Glass just cracked cara insert stove

micks_address

Hi folks,
Glass just cracked right across centre of cara insert stove. I've shut down the vent and will let fire out. Is it best to get onto Waterford Stanley to come out with new glass to fit? The side air vent is also really stuff so maybe they could sort that out. Stove is probably 5 or 6 years old now.
Going to miss it these next few cold nights.
Thanks,
Mick

my3cents

Can't you use the fire with a crack in the glass? If there isn't a hole in it and no fear of it falling out then you can probably still have a fire if you need it.

Just order the spare part through any Waterford Stanley dealer and fit it yourself.

micks_address

my3cents wrote: »

Can't you use the fire with a crack in the glass? If there isn't a hole in it and no fear of it falling out then you can probably still have a fire if you need it.

Just order the spare part through any Waterford Stanley dealer and fit it yourself.

Would be afraid glass might break? Have central heating on gas so only loosing the cosy factor

Exiled1

You can still fire away. Best to find your nearest Stanley dealer and get a replacement there. It is very easy to fit glass yourself as it is held by a few screws.
The main reason glass breaks is there is some small bit of coal/grit stuck against the bottom of the glass. When the door is closed tightly it can break as glass reaches high temperature.
Be careful, when cleaning out ashes to clean the small ledge at the front of the grate.
That glass is expensive too!

micks_address

Exiled1 wrote: »

You can still fire away. Best to find your nearest Stanley dealer and get a replacement there. It is very easy to fit glass yourself as it is held by a few screws.
The main reason glass breaks is there is some small bit of coal/grit stuck against the bottom of the glass. When the door is closed tightly it can break as glass reaches high temperature.
Be careful, when cleaning out ashes to clean the small ledge at the front of the grate.
That glass is expensive too!

Would you need to replace the glass rope to?

beertons

You should have a look at the coals you're burning. Antracite {sp} burns too hot, and might be the reason it cracked.

micks_address

beertons wrote: »

You should have a look at the coals you're burning. Antracite {sp} burns too hot, and might be the reason it cracked.

No coal. Mainly black turf and some Ash timber logs

the_pen_turner

micks_address wrote: »

Would you need to replace the glass rope to?

probably yes. you might as well change it as well. when you have the glue for it you should re do the one around the door if needed. the glue spoils once opened after a while.

take off the cord outside in a well ventilated space not in the house

micks_address

the_pen_turner wrote: »

probably yes. you might as well change it as well. when you have the glue for it you should re do the one around the door if needed. the glue spoils once opened after a while.

take off the cord outside in a well ventilated space not in the house

Thanks, Think I'll give Stanley parts a call in the morning

micks_address

micks_address wrote: »

Thanks, Think I'll give Stanley parts a call in the morning

Looks like most builders providers closed till Tuesday. Anyone know where could pick up a glass and rope kit today?
Thanks,
Mick

my3cents

micks_address wrote: »

Looks like most builders providers closed till Tuesday. Anyone know where could pick up a glass and rope kit today?
Thanks,
Mick

tbh I doubt anyone keeps them in stock. They can be slow but its easy for the agents to order from Stanley so no need to keep any stock.

wait4me

I got a replacement glass from a Bantry-based firm (no connection - just a happy customer!) stoveglass.ie. Google them and call them. They may have something in stock and might courier it to you overnight. Just a shot....

AndyBoBandy

micks_address wrote: »

Mainly black turf and some Ash timber logs

Isn't turf considered a damp/wet fuel, and not recommended for a Stove?

I've a Cara insert myself and only burn logs/briquettes

my3cents

beertons wrote: »

You should have a look at the coals you're burning. Antracite {sp} burns too hot, and might be the reason it cracked.

AndyBoBandy wrote: »

Isn't turf considered a damp/wet fuel, and not recommended for a Stove?

I've a Cara insert myself and only burn logs/briquettes

Waterford Stanley are always a bit whishy washy as to the correct fuel if you read the manuals then Anthracite Coal and Turf are mentioned as fuels with wood being the recommened fuel for the non boiler version yet the boiler version doesn't even recommend any particular fuel.

The one generally stated is

Do not use fuels with a Petro-coke ingredient as this may cause the grate to overheat, causing damage.

and

Do not burn fuel with a high moisture content, such as a damp peat or unseasoned timber. This will only result in a build up of tar in the stove and in the chimney.

which should be fairly obvious.

Non Boiler - http://www.waterfordstanley.com/media/2027555/cara-insert-stove-manual.pdf

Boiler - http://www.waterfordstanley.com/media/2027631/cara-insert-boiler-manual.pdf

The manuals may also help the OP with glass replacement. Some other manuals for different variations of the same stove can be found at http://www.waterfordstanley.com/stanley-extras/technical-manuals/stanley-stove-manuals .

micks_address

Super lucky. Tried Nulty hardware in Julianstown. They were open and had stock. Even helped me fit. Absolute gentleman. I brought door with me. Screws on glass were very stiff. He said stove sellers are obliged to have glass in stock. Back fitted and fire lit. Bring on the snow!

micks_address

AndyBoBandy wrote: »

Isn't turf considered a damp/wet fuel, and not recommended for a Stove?

I've a Cara insert myself and only burn logs/briquettes

Not our turf pure black turf from the bogs close to sligo / Leitrim border. It burns really hot.

BuzzFish

Apologies for dragging up this old thread but the OP mentioned stiff secondary air control. I'm suffering with the same. Did you fix it or find the issue?

Thanks!

micks_address

BuzzFish wrote: »

Apologies for dragging up this old thread but the OP mentioned stiff secondary air control. I'm suffering with the same. Did you fix it or find the issue?

Thanks!

No sorry, ours is sort of stuck midway so I just leave it. I think you'd have to remove the stove to sort so I'd rather not

micks_address

Was wondering when this last broke.. just noticed it cracked again this evening..weird as wasn't lit for over a week. I cleaned out out the stove today. Probably done till September now anyway. Lots of time to source new glass

Exiled1

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120564096#Comment_120564096

The glass in mine went twice in six years. First time.... Stanley centre, second time.... local glazing company was a little cheaper for the same product.