Veterans...
When I'm loading the big logs into the Jotul Castine, is it ever okay to just open the ash pan door for a few seconds to get the fire going good? Is it so bad? Can it really damage the integrity of the stove? I've done it a few times, for no more than like 4 seconds and to clean the ash pan. I know the manual says you should never do it (because it can cause an overfire), but I monitor it very closely.
Isn't it similar to running EUR style?
Let me hear your thoughts, please.
When I'm loading the big logs into the Jotul Castine, is it ever okay to just open the ash pan door for a few seconds to get the fire going good? Is it so bad? Can it really damage the integrity of the stove? I've done it a few times, for no more than like 4 seconds and to clean the ash pan. I know the manual says you should never do it (because it can cause an overfire), but I monitor it very closely.
Isn't it similar to running EUR style?
Let me hear your thoughts, please.