Date: Tue, 22 Nov 1994 06:02:18 -0700
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From: mtooley@indirect.com (Matt Tooley)
Subject: Re: Westy 3-Way Fridge Questions
At 07:05 AM 11/21/94 CST, David Carment wrote:
>I would not jump to the conclusion that you need to remove the fridge in
>order to get a flame. As most will testify on the list, getting a blue
>flame requires technique and will involve a great deal of initial
>frustration. Here is what some have suggested:
>
>Get the propane flowing by lighting both burners...
>
>Pump at least 20 -25 times AND hold the pump in while turning the piezo...
>
>You need to repeat the procedure at least 3-6 times if the system has not
>started up in awhile....
>
> You will hear a definite whuuump when the flame lights...
>
>You will know it is lit if a) there is a blue flame in the sight glass;
>and b) the red LED glows for longer than 30 seconds....
>
>
>The propane dial must be fully open below and on the cabinet...
>
>Cold temps may make it more difficult ot start...
>
>We were about to give up and remove the fridge, but persevered with the
>above..
>
>Others will also have helpful hints....
>DC
Thanks...
I definetly did not give it 25-30 pumps. I will give a try again with your
suggestions.
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