FAQ

Was the Countryside designed to run on Corn?
Many companies are trying to convert wood pellet stoves to burn corn or a corn, wood pellet mix. This stove was the first nationally certified multi-fuel burning stove. This stove can burn corn, wood pellets or a combination of corn and wood pellets along with some other types of pellets such as cherry pits or olive pits.

Where does the ash go?
The Countryside has a specially designed firepot so that the ashes drop into the ash drawer below the stove. The drawer’s contents can be easily disposed of into the garbage.

How does the stove vent?
The Countryside Stove vents out of the building through side wall or a vertical termination. Exhaust piping needs to be an “L” vent listed pipe.

Is the corn stove hard to install?
No. The Countryside can be installed in about any location as long as side wall or vertical termination is available. Need help with installation? Want to have us install your unit? Contact Us.

Can you burn “seed corn” in the stove?

No. Seed corn is treated with chemical pesticides that are harmful or fatal if swallowed; therefore, seed corn is dangerous to have in the house, especially where children can reach it. The Counrtside corn stove uses feed corn.

What kind of clearance does the stove need?
The Countryside only needs a 1” clearance for the back, side and corner. Because of such a close clearance, you can be assured the Countryside corn stove is safe for your home.

How safe is the Stove?
The Countryside Stove has many built in features to keep the stove safe. Features such as: Low and High temp auto shutdown, lid open safety switch and proper insulation, so the stove top and 3 sides are cool to the touch. This is especially great for homes with small children. You won’t be harmed by touching the stove!