Why does my fire go out overnight during a long cook?
Keep the fire burning for 8–16 hour cooks.
Overview
Tunneling, ash choking, or wet lump can extinguish a low fire over time.
Prevent it
- Fill with medium/large lump and mix to avoid tunneling.
- Empty ash and align the firebox opening with the draft door.
- Use steady vent settings and avoid over‑adjusting after adding food.
If the issue continues
Consider a temperature controller and confirm your lump is fully dry.