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Anatomy

Throat

The narrowed opening just above the firebox.

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What is Throat?

The funneled brick area immediately above the firebox where the damper sits and smoke begins its upward travel into the smoke chamber. Improperly sized throats cause smoking and draft issues; a smoke-guard kit is often the cheapest fix.

Related terms:DamperSmoke Chamber

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