dispatcher101 said:
I still think that stove is awesome looking
And apparently works pretty well too.
Thanks, Pat. Yeah, I guess it does work well!! It, must be because the folks in Belgium have been heating with wood before we even colonized. Especially considering I paid $80, for it. I saw on CL last night one was going for$800, up in Maine
The only downer for me is the small firebox only fits up to 17" logs. At just over a cubic foot I got up to a small coal bed 6 hors after the last feeding. It also has a small top loading door, which is better for loading coal into the removable hopper. My father in law has the Surdiac 715, with the large top loading door and bigger fire box that fits up to 19.5" logs. He gets 8-12 hours between reloads. They also made the Le Marquis, which could get up to 14 hours between loads and fit 24" logs!
Here's some info on the 513:
High Combustion Efficiency:
The Surdiac 513 stove is one of the most efficient stoves available today. Its high efficiency is achieved by thoroughly utilizing the maximum amount of heat generated by the stove. Hot flue gases are directed into a large heat exchanger rather than going directly up the chimney. The stove achieves efficiency ratings of over 87%!
Porcelainized Heat Exchanger:
Located on the back of the stove, this heat exchanger provides 1,175 square inches of surface area, which is larger than any other comparable stove on the market today. Optimum heat exchange is achieved by extending the flue gas path to exit the stove through the heat exchanger, thereby transferring additional heat to the room. The porcelain finish retards rust and increases the life of this heat exchanger.
Glass Door:
Of the total amount of heat generated by this stove up to 3% is radiated directly into the room through the large glass door. The door also allows you to enjoy the beauty of viewing your glowing fire, as well as allowing you to monitor the condition of the fire at a glance.
Here's the down low on the 715:
Surdiac Wood / Coal Stove, model 715
Large Hopper Feed Door:
The 715 have a large hopper feed door for easier loading of coal. Just raise the cabinet top and the feed door, then pour your coal into a large opening. With their large coal capacity, this stove is capable of 24 hour burn time.
Traditional Door Styling:
The large glass door allows an attractive view of the coal burning below the hopper. The arched window panes represent traditional AMerican styling. These large glass panels also allow more heat to radiate into your room.
Decorator Color:
The Surdiac 715 come in a blend of light and dark grey which will complement any home's decor. Today's stove must not only be an efficient heat, but must also be good looking. this stove will be a welcome piece of fine furniture in your home.
Wood / Coal Combination:
This highly efficient stove from Surdiac converts easily from a coal burner into a wood stove. Just lift out the coal hopper, replace the two guide plates, and you are now ready to burn wood up to 19 1/2" long. Both wood and coal are easily loaded through the large top feed door.
Info from:
http://www.woodmanspartsplus.com/68/catalogs/Wood-and-Coal-Stoves-Manufacturers-Cross-Reference.html
