Pellet stoves are relatively versatile appliances and typically all pellet stoves are now self-igniting and cycle themselves on and off controlled by a thermostat. Pellet Stoves with an automatic ignition can be equipped with remote controls. Recent innovations have created computer systems or "brains" within pellet stoves which run diagnostic tests if an imminent problem has arisen.
A well maintained and clean pellet stove should not create any creosote, the creosote is a sticky, flammable substance that causes chimney fires. Pellets burn very cleanly and create only a layer of fine fly-ash as a byproduct of combustion which is collected within the ash tray. The grade of pellet fuel will affect the performance and ash output.
Premium grade pellets will produce less than 1% ash content, while standard or low grade pellets produce anything from 2 to 4% ash content. When using lower grade or standard grade pellets there will result in extra maintenance.
A pellet stoves typicaly burn wood pellets but now more and more pellet stoves will also burn the likes of shelled corn, grain, seeds and woodchips an exampe would be Quadra- Fire range of products that burns wood pellets and shelled corn.
Pellet stoves venting is nowadays required and needs a certified double walled venting system, normally three or four inches in diameter with a stainless steel interior and galvanized exterior. As pellet stoves have a forced exhaust system, they do not usually require a vertical rise to vent although its recommended to have a three to five foot vertical run to prevent any leakage when theres a power outage. Pellet stoves can be vented horizontally through an outside wall and terminated below the roof line much like a modern gas appliance, making it an excellent choice for structures without an existing chimney. If an existing chimney is available, manufacturers urge use of a correctly sized stainless steel liner the length of the chimney for proper drafting.
A big plus is the fact that in many states in the U.S.A, pellet stoves and fuel are exempt from sales tax.
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