About to build first fire of the year.

[twocycle]

I had 6" insulated stainless liner installed the day after Thanksgiving 2014. I have a Buck Stove insert, non cat. I had the pipe "brushed" the day after Thanksgiving this year. I burn only seasoned wood, and I burn hot fires. I even bought the magnetic flush mount thermometer and the "pistol" IT to make sure I'm doing it right. I might have gotten a double handful of "crumbs" out of my pipe last Friday, which I think is good. I used a lot of good info from this site. However, I am still a little gun-shy on chimney fires & a runaway fire. One time last year, on a load of very small, dry splits, it got to 700 degrees, and I did get a little spooked. I keep telling myself, as far as chimney fires go, that if the pipe is clean, that means there is nothing up there to catch on fire. I guess I am looking for a little re-assurement that I'm doing it right, before my first fire tonight.

 

[jb6l6gc]

Keep an eye and get comfortable with your setup. Takes time you'll get used to it. Just don't get complacent.

 

[jatoxico]

It's smart to be cautious with fire especially when its in your house. 700 is fine so don't sweat it . If, IYO you can't control the fire (wants to run away) then its a cause for concern.

 

[oska]

How do you know how hot it is?

Where do you put your thermometer? Does it go right next to the output, or on the top of the 6'' tube?

 

[twocycle]

How do you know how hot it is?

Where do you put your thermometer? Does it go right next to the output, or on the top of the 6'' tube?

I have the surface mount magnetic thermometer on the front of the stove, directly above the door. I scan the entire face of the stove with the IT & the hottest reading is what I go by, wherever it is.