I figured out that I am burning about 12 to 15 lbs of coal each day. After a week and a half I had a half tub of ash.
Seems pretty efficient. With my EFM running all summer my dehumidifier hardly turns on.
Planning a coal delivery soon.
summertime usage
- StokerDon
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That's good news Ben. Running it during the Summer will keep it nice, dry and rust free.
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Some DO like it hot ! LOL
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I just did the math
Used ten 50# bags from 6/12/2017 to 8/7/2017 = 8 weeks
8 x 7 days = 56
500 / 56 = 8.92 lbs per day.
I think last year I was down to about 7 lbs a day. Better luck next year.
Used ten 50# bags from 6/12/2017 to 8/7/2017 = 8 weeks
8 x 7 days = 56
500 / 56 = 8.92 lbs per day.
I think last year I was down to about 7 lbs a day. Better luck next year.