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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #15 on: October 15, 2011, 04:33:07 AM »
scott7m what if i was to weld a rack in my 6048
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #16 on: October 15, 2011, 09:19:37 AM »
fireboss, would that void your warranty?
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #17 on: October 15, 2011, 01:17:23 PM »
 I think MCarter has a good point. Always check with the furnace manufacturer before making modifications. 
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #18 on: October 15, 2011, 03:43:10 PM »
good point
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #19 on: October 15, 2011, 06:52:09 PM »
Would a heavy gauge steel grate that is 'free floating' be an option? You could slide it in when you use coal to lift it off the bottom and allow the appropriate air flow.  You wouldnt need to weld it in permanently.  I really have no idea if this would work or not, I've never burned coal.  Good luck!

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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #20 on: October 16, 2011, 05:24:52 AM »
I want to try it! wood is not a problem  I just cant stop messing with my wb
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #21 on: October 16, 2011, 05:48:07 AM »
Coal also needs a good draft to burn well, I don't know how well it would do with a natural draft furnace designed to burn wood. If you try it let us know how it does.
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Re: OWB for primary use with coal
« Reply #22 on: October 16, 2011, 06:54:19 PM »
I  have a draft inducer ''fan'' on it . The guy i  work with just got a coal stove i will ask him for some coal to try it !
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