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I am having a tough time lighting this guy. After a few tries,...
By Ten10
Ranked #443 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
February 24, 2010
I am having a tough time lighting this guy.
After a few tries, we got the fuel lit, then after about 30 seconds it all went out. We also didn't get anything close to a soccer ball size flame - the thing barely lit. Any ideas about what I am doing wrong?
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By Vince
Ranked #145 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
June 1, 2011
I have the same issue... the fuel squirts into the rim when priming, not into the cup as it should. That said, I let the fuel burn most of the way, then open the valve again. The fuel is still liquid, but burning a little extra eventually vaporizes the line.
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By knanier
Ranked #3 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
February 24, 2010
Is it new? If so, make sure there is enough pressure and the initial amount of fuel in the bottom priming cup burns long enough to heat the fuel line and vaporize the liquid fuel. If its not, then trying taking it apart and cleaning everything; msrgear.com has some great illustrated instructions. Its also possible some items need to be replaced, like the o-ring or jet.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- stainless steel
- Dimensions:
- 3 x 3.5 x 4.5 in
- Fuel Type:
- white gas
- Burn Time:
- 20 oz of fuel 122 min
- Boil Time:
- 3 min
- Simmer:
- yes
- Auto Ignition:
- no
- Windscreen:
- no
- Heat Reflector:
- no
- Parts Kit:
- no
- Cleaning Tool:
- yes, shaker jet technology
- Hard Case:
- no
- Weight:
- 8.5 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, camping, cooking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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