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American Energy Systems Magnum Countryside

Review: American Energy Systems Magnum Countryside

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American Energy Systems Magnum Countryside
Bought mine in 2007. Used one season. The next season it went lemon! Motor turns past a screw and breaks off repeatedly. Followed manual to the "t". Certified rep installed and repaired to no success. Tried in 2011 to get it going again. Had to pay certified rep. Big money to travel to area. No other reps. around. Paid over $500 to get it working for one night. Same old story. Motor turns auger and then breaks off a screw. Auger problems repeatedly despite buying more expensive pellets and maintenance per manual. Company was no help in 2008..other than to give me name of certified repair person.

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