And a further question -- in lpg mode, does the thermostat control the
flame size in a continuous fashion, or does it just cycle between two
sizes (High and Low)?

On Jul 16, 2008, at 9:55 AM, Michael Diehr wrote:

> Update :  removed the dometic again, and discovered no spark.   Turns
> out the spark wire had been wedged between the left size and the van
> and was partially cut when I replaced the fridge.   I insulated the
> wire, zip tied it so it wouldn't get stuck again, took the burner box
> apart, verified the nozzle had a smooth clear stream of water through
> it, cleaned and resealed the box & gaskets, got a propane tank to test
> with, and it lit right up on first spark :)
>
> Reinstalled it in the van, and it lit right up again. :)
>
> However, left it running over night, and in the AM the temperature was
> about 60 (on 120VAC the temperature overnight was 33).  Grr.  :(
>
> Taking a look at the flame, I see that it's blue, but with some red
> glowing part as well.   This suggests to me the flame is not adjusted
> properly.    I know in the past my regulator was out of adjustment --
> could this cause the flame to look that way or is this more likely a
> flame jet problem?
>
>
> On Jul 14, 2008, at 9:23 PM, Michael Diehr wrote:
>
>> Thanks for all the responses! :)
>>
>> So, I cleaned & refurbished my dometic, but was out of propane so
>> reinstalled it w/o checking the function on the bench.   It works
>> very
>> nicely on 120VAC.  However, I just got the propane tank filled and
>> now
>> can't get it to light at all - no visible flame or spark.  I tried
>> sucking on the drain tube with a hose, but can't smell any propane.
>>
>> Before I remove the unit again (ugh) is there anything stupidly easy
>> that I'm missing?   I'm pretty sure I hooked everything back up
>> properly and didn't have any parts left over (a good sign).   How
>> long
>> does it take to "bleed" the system of air after it's been taken
>> apart?  I've tried holding the gas button for about 5 minutes but no
>> luck.
>>
>> Any tips?