i read about the cigar burn, so i decided to try it out. i have loaded the stove 2-3 splits n/s and 2-3 splits e/w. which has worked well but there has been sometimes where i can not fit in the splits on top e/w so only 3-4 splits in the stove. now with all n/s i load as many splits as i can, and even split the split to make it fit. so rake all coals forward or as much as possible, need to buy welding glove. right hand has lost all the hair on it. so rake coals forward, load in the wood, leave door open a crack, shut door, go 3/4 open, 1/2 open. 30 minutes later. by that time i close the air all the way and just barely tap the lever back over so prolly 10% open and the stove cruises at 550-600 for about 3-4 hrs. ends burn first and burns front to back and the secondaries really like this set up. usually at the end of the 3-4 hours i open air back to 3/4 open and then the blue flames start for about another 1hr or so. then start all over again. can not remember who posted about the cigar burn, but thanks to all who have.
i can stretch another 1hr to 2hr out of a load of wood.
burn on.
i can stretch another 1hr to 2hr out of a load of wood.
burn on.