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If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be kept
in a closed metal container until they are completely cooled. No other waste should be placed
in this container.
NEVER STORE ASHES INDOORS OR IN A NON-METALLIC CONTAINER
OR ON A WOODEN DECK.
CENDRES
ASHES
5.6
Air Intake Control
Once the firewood, firebox and chimney are hot, air intake can be reduced to achieve a steady
burn.
As the air intake is reduced, the burn rate
decreases. This has the effect of distributing
the thermal energy of the fuel over a longer
period of time. In addition, the flow rate of
exhaust through the insert and flue pipe slows
down, which increases the duration of the
energy transfer of the exhaust gases. As the
air intake is reduced, the flame slows down.
If
the
flames
diminish
disappearing, the air intake has been reduced
too early in the combustion cycle or the wood
used is too wet. If the wood is dry and the
air control is used properly, the flames should
decrease, but remain bright and stable.
5.7
Fire Types
Using the air intake control is not the only way to match the insert heat output to the desired
temperature in the house. A house will need far less heating in October than in January to
maintain a comfortable temperature. Filling the firebox full in fall weather will overheat the space.
Otherwise, the combustion rate will have to be reduced to a minimum and the fire will be smoky
and inefficient. Here are some suggestions for building fires suitable for different heating needs.
5.7.1
Flash Fire
To build a small fire that will produce a low heat output, use small pieces of firewood and load
them crisscross in the firebox. The pieces should only be 3" to 4" in diameter. After raking the
coals, lay two pieces parallel to each other diagonally in the firebox and lay two more across
them in the other direction. Open the air control fully and only reduce the air after the wood is
fully flaming.
This kind of fire is good for mild weather and should provide enough heat for up to four hours.
Small fires like this are a good time to use softer wood species and avoid overheating the house.
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