01-12-2022, 07:21 PM
(01-12-2022, 07:26 AM)RobertH Wrote: After installing a new propane heater at Monkey Ranch, the pilot's not staying lit.
Somtimes it works ...
Could it be an altitude problem? As it's brand new, maybe oxygen sensor adjustment?
This is out of my depth - it was purchased from Murdoch's last week and is Mr Heater brand "Blue Flame".
A commercial service generally won't touch owner-installed units - but if you know of one that does, let me know.
The attached .mov file shows the problem, - you might need to download it to view it.
303 442 1805, or reply here.
Robert, it's most likely the oxygen sensor shut-off as your heater is rated for a 4500 ft. maximum altitude. See mrheater.com. Even though the unit is new you might try cleaning the pilot tube with a Q-tip and alcohol. It cleared the pilot issue on my smaller Buddy heater which is rated for up to 7500 ft. I've been able to use it at ~9000 ft. But if you're in the Bar-K, 8600 ft. is probably too high for the Blue Flame unit to perform.
Wall furnaces are available that use thermopile ignition at 750 millivolts which work without 120V electric service. That may be the safest option as a back up to a 120V furnace.