I just started up my Eko 40 3 days ago. Its got 500 Gal. storage. I'm dealing with wood thats definitely not great and I'll be stuck with it for at least a few days. So here's the question: If the wood just aint good enough is it better to leave it to smolder with the heat-exchanger bypass closed even though it wont gassify, or just leave it open and let the thing burn like a regular wood stove?
I've been messing with it for too many hours now. Its had a good coal bed for hours but that just isnt enough. I poke it, stir it, fill it, talk nicley. Current temp is 165. Chimney is double wall stainless. Blower aperture is set to about 1/4 inch. Though I've tried up to 3/4.
Your help is appreciated.
I've been messing with it for too many hours now. Its had a good coal bed for hours but that just isnt enough. I poke it, stir it, fill it, talk nicley. Current temp is 165. Chimney is double wall stainless. Blower aperture is set to about 1/4 inch. Though I've tried up to 3/4.
Your help is appreciated.