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Simmerlite priming tip...
By Tim Holt
Ranked #75 - Liquid Fuel Stoves
May 25, 2009
I have had this stove for about a year, and have found a pretty reliable way to light it. In my earlier review I shorted the rating because of the priming procedure. Tip-dont over pump. The directions from MSR suggest way too many pumps. Ive found that whatever size fuel canister Im using, pump half as many times to prime. Example, if your canister is 11oz. (11 oz. to fill line), pump only 5 times. Quarter turn on the valve until only a few drips come onto the priming cup. Close valve. Light, and when you hear the "hiss" from the pressurized fuel, open valve to desired level. This has worked for me consistently, and hopefully will for you as well.
View Details: MSR SimmerLite Stove
Helpful Votes: 7 Yes
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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