I had my Jotul 602 installed this week. It's in a corner on a hearth pad with proper clearances, according to the manufacturer. Today is our first burn and the paneling to the sides is a bit warm. How can I tell if it's getting too warm?
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Paneling Behind Stove Getting Warm
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The clearances are met with an extra inch. The wall feels fairly warm. How can I tell if it's too warm? Will my stove thermometer work on the wall?
ETA: Going to get an infrared thermometer.
ETA: Going to get an infrared thermometer.
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The F602 is a radiant stove. The adjacent walls will get warm. If you can hold your hand on them for a few seconds then they are ok.
I got an infrared thermometer today to check. The warmest spot is on the right corner where the window frame meets the paneling. It was 124F, but most everywhere else was closer to 100 or less, even when the stove sides were registering 435. So I think it's all ok. Someone tell me if it's not!!
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