Ecoteck Elena

The Ecoteck Elena pellet stove is available in three versions; the standard full majolica bodied model, the majolica bodied ductable model (Airplus), and the Elena Steel.

The Elena Airplus was the winner of the HPBA, (Hearth Patio and Barbecue Association), Vesta award for the 'Best new pellet stove and insert' in 2009.

Elena: Majolica side panels and top in black, bordeaux, parchment and oriental earth.
Elena Steel: Majolica corners and top section in black, bordeaux and parchment.
Elena Airplus: Ducted. Majolica side panels and top in black, bordeaux, parchment and oriental earth.

Capable of heating up to 2,000 square feet and producing 48,000 btu., The Ecoteck Elena features a seven day programmable timer, a humidifier tray in the top, remote control and GPRS text message control, stainless steel heat exchanger and a centrifugal fan.

Standard fittings on Ecoteck stoves are the FIREX 600 combustion chamber and Majolica panels, (See comments below).

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ecoteck elena

Heating Area 2,000 sq.ft.

Max. Heat Output 48,000 btu.

Min. Heat Output 8,500 btu.

Automatic Ignition Yes

Manual Ignition No

Hopper Capacity 68 lbs.

Burn time Up to 62 hrs. on the low setting

Fuel Type Standard or premium grade wood pellets

Glass Air Wash Yes

Built in Blower Yes

Convection Blower Capacity 194 cfm.

Thermostat Compatible Yes, external thermostat is available as an option

E.P.A. Approved Yes

Emissions 4.40 gr./hr.

Efficiency 81%

Dimensions

Height 43.5 in.
Width 21 in.
Depth 22 in.

Weight Elena, 353 lbs., Elena Airplus (ducted) 375 lbs.

Window Size 13.4 in. by 10 in.

Flue Vent Size 3 in.

Top Vent No

Rear Vent Yes

Rear Vent Height 12.8 in.

Battery Backup No, See Stove Sentry

Surge Protector Recommended

Colours
Elena and Elena Airplus: Majolica side panels and top in black, bordeaux, parchment and oriental earth.
Elena Steel: Majolica corners and top section in black, bordeaux and parchment.

Exhaust Temperature Sensor Yes

Low Draft Shutdown Yes

Construction Type The Elena and the Elena Airplus have cast majolica bodies with steel internal structure. The Elena Steel is made from fabricated steel with a majolica top insert.

Automatic Shutdown and Re-ignition Yes

Warranty
Three years on manufacturing defects providing the stove has not been misused or installed wrongly.
Not covered: Firex 600 combustion chamber, door glass, gaskets, burn pot, igniter, paint finish and cast majolica.

Options
Wall thermostat, GPRS text control, air output for ducting,

Comments

The Firex 600 combustion chamber and the Majolica panels are ceramic and vulnerable to breakage through careless handling, strong detergents and abrasive cleaning products.

Maintenance

Daily: Clean the burn pot and the heat exchanger.
Every two or three days: Clean the grill around the burn pot, the stove glass, empty the ash pan and vacuum the combustion chamber.
Monthly: Vacuum the hopper.
Yearly: Clean the flue, check the door gasket.