Water heater scorched, flame out, re-ignites
(Camper is a 2014 Lance, second owner, out of warranty.) The Atwood water heater is giving me concerns. It "sounds" like it has too much flame and not enough oxygen. Like the gas is turned up too h...
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Okay, I vacuumed out the tubes. And removed the bent tube and adjustable sleeve to expose the brass orifice.
No real obstructions noted. There was a small bit of insect webbing near the brass orifice which I cleaned off.
Wiped everything clean with a micro-fiber cloth and reassembled.
Tested, and it seems to work properly now - the flame sounds like its burning steady without any flicker and it did not flame out.
Maybe I should try it with some water in it now. ;)
Thanks for all your help!
No real obstructions noted. There was a small bit of insect webbing near the brass orifice which I cleaned off.
Wiped everything clean with a micro-fiber cloth and reassembled.
Tested, and it seems to work properly now - the flame sounds like its burning steady without any flicker and it did not flame out.
Maybe I should try it with some water in it now. ;)
Thanks for all your help!
