This antique was found in Old Towne Carmel. Originally it burned coal but later had a conversion burner added. The burner was held in place only by the gas line. A humidifier above the burner leaked all over it. The tenant called for no heat as the blower motor had failed. We found that flames shot out the front when it lit and flue gases spilled out the top inspection door. The landlord had us replace it. The heat exchanger had to be smashed apart with a sledgehammer. It was too heavy to come out in 1 piece!


 

The modern replacement. This 80% efficient unit heats the house very quickly, has good airflow to all of the rooms and will save a bundle on gas bills! To vent properly in the oversized chimney, a metal liner was installed in the chimney for the furnace & water heater to use.