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Pellet Stove Auger Motor Not Working. Keep in mind that both the high limit switch and vacuum switch in the Englander stove line can shut down the auger motor operation if there is a safety issue at hand andor if the switch or switches are faulty. If it is dirty then use a brush to remove dirt and debris. I have cleaned the stove and the ESP. Pellet Stove Burning Poorly.
Test for power to the auger motor and make sure there are no loose or frayed wires going to or from the auger motor. Usually there is enough torque to breakup pellets unless the auger and the motor are not solidly coupled together. I hope this helps. As with any pellet stove that uses a top and drop feeding method. If your stove is free standing you will need to remove. If the motor is not getting power either the motors wires or the control board are bad.
A stripped gear would mean the auger motor must be replaced.
Most pellet stoves are built exactly the same with few differences. I hope this helps. In my 10 years of repairing pellet stoves I dont remember every working on one with an auger motor that wasnt installed this way. A stripped gear would mean the auger motor must be replaced. If your stove is free standing you will need to remove. Most pellet stoves are built exactly the same with few differences.