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4.) Will following the above listed steps for starting a fire result in perfect results all the time?
The quick answer is most of the time. There are many variables that may affect your success
rate when staring a fire. Most of those variables and how to deal with them will be learned
through experience. Your ability to start a good fire will significantly increase with time and
patience. Some of the reasons for poor stove performance will be covered in the next section of
these instructions.
5.) Why can't I get the fire lit?
Damp or wet wood and poor draft are the main reasons for poor results in starting a fire. Always
use dry seasoned wood for your fire. Even wood dried for two years will be difficult to ignite, if it
has become wet.
6.) Why is there always a large quantity of thick black smoke present in the firebox?
A large quantity of thick black smoke in the firebox, is a good indication that the draft is poor.
7.) Is it normal for soot to cover the glass at the beginning of a fire?
Your stove has been built with an air wash system that will help keep the glass clear when the
firebox has reached a good operating temperature, and has a good draft. Cold firebox
temperature and poor draft cause sooting of the glass. Once the firebox temperature and the
draft increases, the soot will burn off.
8.) What is draft?
Draft is the ability of the chimney to exhaust draw by-products produced during the normal
combustion process.
9.)
What can cause a poor draft?
The most common factors for poor draft are:
a.) Atmospheric pressure and air supply
b.) Environmental conditions
c.) Cold chimney temperature
d.) Poor chimney installation and maintenance
HELPFUL HINTS WORTH REPEATING
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