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Crystal Clear Electronics
CCE handles the RSF line of heaters because we have used these in our house and shop for 30 years, and we know that these are excellent quality heaters. Growing up on a farm in the 50's and 60's, we used to spend all winter cutting and splitting firewood to heat our 2 story 16x24 ft log house with a tin can airtight heater. You could get the house pretty warm(do you remember the flame jumping out the air intake, or the lid jumping up and down as the roaring fire starved for oxygen), but a lot of heat went up the chimney (first 2 feet of chimney could become cherry red very quickly), and wood had to be added every 3 or 4 hours. If you didn't get up every 3 or 4 hours to add wood, the house got very cold. The wood pile was larger than the house each year, and the bed quilts still froze to the wall, and the household water froze in the pail by morning, and, if you were lucky, the air tight lasted 2 years before burning out. Those were the "good old days", weren't they?.
Crystal Clear Electronics is located 11 kms out of Niton Junction, Alberta, which is approximately 140 kms west of Edmonton on the Yellowhead Highway heading toward Jasper National Park. We carry a good supply of units on site, but if we don't have what you require, we can order it in for you. To get out to our farm-shop, please phone ahead to get directions and to let us know that you are coming, as we have a Rottweiler dog which we will tie up if we know someone is coming into the yard.
We accept cash, cheques (backed with VISA or Mastercard). We also accept VISA & Mastercard . Since VISA & Mastercard charge us 5%, we have to add 5% to your total if you wish to use VISA or Mastercard.
CCE handles the RSF line of heaters because we have used these in our house and shop for 30 years, and we know that these are excellent quality heaters. Growing up on a farm in the 50's and 60's, we used to spend all winter cutting and splitting firewood to heat our 2 story 16x24 ft log house with a tin can airtight heater. You could get the house pretty warm(do you remember the flame jumping out the air intake, or the lid jumping up and down as the roaring fire starved for oxygen), but a lot of heat went up the chimney (first 2 feet of chimney could become cherry red very quickly), and wood had to be added every 3 or 4 hours. If you didn't get up every 3 or 4 hours to add wood, the house got very cold. The wood pile was larger than the house each year, and the bed quilts still froze to the wall, and the household water froze in the pail by morning, and, if you were lucky, the air tight lasted 2 years before burning out. Those were the "good old days", weren't they?.
RSF (Renewable Solid Fuel) fireplaces, heaters and furnaces are efficient, reliable, safe, long-lasting and CSA/UL approved! You may be aware that RSF heaters were designed and built by Hans Duerichen, (a mechanical engineer specializing in wood waste burning and pollution control) in Smithers, BC in the 1970's and 1980's. The heaters and furnaces are now manufactured in Ontario, while the fireplaces are built in Quebec. The unique butterfly valve fresh air intake design is maintained in all units. The bi-metallic coil is constantly contracting and expanding as the fire temperature changes (be certain that the chain opening the butterfly valve is pulled only to the point where the valve is sitting horizontal, not beyond horizontal, as the bimetallic coil will not operate properly if the chain is too tight.). Thus, the butterfly valve is constantly opening and closing to maintain an even heat output from the stove throughout the period of the wood burning. This eliminates having a hot fire to start and a colder fire as the wood burns down. The stainless steel chimney and all chimney adapters for fireplaces, heaters and furnaces are manufactured in Quebec under the Excel label, and carry a lifetime warranty. When planning heater or fireplace location, remember that "straight up" chimney is not only the most economical, but also the most efficient for burning and chimney cleaning.
Testimonials
**In September, 2006, Merle picked up an RSF65R to replace his existing RSF65R which he has had for over 20 years. The older 65R will now be used to heat his shop, as it is still functioning very well. Sometimes a father and son may have differences of opinion about matters, but Merle and his son both agree that RSF is the BEST wood heater available, as each has an RSF in the house and in the shop.
Dave drove 4 hours from Glendon and picked up an 85R for his shop in mid October. He phoned 2 weeks later to tell me he installed the unit the next day. This is the best wood heater he has ever seen or used. It heats his shop much better and more efficiently than the old unit.
Richard picked up a 65R for his home. He called to say this is the first wood heater he has owned (in 50 years) where he can add any size of block in any condition without having to add smaller sticks to keep the fire going.
All price quotes are valid for 30 days, and subject to change without notice, as metal prices are skyrocketing due to high demand, especially by China and India. At times, between ordering and receiving a shipment, our costs have increased 5-10%! We can guarantee our price on units which we already have in-stock. If you are considering a purchase, do it now. Once the snow comes, demand is always greater than manufacturing capability. Last fall, we sold every available unit in two weekends in October, and were not able to get replacement stock until December 30. The only person lucky enough to get an RSF heater was the highest bidder at the Santa's Anonymous Auction & supper in November. We usually donate one RSF heater each year to Santa's Anonymous, and the bidding becomes quite lively. It's all in good fun, and the funds raised benefit many families that are experiencing tough times.
All RSF units have a fresh air intake with non-electric heat control, which will continue to operate even if the unit is equipped with an electric thermostat, and the electricity is turned OFF. All heaters (Aurora, Ardent, HF-65R, HF-85R) have a cooking surface. RSF units also have "cool to the touch" sides to prevent accidental skin burns. F-75 & F-101 do not have a cooking surface because they are forced air furnaces.
Most RSF heaters and furnaces can be equipped with optional stainless steel water coils ($350+GST for each one) for heating domestic hot water or in-floor hot water heating systems. Simply remove the fire bricks along the bottom sides of the unit, drill out the "knock outs" for the water coil pipes to come out the back of the unit, and connect the pipes to hot water system. It is recommended to install a range boiler, which acts as an expansion and heat storage vessel, near the back of the RSF heater. Instructions for range boiler installation come with each heater.
Other options include blowers ($350+GST), and an electric thermostat($350+GST), which will keep temperature within one degree of your preferred setting. If the power goes out, you can still use the manual air control to keep a nice even temperature in your house.
RSF/Ardent Energy UNIQUE features include the following.
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If you e-mail me johnmys@mail.com, I'll e-mail pictures & brochure to you, if the link below does not work.
with glass door and metallic trim c/w electric thermostat (no blower), 6" flue can heat up to 1600 sq ft for 12-16 hours with coal (23"x29"x30"h: 370 pounds: 16" blocks: mobile home approved:45,000 BTU).
RSF Aurora wood heater, black trim ($1895+GST) or nickel trim ($1995+GST) ,
glass door, with 6" flue can heat up to 1200 sq ft up to 8 hours(23"x29"x30"h: 310 pounds: 16-18" blocks: 40,000 BTU, mobile home approved). This model is so successful as a small house heater/cookstove that Sweden (land of wood heat) has ordered 50 of these to place in remote government cabins.HF-65R wood heater ($2495+GST)
holds up to 5 cu ft of wood,with a 7" flue and can heat up to 2000 sq ft for 12-20 hours(24"x38"x34"h: 475 pounds: 20" long blocks: minimum installation clearance 14": 65,000 BTU).
HF-85R wood heater ($2795+GST)
holds up to 9 cu ft of wood, with an 8" flue, and can heat 2500+ sq ft for 12-24 hours(28"x40"x38"h: 570 pounds: 24" long blocks: minimum installation clearance 12": 85,000 BTU). Some customers are getting a 48 hour burn with this heater. One customer is heating a 60x100 ft shop with this as main source of heat. Factory is out of stock on HF-85R, and will not make another run for quite some time because of space restrictions, so if you're planning on buying an HF-85R, DO IT NOW, while we still have stock available. No kidding!
Forced air furnaces F-75($2550+GST)(28"x38"x43"h:
520 pounds: 20" long blocks, 7" flue, holds 5 cu. ft. of wood, 75,000 BTU) , available only by special order, AND
F-101, ($2795+GST)(30"x45"x47"h: 594 pounds:
24" long blocks: 101,000 BTU, holds 9 cu ft of wood, with an 8" flue and can heat 3000+ sq ft for 12-48 hours) furnace (surrounded with an air shield, therefore no cooking surface) can be used as a stand alone forced-air furnace or connected in tandem with a forced-air gas or propane furnace. The fan from the gas furnace circulates the air around the heated surfaces, and the gas furnace will not cut in until the wood furnace runs out of wood. When used as a stand alone forced air furnace, a circulating fan can be mounted in the opening at the bottom of the furnace. You can buy or salvage a used motor and fan from a forced air gas furnace for $50-$100.
RSF wood fireplaces include the Opel, Onyx, Delta, Oracle see-thru, Chameleon and the Topaz. No RSF fireplace inserts manufactured at this time (check out Blaze King insert). Fireplaces come with 30 year warranty. For complete details on RSF fireplaces, please cut & paste to go to this URL http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/RSF-Wood-HeatersFireplaces-cw-photos (Facebook website)or cut and paste this URL http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-home-appliances-RSF-Wood-heater-W0QQAdIdZ160529738
BURN TIME for all units depends on wood type and moisture content, size of space to be heated, and amount of insulation used in the building. All RSF heaters, furnaces and fireplaces have a unique butterfly valve fresh air intake which senses the temperature of the fire, and opens and closes automatically, without electricity, to give a nice even heat output over the entire time the load of wood is burning.
You may wonder about the cost of RSF heaters. While a bit more expensive than some heaters from big box stores, you get what you pay for. RSF heaters are well built to last many years in a residence.
RSF heaters burn the wood very efficiently. In fact, one of our customers in NWT with an HF-65R burns 1/2 the wood his neighbour burns each winter. Both are in identical government houses, but the neighbour has a cheaper stove that is harder to control and loses more heat up the chimney. Our own house is approximately 1800 sq ft and we use only 6 cords of wood in an average winter with our HF-65R. Even if the electricity goes OFF, we still have cozy heat and a cooking surface to prepare meals, and we NEVER HAVE TO GET UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT to add wood.
If you're going to invest money in a heater to cut down on heating costs, check out all the REST, then come to RSF and buy the BEST! Then, when the temperature drops to -40, you won't have to choose between buying food or keeping your house cozy and warm. No need to feel guilty about cranking the heat up to a very cozy 25C in the house.
We are going to keep this website as simple as possible to accommodate dial-up users (most of our customers are country folk who do not have access to high speed internet, and it is much faster loading text than pictures) and because html is still new to me. Latest figures show that if a home page takes longer than 4 seconds to load, most internet users will move on to something else!!
I would also like to reassure you that I am not a high pressure salesman, rather I see myself as a facilitator. My primary responsibility is "sharing with you the pros and cons of wood heat, and asking you questions to determine if wood heat is right for your situation". Should you decide the timing or our product is not right for you, NO PROBLEM! If you feel confident that owning an RSF heater, furnace or fireplace will enhance your lifestyle, allow you to take control of your heating costs, and prepare you for the day when disaster could strike, (you could still heat your home if electricity or gas was turned off) then I have some excellent alternative heating units available for you. Once you decide to pick up your RSF unit at our farm shop, make sure you ask about your FREE gift. Every RSF purchaser, and his/her helper, each get to pick out a gift.
SHAW Direct (formerly STAR CHOICE) satellite TV!
Up to 25 HD channels available at no extra charge, including National Geographic HD and PBS HD, which have outstanding programming.
HD 630R for new SHAW Direct customers:
HD 630 PVR complete system costs $250 c/w installation(regular $399) add $70 + tax for travel, comes with $200 programming credits
OR
HD 600 HD system & remote c/w one dish, installed to 1 TV, costs only $100, add $70 + tax for travel, comes with $100 programming credits
Cash, cheque, VISA or MASTERCARD. LIMITED TIME OFFER, LIMITED # OF UNITS AVAILABLE. OFFER SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Email your name & phone number to John at johnmys@mail.com and I will call you between 4-8pm, or email if you prefer (or you can call me 4-8 pm, Alberta Time, at 1-780-795-2564). Call or e-mail me today, and you could be watching crystal clear digital satellite TV in a couple of weeks.
NOTE: These receivers carry a full year warranty by Shaw Direct. This special is for new customers only. Sorry, not available to previous or existing Star Choice or Shaw Direct customers. Once you decide to purchase, I will process your Visa or Mastercard, and call Shaw Direct to make arrangements for a local installer in your area to install the system, allowing sufficient time for parcel to be shipped to you. $250 for the new HD 630 or $100 for the new HD 600 includes the GST, receiver, remote control and cables from receiver to TV, and shipping via Canada Post. This price will include basic installation of the dish (which the installer will bring with him/her), with one line (also supplied) from the dish to your TV room.
Since the satellite in the sky is generally in a southerly direction, you must have clear line of sight to the south, as signal cannot go through trees or buildings. If you check which direction other Star Choice or Shaw Direct dishes are pointed in your neighborhood, you'll know where you require clear line of sight for your dish.
If you require a second HD receiver, ask for quote depending on which model you prefer. Free basic installation of second receiver is included in purchase price. If the installer has to travel more than 50 kms, a mileage charge may be added by the installer. If you have two receivers on your account, you will have lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects on both receivers. If either one ever quits, just phone Shaw Direct, and if they cannot correct the problem by phone, they will ship a replacement for $13.99 + tax. If you travel south for the winter, you can take your system with you, and watch Canadian news, hockey and curling while relaxing in Arizona.
New customer specials! Include
NOTE: If you order your Shaw Direct system from CRYSTAL CLEAR ELECTRONICS, we can usually have it installed (locally, between Nojack & Marlboro) in a few days. If you buy your system from Shaw Direct, or another retailer, Shaw Direct must make the arrangements for an installer to do the installation.
Need a second receiver so that you can watch a different channel than your partner? NO PROBLEM. Add a 2nd basic receiver, installed for only $100 for new customers. Existing SHAW Direct customers will be charged extra for installation, with the amount depending on distance travelled and complexity of the install.
Programming costs start @ $29/month for BASIC, with about a dozen channels, including your local network channels. Global, CTV, CBC.
Digital Favorites ($69.99/month) includes 290 channels of the most favorite channels ordered by SHAW Direct customers. Add the Movies West package for $19.99 /month. For the latest updates on current programming packages, click on the link below
http://www.shawdirect.ca/english/whatsontv/programmingpackages.asp
You can change your packages whenever you want, 24 hours a day, with a phone call to 1-888-554-7827. By the time you're off the phone, your programming will be changed. If you go away for summer holidays, you can turn off your programming at no charge, once a year, as long as you tell STAR CHOICE (SHAW Direct) when you want programming turned back on.
If you do not live in our service area between Nojack & Marlboro, we will ship a system to you at our cost, and arrange for a SHAW Direct installer in your area to come out with a FREE dish and do a FREE install for up to 2 receivers. If you are in an area which has no SHAW Direct installers, we will send a complete set of easy to follow self-install instructions, a dish, and a self-install kit, for only $50 above the cost of the receiver(s).
BELL EXPRESS-VU & CABLE CUSTOMERS
If you're not satisfied with your system, or are experiencing service delays, consider switching to SHAW Direct! Turn off your Bell-X or cable box, and get a complete 630 HD PVR system, installed, for only $250, which includes $16 of FREE pay-per-view movies.
Existing SHAW Direct customers.
SHAW Direct has extra incentives for new customers: however, Crystal Clear Electronics will do whatever we can to help out existing customers. We can test your failed receiver in our shop (at no cost to you), and have a replacement for you immediately. If you have one of the older receivers with the channel number brightly lit up on the front of the receiver, those are no longer available: however, we can replace it with a 600 class HD receiver. Please call to let us know what you need, and we'll see what we can do for you.
Satellite accessories.
We carry IR & UHF remote controls, tripods, satellite finders, spare dishes and self install kits for your holiday trailer or motorhome. In addition, if you purchase your "home away from home" system from us, we will supply you with an easy to follow set of instructions for setting up your system anywhere in Canada or USA. The programming for your holiday trailer will only cost 75% of your home programming, in addition to your regular monthly bill for your home satellite. If you are a "snow bird", and live year round in a holiday trailer or motorhome, we can still hook you up to SHAW Direct, as long as you have a document which proves you have ownership of the unit, along with the unit serial number.
If you want excellent SHAW Direct service or products, or want to replace your Bell-X with a SHAW Direct system (we do not carry Bell-X receivers), call Crystal Clear Electronics truck cell @ 780-723-0147 and ask for John.
Check this site regularly for periodic specials we will offer.
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