Is this a baffle in Hutch Rebel?

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farscape105

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Dec 16, 2023
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Iowa
Hi, I have a Hutch Rebel and just wondering if this is a stove baffle in pic. What is the purpose and function of it? Thanks

[Hearth.com] Is this a baffle in Hutch Rebel?
 
That is a long neglected and burned out baffle plate. The plate should be solid without the hole. It needs to be replaced. The baffle diverts and slows down the flames for more thorough combustion, meaning more heat and a longer lasting fire.