How do I take apart cement bonded stove?

[stek]

I have a Jotul 118 CB. As far as I can tell I need to take the top of the stove off to replace the baffle. I don't see any bolts or screws holding it together so I'm guessing/ assuming the top is cemented on.

How the heck do I break this bond to take the stove apart to replace the baffle? I'm relatively mechanically inclined but have no metal working skills or tools. The stove is also too heavy for me to move so this will have to be done in place.

Help?!?

 

[DAKSY]

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[begreen]

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[stek]

I have to say this looks like a giant pain in the rear 😫

For a part that the manufacturer considers a "wear" item that should be replaced periodically I can't believe you have to tear the whole stove down to replace it!

begreen I see you're in south puget sound. I'm in Olympia.. any recommendations on who might help with this? New baffle will be here Monday ... 😊

 

[bigealta]

I have to say this looks like a giant pain in the rear 😫

For a part that the manufacturer considers a "wear" item that should be replaced periodically I can't believe you have to tear the whole stove down to replace it!

Agree, I did not realize the disassembly was so involved. I guess that’s why they made the new 2 piece replacement.

I’d grinder cut the old one out. Safety glasses and p100 mask.