Blaze King Ashford 30 BackPuffing

My understanding is the data will help inform in many ways, not the least of which is future test methods. So much of what data exists is from less that reliable sources.
For example M28R places 80% of the weighted average emissions the low and medium low test results. Why? Because anecdotal data says people run their stoves on low and medium low 80% of the time. True or not can only be determined with good data.

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Agree 100%! Definitely install the double wall pipe regardless. Many years ago, I left the ash drawer open to kindle the fire after loading my stove full, and left the house for the day. Forgetting to close that drawer was nearly catastrophic. I cannot imagine the ensuing fire that took place. It shriveled the plastic electrical box in the wall behind the stove that the fan plugged into right tight around the receptacle. Burned shingles on the roof for about 3 feet around the stovepipe. What I found absolutely mind blowing, the black outer pipe of the double walled pipe did not even discolor, it literally looked brand new. I would have feared any single walled pipe that may be a couple years old, with some degradation, would have simply melted, hence, burning the house down. I believe this pipe saved my house. Stupid mistake on my part, but a mistake nonetheless.

 

Years ago, my wood stove had a metal flap the hung on a swivel over the doorway. When I had my Hearthstone Heritage you didn't dare try loading it from the front door if it was smoldering in any way. The smaller side door, no problem! So, on my BK, I made this flap out of sheet metal to reduce the door opening size when in place. I slide it in as I gently open the door, load up, and slide it out as I close the door. I never have any spillage. If I was taking these pictures without the sheet metal in place, I guarantee you, with the heavy air and light rain we have right now, smoke would be pouring out. For me, this has been a game changer. I can load anytime, without giving smoke spillage a second thought. Just buy a small piece of sheet metal from the hardware, a small bend, and done. Hardware may even have a piece of scrap, and probably bend it for you too if you don't have the tools. I have a video, but not sure if this link will work for you. I do use a small magnet (wrapped in tin foil for easy removal) to guarantee it doesn't fall off if bumped.