Stove with catalytic converter
US4694820A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 1986 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 15, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24B1/006
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A solid fuel burning stove having a catalytic converter apparatus located above the stove combustion site. The apparatus includes a horizontal partition having a first opening in direct communication with the stove flue and a second opening adjacent catalytic elements. A by-pass damper is slideable on the partition to open and close the first opening. The by-pass damper is connected via a hollow rod to a handle located at the front of the stove. Exit ports are located in the hollow rod to provide supplemental heated air to the catalytic elements.
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