I just installed a model 1800 wood/coal furnace. I burned it last night and man does it pump out the heat. My question is should I have a damper installed in the flue pipe to kinda choke the stove down some. The previous owner did not use one in the 5 years he had it. It does have a baffle rod and plate to redirect flue gases up over the bricks. My 1500 didn't have this so I had a damper in the pipe. I am burning wood only no coal.
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brenndatomu
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IMO, yes. I think all those older designs should have 'em. I also (personally) would have a permanently mounted manometer to set the draft with. BTW, I have some available over in the for sale section if you are interested. Setting a manual damper without a meter is kinda like driving without a speedometer...
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brenndatomu
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