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A GUIDE TO BURNING COAL IN YOUR STOVE
closed position - but leave the ash pit damper at least
partially open to prevent the fire from going out. Adjust
the stove pipe damper to reduce the draft on the fire.
With anthracite there will be short blue flames above the
coal, except when the fire is started or a new charge is
added. If, however, there is no flame then the fire needs
more air from the bottom (unless it is near the end of its
burn cycle and needs to be recharged).
Only when the coal is burned down to half its original
depth it is time to add fresh coal. When doing so, open the
stove pipe damper and turn the thermostat damper to
high, which will allow the fire to burn off any accumulated
gases. Open the feed door, and with a small rake, hoe, or
hooked poker pull the glowing coals to the front of the
firebox. Try not to disturb the fire too much. Next, add
a fresh charge to the back being careful not to seal off
the top. Close the feed door, but leave the spin damper
(or thermostat) open for a few minutes until the volatile
gases have burned off. It is not necessary to shake down
the ashes each time you refuel the stove. Experience will
be your best teacher.
BANKING THE FIRE
For extended operation, such as overnight, the fire will
need to be banked. To do so heap coal up along the sides
and back of the firebox so that the fire gradually burns it
over a longer period of time. The intensity of the fire will
also be reduced without letting it go out. Follow the same
procedure as for refueling. If possible, avoid shaking, as a
heavier layer of ash will help reduce the intensity of the
fire during this time. After loading, let the fire establish
itself for about 30 minutes. Then close your damper and
automatic control to the point where the house does not
become too cold. It is important that you begin banking
early enough before retiring or leaving that you can make
necessary adjustments after the fire is well established.
To revive a coal fire that is almost out,
(1) open the ash door and stove pipe damper and close the
spin damper under the door to get a good draft through
the grate.
(2) place a thin layer of dry coal over the entire top of
the fire.
DO NOT POKE OR SHAKE THE FIRE AT THIS
TIME!
(3) after the fresh coal has become well ignited shake the
grate (just a little), refuel.
DO NOT
burn coke, charcoal, high volatile bituminous
coal, sub bituminous, lignite or cannel coal (sometimes
called channel coal or candle coal).
NEVER
burn wax or chemically impregnated sawdust
logs - their intended use is for fireplaces only.
NEVER
fill the stove above the firebrick or cast iron liner.
For Parts Assistance Call: 800-750-2723 Ext 5051 or Email: parts@usstove.com
The information in this owner’s manual is specific to your unit. When ordering replacement parts the information
in this manual will help to ensure the correct items are ordered. Before contacting customer service write down the
model number and the serial number of this unit. That information can be found on the certification label attached
to the back of the unit. Other information that may be needed would be the part number and part description of the
item(s) in question. Part numbers and descriptions can be found in the “Repair Parts” section of this manual. Once
this information has been gathered you can contact customer service by phone 1-800-750-2723 Ext 5051 or Email
parts@usstove.com.
Model Information
Model Number
Serial Number
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