What you get
The Electactic S230B Electric Stove Heater is an electric stove with a 1,500-watt heater, which works out to about 5,118 BTU per hour (3.412 BTU per watt).
On a 120-volt outlet that draws about 12.5 amps, most of a standard 15-amp circuit, so other loads on the circuit can trip the breaker. Plug it straight into the wall as the manual directs.
The maker says it heats up to 500 square feet; as with any 120-volt heater, read that as supplemental heat for one room.
The listing states 4 flame settings, and like most electric fireplaces the flame can run with the heat off.
Its stove shape sits on the floor anywhere near an outlet, with no vent or chimney.
Because nothing burns, there's no chimney, vent or carbon monoxide to plan for.
Also on the listing: overall dimensions of 10.7 in (D) x 23.5 in (W) x 24.3 in (H), a shipping or unit weight of 33.3 lb and cast iron construction.
Warranty, per the listing: 1 year.
The figures, from the maker
Each figure is the maker's or the listing's own, with its source marked. A figure the maker doesn't give is shown as not stated.
| Model number | S230B | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Electric | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 10.7"D x 23.5"W x 24.3"H | Retailer |
| Material | Cast Iron | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Freestanding | Retailer |
| Heat output (maker) | 5,100 BTU/h | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Adjustable Flame, Flame Effect, Infrared, Overheat Protection, Smokeless | Retailer |
| Model name | electric fireplace heater | Retailer |
| Warranty | 1 year. | Retailer |
| Product weight | 33.3 lb | Retailer |
| Heats up to (maker) | 500 sq ft | Retailer |
| Wattage | 1,500 W | Retailer |
| Flame effects | 4 | Retailer |
Is it the right heater for the room?
Pick it when
- A stove look without a chimney
- Rooms where gas or wood can't go
Pass on it when
- Heating a whole house
- Circuits already near their limit
Where it wins, where it gives ground
Wins
- 5,118 BTU/h of heat
- No vent or chimney
- Flame runs without heat
- 4 flame settings
Gives ground
- Supplemental heat only
- Draws 12.5 A on high
Know before you install
- Figures are the maker's own and are rated in the maker's conditions. Installation, venting, chimney, gas and electrical work follow the manual and local code, carried out by a qualified installer.
Heaters to weigh against it
Other electric fireplaces and stoves in the same heat range
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Bottom line
Built for A stove look without a chimney.