ktmrfs wrote:
FlyboyTR56 wrote:
ktmrfs wrote:
remove the propane orifice (jet) and make sure it is clean. It is so small that even a bit of dust or spider web will reduce flow and result in poor cooling. It may still have a blue flame, but just not big enough.
Thanks. I blew carb cleaner through it and then compressed air, both directions. The flame appears to be the same size as it had been when working properly. However, I am willing to pull it back out and clean it again.
look at the orifice with a magnifying glass. make sure the hole is clean.
But it looks like you have gone through the obvious things. One more thing to verify. Are you POSITIVE the OPD valve on the propane tank isn't tripped? Turn on a burner on the stove, make sure you have a full flame. If not, the tank opd valve may have been tripped when you turned on the propane. turn off the valve, take off the pigtail, reinstall and SLOWLY turn gas back on.
Good suggestions! This morning I thought about LP pressure. Turned on the three burners on the stove, then fired up the water heater...no change in flame on the stove. I then turned the thermostat up on the furnace and let it fire. Still no change in visible flames except for the instant the furnace valves opens.
I may have to pull the burner one more time and recheck the orifice. It is just SO hard to get to. Thanks again!
