Hello Everyone, you were all a great help to me when I was planning the install and learning how to operate my Fireplace Insert last season.
My setup is a Kuma Sequoia with an 8" flexible liner going up approx. 26'. Chimney overall height slightly exceeds 30'.
When I was planning the install, someone wisely stated that it may be recommended to go with a 7" liner. I did contact Kuma at that time and consulted with them about the concern. The concern was validated, but I was also informed the stove was tested/listed with an 8" liner. I chose to install the 8" liner, to be consistent with the listing.
Last year I had a little bit of a learning curve operating a catalyst fireplace but I thought I had a good hang of it. Last night I noticed the catalyst is coming apart, and I will need a new one. The other problem is that when the stove is turned down all the way, there are still a LOT of flames present.
In hind sight, I have always been disappointed with more than likely short burn times, and a difficulty in being able to choke it down. I believe I may need to try to place a reducer at the top to slow down the airflow. Similar to these:
http://www.lindemannchimneysupply.c...es/reducers/m-flex-304-reducer-increaser.html
https://www.rockfordchimneysupply.com/free-flow-chimney-liner-increaser-reducer.php
https://www.rockfordchimneysupply.com/standard-reducer-increaser.php
Any idea if these would help my issue?
My setup is a Kuma Sequoia with an 8" flexible liner going up approx. 26'. Chimney overall height slightly exceeds 30'.
When I was planning the install, someone wisely stated that it may be recommended to go with a 7" liner. I did contact Kuma at that time and consulted with them about the concern. The concern was validated, but I was also informed the stove was tested/listed with an 8" liner. I chose to install the 8" liner, to be consistent with the listing.
Last year I had a little bit of a learning curve operating a catalyst fireplace but I thought I had a good hang of it. Last night I noticed the catalyst is coming apart, and I will need a new one. The other problem is that when the stove is turned down all the way, there are still a LOT of flames present.
In hind sight, I have always been disappointed with more than likely short burn times, and a difficulty in being able to choke it down. I believe I may need to try to place a reducer at the top to slow down the airflow. Similar to these:
http://www.lindemannchimneysupply.c...es/reducers/m-flex-304-reducer-increaser.html
https://www.rockfordchimneysupply.com/free-flow-chimney-liner-increaser-reducer.php
https://www.rockfordchimneysupply.com/standard-reducer-increaser.php
Any idea if these would help my issue?
