service department gets in touch with you to schedule your annual pellet service. This is just a brief overview of some of the things you can do to keep your pellet stove in top shape for when colder weather returns.
Use your scrapper to make sure pellets stay in the burn pot and scrap the ones on the edge into the ash pan.
Grills add to summer sizzle
What would you do in order to become the ultimate grill master this summer? Picture yourself sizzling delicious and juicy steaks and burgers that your friends and family will say are to die for. Kring’s Hearth & Home has a number of gas powered grills and ovens that can make summer dreams like this become a reality. From the American Made Muscle Grill, to the Summerset outdoor Oven, we are sure to have a product that will add searing delight to your summer activities.
From American Made Grills comes the Encore and Muscle Grill line up. These grills offer a top of the line cooking experience with hybrid power technology. While these grills are gas powered, they allow for multi-fuel use including charcoal, lump charcoal, wood chunks, natural gas, liquid propane, and pellet fuels. Both grills come with a cover, a rotisserie, grate lifting tool, stainless steel griddle, an infrared sear burner, and a fuel kit for wood and charcoal.
American Made Grills offer the Encore and Muscle grill models that allow for multiple fuel types. Yes, they actually are made in the USA!
Are you more of a baker than a griller? There is no need to worry since we offer The Oven by Summerset Grills. This gas powered outdoor oven can bake everything from pizzas to deserts, all from the comfort of your patio or outdoor living space. No more running inside to check the oven! Featuring a #304 Stainless Steel construction, The Oven is designed to last.
Have you bought a grill from of us that’s been outside for a while and looks like it needs some cleaning? Not to worry, a good way to make it sparkle again is to take a microfiber cloth, and use either Windex or Stainless Steel cleaner to get the dirt off your grill. Spray your cleaner and then use your cloth on the grill surface from left to right, following the contour of the steel on the grill. This will help keep your grill polished and happy.
If you are interested in any of our grills or oven, feel free visit our locations in either Bechtelsville or Neffs for a chance to see these products in person and learn how they can make you the master of your own summer culinary experience.
The Oven by Summerset Grills offers a quality outdoor baking experience.
Fire pits add to summer fun
Imagine being able to gather with your family or close friends this summer around the warmth and crackling flames of a fire pit. Summer means warmth and outside activity, and what better way to complement your outdoor home events than with one of our fire pits? Kring’s Hearth & Home has a number of gas powered fire pits that would make a great addition to an existing patio or outdoor living space.
Our gas fire pits offer some distinct advantages over fire pits that just burn wood. Simply hook up your tank, turn on the gas, light your flame and you are ready to enjoy the fire and heat without the work of having to collect the wood needed just to start or maintain a fire. Our gas fire pits come with the possibility of adding accessories to add to the visual appeal of the flames.
Some possibilities towards enhancing your outdoor space include our Barbara Jean 27×20 rectangular fire pit. This fire pit comes with lava rock, a 5ft hose and an LP regulator. You can also purchase a 4 piece cast Oak log set that adds to the realism of any fire in the pit. What better way to offer to offer guests a warm welcome to your patio or outdoor space than this fire pit which offers the view of a traditional campfire?
This Barbara Jean fire pit and optional cast Oak log set offer the possibility of a warm and inviting fire experience in the summer months.
For those who prefer an actual table with their fire, our Barbara Jean fire table offers a place to hold your drink all while still enjoying the warmth of the flames. This fire table includes a 36 inch burner, bronze glass, a wind screen and cover. There is an option to add a 3 piece driftwood log set to give it that traditional wood fire appearance. The bronze glass that comes with this table offers an ember like experience under the flames.
If you are interested in one of our fire pits or tables, you can visit our locations in either Bechtelsville or Neffs for a chance to see these products in person and learn how they can add to your summer fun.
Barbara Jean’s fire table offers not only a place to sit around and watch the flames, but includes bronze glass to enhance the appeal the fire with an ember like look.
How do I update my fireplace?
How do I update my fireplace?
The process this client went through was very simple; she wanted to have heat in an easier way than adding wood to an inefficient fireplace. This is a picture of a masonry fireplace. This application will require a gas insert to be installed. First step is to decide what options are available and what could be installed in the house. The second step is confirming the measurements of the fireplace. Lastly, after coordinating with the local propane company scheduling for installation would be completed.
Masonry BEFORE
Included are simple before and after images of a masonry fireplace that has been updated with a gas insert. The driver for this new homeowner was to update the look of the fireplace and improve the efficiency of the fireplace.
Gas Insert AFTER – masonry fireplace.
Clearly you can see the tile has been updated to a modern veneer stone. The home update will add value, ease of use and most importantly – efficient heat in her home.
How do I update my gas fireplace that no longer is working?
If you have a fireplace in a newer built home that is no longer working; you do have some options.
- First capture your current fireplace’s manufacturer and model number.
- Second take a picture of the fireplace
- Third bring this information to our showroom and we will gladly assist you.
Here is the updated fireplace.
You will begin with 2 choices Modern or Traditional. Modern will commonly have glass on the interior of the fireplace and possibly be linear in style. The Traditional will have logs and brick on the interior. These fireplaces are direct vent technology and do require electricity. There are different door options available for you to choose from.
This homeowner decided to update the fireplace, stone and mantle. The improvement brightened the entire look of the fireplace. What a great example of a modern look with a traditional fireplace. This install took about a day. Due to the change of fireplace the slate in the before picture needed to be removed. As a result, a modern linear stone was selected.
The hearth remained the same. Keep in mind once the fireplace is removed and the new installed you may home some painting and touch up work to repair.
older fireplace
Transform your home!
Do you have a masonry fireplace that is outdated? Did you know you can easily add a gas insert and update the look of your fireplace?
You can transform your outdated masonry fireplace into an attractive focal point in your room. Adding a gs insert will provide you with a face lift to your older, unattractive fireplace. There are quite a few options you will have when you begin this process. Keep in mind the comfort and ease of use you will gain by adding a gas insert. Here at Kring’s Hearth and Home we try to make this an easy process.
Heat & Glo gas insert – fireplace update.
Gas Fireplace addition
When it comes to creating ambiance and warmth, nothing beats a fireplace. But did you know they can also help to reduce your heating costs? By installing an insert, you will increase the efficiency of your masonry fireplace!
Our showrooms have a variety of gas inserts on display to choose from.
1. Fireplaces, Inserts and stoves help to combat high heating costs. You can reduce heating costs by turning down the central thermostat. With your new insert you will begin to zone heat the rooms where you spend the most time with an energy efficient fireplace or stove.
2. If you don’t have a fireplace you can add one in the room of your choice. If you have an outside wall a gas fireplace will be installed with ease. No expensive chimney construction required. These fireplaces can run on Natural gas or Liquid Propane.
3. You can turn your wood burning fireplace into an easy to use gas insert. Update your drafty masonry built wood-burning fireplace with an energy efficient fireplace insert. Professional installation can be completed in as little as six hours, and can make your fireplace up to 85 percent more efficient.
4. You can control the heat. All of Heat & Glo and Quadrafire’s fireplaces, inserts and stoves can be thermostatically controlled. That is a great feature.
5. Fireplace, insert and stove designs are available in a modern or traditional design. If you prefer contemporary interior design – we can guide yo to this style. If you prefer traditional style fireplaces – we can help you with this. If you are not sure… stop in our showroom and we will show you some options. 🙂
Gas insert
Create A New Space:
A Fireplace:
This can stretch from a modern look to a very classic look, to heat your home, or just a few rooms. These are sure to create a beautiful space to entertain people, or just to relax.
A Stove:
A little bit more of classic/traditional look. Their colors span from red porcelain to classic black caste iron or steel, so they can blend into your theme, or create an eye catching center piece.
An Insert:
Usually these are at the same depth as the wall, creating beautiful look with a live flame, while also being an efficient space saver.
New Stone Work:
Create a stone feature on the wall or one the floor for your new centerpiece of the house, our trained team members can create that beautiful stone work that will really tie your space together.
It is Grilling Time!
CALL US FOR AN APPOINTMENT OR NO CONTACT DELIVERY!!
GET A GRILL FOR THE FATHER FIGURE IN YOUR LIFE FOR FATHER’S DAY!!
What To Look For In A Grill:
- What size are you going to need, the large BBQ size, a small family size, or a more all around size? We have all of these sizes and more in stock.
- Do you want a pellet grill, a smoker, or a standard propane grill.
- Do you want side burners? This can allow for even more cooking space!
- Do you want all the bells and whistles, like the light up knobs on our Napoleon Grills, or the WIFI capability of several of our Green Mountain Pellet grills?
- Do you want Cast Iron or Stainless Steel cooking grates?
- Do you need a space saving grill? We have several with shelves that fold down!
Grilling Tips:
- Start your grill while you are prepping food, so it is up to the temperature you want when you need it.
- When the grill is warm, clean off the grates with a grill brush before you put your food on it! This prevents old food from changing the flavor of your fresh food!
- Try to touch your food as little as possible while it’s grilling, to much movement can cause some dishes to dry out.
- Marinating meats the day before grilling will result in a deliciously juicy and flavorful product.
- Even just cleaning your grill once a week will greatly increase it’s lifespan!
Happy Grilling!!
Update your fireplace… in as little as a day!
Now is the time to refresh your fireplace.
Are you ready for a change? Are your ready to remodel?
Replacing your fireplace with an updated new look with greater features is the place to start. Turn your living room into an inviting and cozy place to relax.
Remodeled living room featuring the 6000CLX by Heat & Glo.
Your home is a place for comfort and a location for relaxation. Current home decorating trends and technology are always improving. Heat & Glo Fireplace have also been changing. We recommend to replace your fireplace every 12-15 years. The fireplace industry is always improving the quality and style of the fireplaces. Commonly there are traditional style fireplaces, transitional fireplaces and modern fireplaces.
- Traditional fireplaces offer comfort with a classic style. There are logs and a brick interior to anchor the classic fireplace design.
Updated Gas Fireplace – 6000CLX
2. Transitional Fireplaces offer a combination of classic style : logs and a conventional shape of the fireplace with a modern interior option of black glass and a modern door.
Cosmo – A Modern Gas Insert.
3. Modern fireplaces are a class of their own. These fireplaces are available in gas or electric. The most popular are the linear modern fireplaces.
Modern Fireplaces – the Foundation Series.
Please contact us if your interested in changing your fireplace or adding a fireplace to a new room. Kring’s Hearth & Home staff members are knowledgeable and will be able to help you select what options will work the best for you.
Let us help you update your fireplace and transform your house to your home.
Harman Pellet Stoves & Inserts
Harman pellet stove and inserts are a renewable way to supplement the heat in your home. There are a variety of styles to choose from… you are sure to find what you are looking for.
Harman Accentra Insert with marble and mantle.
Below you will see two examples of cast iron pellet stoves/inserts. These offer a classy and elegant look. Most cast iron stoves are available in black, as well as, a few porcelain colors. Another advantage of the cast iron pellet stoves and inserts is they have a touch screen control. This control feature allows you to program the thermostat for multiple days at the touch of a button.
These stoves do require electricity and require cleaning, however you will have a tremendous amount of heat from these stoves and inserts if used as recommended by the manufacturer.
Filling the hopper is part of the daily routing… an average bag of pellets weighs 40 pounds. Some of the larger stoves will have a large hopper that will enable you to fill more than one bag. Simple maintenance by removing the ash and filling the hopper will ensure a warm an comfortable space to gather.
Harman Pellet Stove – XXV with the touch screen control.
If you do not have a masonry fireplace and desire the look of a stove. Harman has you covered. Ultimate quality, impeccable design, and unbeatable performance these pellet stoves will be a focal point to any room.
This is a biomass-burning machine. Loaded with smart-sensing technology to deliver powerful heat, this impressive, cutting-edge pellet stove will offer optimal efficiency and performance. Make it your own with unique finishing and installation options. See some features listed below.
- Second most powerful, easy-to-use stove in the P-Series
- High efficiency with accordion heat exchanger
- Room temperature regulated to within one degree
- Cleaner glass thanks to exclusive air wash system
- Less loading with 72 lb. hopper capacity
- Less maintenance with large ash pan
- Elegant flame-reactive mirrored glass
- Installation made easy with direct vent
Harman also has a variety of self help videos online. Be sure to view Harman’s videos for the most accurate information.
Warm and cozy is so easy!
It is time to update the outdated look of brass, and transform to an updated fireplace that you’ll be proud to gather around.
Did you know warm and cozy could be so easy. Please stop in our showrooms to start your upgrade!
What is a Gas Insert? A gas fireplace insert fits inside of your existing wood-burning fireplace opening and uses
natural gas or propane to create a beautiful fire at the touch of a button.
Will a gas insert increase my home value?
By replacing your wood fireplace with a gas fireplace, you can boost heating efficiency from
around 15 percent with wood to around 70 percent with gas. This means more fuel is converted into usable heat and you stay warmer.
How long does it take to add a gas insert?
Restore the beauty and warmth of your fireplace with a gas fireplace insert
in as little as a day.
You can also upgrade your fireplace with many features to fit your style.
Did you know warm and cozy could be so easy. Please stop in our showrooms to start your upgrade!
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