I bought a C 30 mkll in September 2020 and i had trouble lighting the
stove the first time. Discovered my operator error of not pushing the
control knob in while trying to lite burner. Then discovered that you had
to hold it in for about 5 to 10 seconds after the burner ignited to get it
to stay
You should be able to hear the solenoid click when power is applied. If
not, either it has failed, is stuck, or the connections need cleaning up.
In my case, I once had it stick closed due to an accumulation of a waxy goo
which became quite viscous when cold. I assume this was due to moisture and
Well, I’m glad Rick left a few dangling participles below, B/C I don’t seem to
be getting all the emails like the one from Joe, even in spam folders on the
Gmail Server.
Having said that, this got me excited enough to get one of these SOLAS
Parachute flares, only to be told you have to pick
Speaking of stoves, gas and regulators ….
Persistence uses CNG rather than propane
I just received my stove/oven, fuel canister and hose/regulators/solenoid back
from my gas guy. Replaced all lines, the solenoid and both regulators. The
first cut regulator that takes gas from 3500psi to 90
Check the solenoid connection, as well. On my boat, the PO used tape to
connect the Solenoid wires to the switch. Of course, the connection had
come undone. The solenoid was corroded, and still didn't work with a proper
connection, so I still had to replace it.
A mini me would come in handy when
What Dave said is essentially correct.
1. Make sure the tank has gas in it. Shake it, and if you feel liquid
sloshing around, you have fuel.
2. Check the solenoid. Have someone flip the switch inside while you're
at the solenoid. It should make a distinct clip and get warm.
3. Check the
….And weigh the tank to confirm it contains propane. There will be a tare
(empty container) weight stamped on the outside. While you’re at it check the
certification date on the tank.
The solenoid will get warm when it operates and will draw around 1a - if you
have an ammeter you can see
