Starting a forge coke fire.

You can start your coke fire the same way as coal, but increase the amount of kindling.  Since the coke has no volatiles left in it to carry the combustion it takes more heat to  ignite the coke.  Also you will  need a constant air flow or your fire will go out.  As a matter of fact, that is how to put out a coke fire….just stop giving it air.  Do not apply water, as you may cause a steam explosion and may crack your fire pot.

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