even if you just get some insulation stuffed in there for now would be a huge help.that looks like a giant vaccumm for your heat right there.
Insulation Questions
- Thread starter andrewporto
- Start date
-
Active since 1995, Hearth.com is THE place on the internet for free information and advice about wood stoves, pellet stoves and other energy saving equipment.
We strive to provide opinions, articles, discussions and history related to Hearth Products and in a more general sense, energy issues.
We promote the EFFICIENT, RESPONSIBLE, CLEAN and SAFE use of all fuels, whether renewable or fossil.
- Status
Thak you to all. I Insulated the back and side of the stove and around the stove pipe. I put a lot of insulation up into the flue. After 2 days of use with insulation and fan, the room averages 66-68. This is a 3 degree increase from pre-insulation so there is improvement. My goal is 70-73 for that room. There is a lot of open space and I know the heat is dispersing because the upstairs hallway is the same temperature as the downstiars room with the stove in it. I think I can get another degree or 2 if I add insulation to the windows.
--
What temperature should I be running at? It is difficult to gauge because there is an exterior cover over the firebox. I have been getting the outside cover to 300f. If I remove the top and place the thermostat directly on the firebox, this equates to 425f. The Homesaver thermostat I was given has the danger level at 475f, but I have seen posts where people are getting there temperatures much higher. Also I am reading people are taking the temperature at the stove pipe, which is difficult to access in an insert. What is the best practice for insert operating temperatures? Thank you again to all.
--
What temperature should I be running at? It is difficult to gauge because there is an exterior cover over the firebox. I have been getting the outside cover to 300f. If I remove the top and place the thermostat directly on the firebox, this equates to 425f. The Homesaver thermostat I was given has the danger level at 475f, but I have seen posts where people are getting there temperatures much higher. Also I am reading people are taking the temperature at the stove pipe, which is difficult to access in an insert. What is the best practice for insert operating temperatures? Thank you again to all.
jatoxico
Minister of Fire
I don't know the configuration of your stove but can you put the thermo in the vent? That's where I keep mine. That way it's right on top of the top plate. It's not the easiest to read so I keep a flashlight handy.
Also if you are using a thermometer meant for the pipe the temp ranges (danger/creosote) etc are all off for reading a stove top. 600 even 700 is a normal peak temp for a lot of units. You should check your manual and other users observations but 475 is typically just getting warmed up (pun intended)!
Thank you, jatoxico. I would never have thought of leaving the thermo under the hood. I can make out the actual temp with a flashlight just as you described.
I don't get the pun, meaning I'm not getting warmed up. I'm trying to get the unit up to 500, seems it wants to stay around 425-450, but I'll keep feeding and see what happens. The manual just states if the body starts glowing, it is too hot. It is no where near that temperature, so I'll try to get the temps a bit higher.
I don't get the pun, meaning I'm not getting warmed up. I'm trying to get the unit up to 500, seems it wants to stay around 425-450, but I'll keep feeding and see what happens. The manual just states if the body starts glowing, it is too hot. It is no where near that temperature, so I'll try to get the temps a bit higher.
jatoxico
Minister of Fire
Stick around Andrew you made a big stride in getting your unit insulated. Next step may be getting the right fuel in that stove. I didn't see what wood or how long the wood you have has been split and drying. Dry wood is essential to getting the maximum amount of heat from your stove. There is an astonishing amount of water in green wood. Even partially dried wood still holds a lot of water which robs heat that should end up in the room but instead goes to boiling the excess water while creating creosote. Also have not yet discussed how to properly control the primary air control.
If you spend a little time here learning proper burning practices you may find out that in fact your stove can heat your whole house or at least put a major dent in the heating bill while being truly warm and cozy.
- Status
Similar threads
- Locked
