Earth Sense Energy Systems is the 2016 Vesta Award Winner for Hearth Retailer of the Year! This is the most prestigious award in the industry. From a piece of dirt and a dream… 25 years in the making. Congratulations to … Read More
Earth Sense has one of the largest NFI technical staffs in the Country! We are happy to provide troubleshooting assistance and we provide full in-home service programs throughout Wisconsin. Harman Stove Making Noise/Squealing during feed cycle- Scott Writes In: We … Read More
This is a common situation we see with St. Croix stoves, especially older models. In most cases it appears the stove is overfeeding or feeding fuel continuously, when in fact the issue is with proper air-flow. Dennis Writes In: I … Read More
William Writes In- Problem with the pellet feed on an Original Mt Vernon 4 speed, board Number 7000-126. Recently replaced the system control board. Getting blue flashing light at start and a green light. No red light in controller, red … Read More
The importance of cleaning your pellet stove exhaust/combustion fan regularly cannot be emphasized enough. As a general rule of thumb you should clean your exhaust motor and exhaust venting after 3 tons of pellet fuel have been burned. If you … Read More
Getting your pellet stove, fireplace insert, furnace or boiler ready for the heating season is essential. Proper planning and preparation ensures when the cold weather hits you’re ready. Follow these simple tips and guidelines to make sure your stove is … Read More
Welcome Back to Pellet Tech 101! Our igniter video above will cover how to test an igniter element and common things that can be looked at if you are experiencing ignition issues with your stove. When trying to determine if … Read More
John purchased a new auger motor for his 2005 St. Croix Afton Bay. John called and said the motor did not work. Mr. Pellethead recommended he run the motor direct to troubleshoot whether it was the motor or a safety … Read More
Mr. Blake Writes- I have a Harman XXV pellet stove that is about 6 y/o. I believe I may need a new feed motor. There is a low level grinding noise that occurs each time the feed motor is turned … Read More
HARMAN PELLET & COAL STOVE FIRE POT SCRAPING TIPS Scraping your Harman burn pot while it is warm is the easiest and most effective way to clean and break off all of the scale and carbon build-up. Flip your igniter … Read More
Overview The average pellet stove auger feed motor will last approximately 6-8 seasons running fairly consistently in season during moderate to severe climates. Same goes for agitator/stirrer motors used in select multi-fuel stoves. We have seen some go 10+ years, … Read More
Here is a basic instruction guide on how to replace the igniter element in your Harman pellet stove. This is for the finned igniter. Replacement of the Harman Pressure igniter will be different. We are happy to assist. Backside: Remove … Read More
The new ‘Lifetime’ Fire pot is now available by Harman for the PF100, PF120 and PB105. Earth Sense offers the aftermarket ‘Lifetime’ fire pot at reduced cost; built locally to exact spec. Some customers have found issues during start-up with … Read More
PRIMING THE AUGER TIP- If and when your pellet stove runs completely empty of fuel/pellets, it may take 2-5 minutes of running to “PRIME ” the auger again depending on the model. TRY- Before starting, put a small handful of … Read More
As a pellet grilling enthusiast, you should know how to properly store pellets for the BEST results! At Pellet Head, not only are we the country’s largest pellet stove and grill dealer, but we are also passionate about quality grilling … Read More
As the seasons change, you may find yourself needing to run your grill a bit hotter in the coldest months. In four season climate areas, if you normally run at 325 to barbecue in the summer, I would recommend setting … Read More
“Hardwood vs. Softwood” Choosing your pellet fuel is a personal decision that’s all about choosing the right fuel for you based on a variety of things. Your stove make and model, your budget, and the amount of maintenance you’re willing … Read More
“Wood Pellet BTU’s” When a manufacturer or dealer of wood pellets refers to BTU’s per pound, it’s critical you know if they are referring to “As Received” or “Dry Basis” BTU’s. When referring to the heat output in a wood … Read More
“A Green Future” A state-funded, $250 million project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison aims to convert a coal-fired power plant on campus to one that primarily burns biomass such as tree trimmings and crops, ideally becoming a model for how … Read More
What is Biomass? Biomass is matter usually thought of as garbage. Some of it is just stuff lying around — dead trees, tree branches, yard clippings, left-over crops, wood chips, bark and sawdust from lumber mills. It can even include … Read More
“The Benefits Of Wood Pellets” There are numerous benefits achieved by utilizing pellet fuel, including economical and environmental. Pellet fuel is utilized in a varied settings and applications, such as home heating appliances and large scale boilers in commercial operations. … Read More
ENVIRO EMPRESS THERMOSTAT MODES Customer Inquiry 10/30/14 Q. I have an Enviro Empress with a new 50-1369 circuit board. Which is the correct jumper pin and where do I place it to go between different thermostat modes? A. Empress board … Read More
David V. writes to us, “I have a MT. Vernon AE pellet stove. What’s the best way to operate the stove – in automatic or in manual mode?” Pellethead Replies, “Most customers operate the Mt. Vernon AE in automatic mode. … Read More
CB1200 Pellet Stove: Now EPA-Certified! The CB1200 pellet stove has been certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This stove emits 1.1 grams per hour of particulates and is now eligible for state and local rebate programs! This newly … Read More
