Used unit

[Brian Ackerman]

I am going up to look at a 2004 wood master 4400. But thought I better ask what I should be looking for in wear and tear on the unit. It's obviously a little older. Owner states it has been dealer maintained every year. (They are an elderly couple who due to health can no longer run the burner). New door seal, fan, updated electronic thermostat control and control panel. And water conditioned every year. My concern is, It's old for wood burners I'm told. What specifically do I need to check, or should I just stay away from this unit. Price is $3000. Comes with two pumps, (2 years old). Thank you.

 

[NSMaple1]

No way would I chuck that much $$ for a 14 year old OWB. I wouldn't go past what scrap value would be.

That's not to say it is scrap - but it would be a huge roll of dice.

First thing I would check is did/does it have return temperature protection. Thinking maybe it does or it wouldn't have lasted this long, but I know nothing about Wood Masters or that particular install - and particular installs can play a big part in everything.

 

[Brian Ackerman]

Kind of my gut feeling to not buy it. But always tempted by saving money

 

[rancher2]

I am going up to look at a 2004 wood master 4400. But thought I better ask what I should be looking for in wear and tear on the unit. It's obviously a little older. Owner states it has been dealer maintained every year. (They are an elderly couple who due to health can no longer run the burner). New door seal, fan, updated electronic thermostat control and control panel. And water conditioned every year. My concern is, It's old for wood burners I'm told. What specifically do I need to check, or should I just stay away from this unit. Price is $3000. Comes with two pumps, (2 years old). Thank you.

Can you even install a older unit were you live? I know I won't pay $3,000 for a 14 year old unit no matter who took care of it. It will be something to watch to see what it will sell for in the end.

 

[bowtechmadman]

I would strip off the shrouds/roof and insulation and inspect at the stack and water inlet/overflow pipe...they are right next to each other. This area seems to be the first to rust/rot if/when it runs a bit low on water, leaks around stack, etc...+
I'd be very leary paying that for a stove that is 14yrs old.

 

[Brian Ackerman]

I think I'm going to pass on this unit. 14 years is just too old for something like this to be buying