When do I need to replace the door gasket and what type of gasket do I have to buy?
The gasket is there to insure that your stove remains air tight, thus providing you with the maximum burn time and reducing the risk of overheating. How frequently you replace the gasket really depends on how often you fire your stove. Most Drolet stoves have an adjustable handle that enables you to increase the useful life of your gasket by tightening the door when it becomes loose. However, when you can no longer adjust the door, when the gasket becomes really hard, and when you notice an gap between the door and the stove, it is time to replace the gasket. If you fire your stove on a regular basis during all winter, you may need to replace the gasket before every heating season. We strongly suggest that you use the genuine gasket supplied by the manufacturer. The genuine gasket has a better density and comes with a special adhesive. It will last much longer. Avoid liquid glue and low density gasket, with large and flabby knits. To obtain the genuine gasket replacement kit for your stove, please consult our "accessories" section.
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