HW Heater Won't Stay Lit with the Door Closed - Good Old RVs2024-03-28T11:16:58Zhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/forum/topics/hw-heater-won-t-stay-lit-with-the-door-closed?commentId=2093474%3AComment%3A252491&feed=yes&xn_auth=noDoes your unit have a pilot a…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-06-07:2093474:Comment:2586622015-06-07T17:31:43.427ZJames and Yvonne Hoakhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/Jameshoak
<p>Does your unit have a pilot adjust on the gas valve if it does adjust the pilot flames little higher mine did that I ended up replacing it I couldnt adjust the flame</p>
<p>Does your unit have a pilot adjust on the gas valve if it does adjust the pilot flames little higher mine did that I ended up replacing it I couldnt adjust the flame</p> That's pretty much the way it…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-06:2093474:Comment:2525882015-04-06T21:25:57.141ZJim Stoltzhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/JimStoltz
<p>That's pretty much the way it is - the sounds are exactly as you described. It went back to its old ways last night - wouldn't stay lit. It seems ambient temp has something to do with it. </p>
<p>That's pretty much the way it is - the sounds are exactly as you described. It went back to its old ways last night - wouldn't stay lit. It seems ambient temp has something to do with it. </p> I know of 2 venting mods for…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-06:2093474:Comment:2528612015-04-06T20:30:01.842Zdavid crafthttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/davidcraft
<p>I know of 2 venting mods for old WHs but none for the atwood 6 that I see in the pictures. you could try modifying the lower hinges outward some to allow more air in. that burner flame should be blue with and outer and inner cone. adjust air to where shes noisy then close to where she just quiets to a slight roar...if there is such a thing</p>
<p>I know of 2 venting mods for old WHs but none for the atwood 6 that I see in the pictures. you could try modifying the lower hinges outward some to allow more air in. that burner flame should be blue with and outer and inner cone. adjust air to where shes noisy then close to where she just quiets to a slight roar...if there is such a thing</p> Your probably right on the ai…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-06:2093474:Comment:2526372015-04-06T01:57:12.173ZRich Thomashttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/RichThomas
<p>Your probably right on the air in the line. My furnace decided to quit working over the winter. it worked great in November. <em>t's way,way down on my to do list though.I have about 30 yards of concrete to get poured before I can put money into the heater.</em></p>
<p>Your probably right on the air in the line. My furnace decided to quit working over the winter. it worked great in November. <em>t's way,way down on my to do list though.I have about 30 yards of concrete to get poured before I can put money into the heater.</em></p> Mine had been sitting for abo…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-05:2093474:Comment:2524102015-04-05T11:12:48.646ZJim Stoltzhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/JimStoltz
<p>Mine had been sitting for about 6 years before I got it in late 2013. Inside the door is very rusty, but not rust-through-type rusty. Just covered in it, if you know what I mean. I did have it apart last year but I really don't recall why. I replaced the thermostat with an adjustable one at that time, too. It only works intermittently so the manufacturer sent me another that I've yet to install. I had to replace the relief valve, too, because it wouldn't seal up anymore after the first time…</p>
<p>Mine had been sitting for about 6 years before I got it in late 2013. Inside the door is very rusty, but not rust-through-type rusty. Just covered in it, if you know what I mean. I did have it apart last year but I really don't recall why. I replaced the thermostat with an adjustable one at that time, too. It only works intermittently so the manufacturer sent me another that I've yet to install. I had to replace the relief valve, too, because it wouldn't seal up anymore after the first time it overheated.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Anyhow, I fired it up again last night with the city water hooked up instead (when I posted I was was just using the fresh water tank). I know city vs. tank has nothing to do with it, but the stupid thing worked flawlessly. Stayed lit and shut off when it should. The adjustable thermostat appears to be working when I adjust it, but even on its lowest setting the water is uncomfortably hot, but I guess when you have a small tank you have to keep it pretty hot in order to make it last longer.</p>
<p></p>
<p>Maybe there was air in the propane lines or something else related? I replaced the regulator just before I posted, too, but the stove and furnaces seemed to be working okay. It took a while for the fridge to want to stay lit, though. Hmmm....</p> Ill bet mine's in the same co…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-05:2093474:Comment:2524912015-04-05T04:12:25.140ZRich Thomashttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/RichThomas
<p>Ill bet mine's in the same condition. 37 years old and I haven't tried it out yet. Just something I haven't had the need for yet but, I'll probably start on mine soon. I'm wanting to hit a few races this year and plan on camping at the track at least two of them.</p>
<p>Ill bet mine's in the same condition. 37 years old and I haven't tried it out yet. Just something I haven't had the need for yet but, I'll probably start on mine soon. I'm wanting to hit a few races this year and plan on camping at the track at least two of them.</p> Actually I haven't really mes…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-04:2093474:Comment:2521962015-04-04T17:37:03.706ZJim Stoltzhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/JimStoltz
<p>Actually I haven't really messed with it at all. I'll check those things out. I was going to try to open up the air holes some more but the adjustment screw has corroded and become one with the tube.</p>
<p>Actually I haven't really messed with it at all. I'll check those things out. I was going to try to open up the air holes some more but the adjustment screw has corroded and become one with the tube.</p> You've probably done this but…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2015-04-04:2093474:Comment:2521862015-04-04T15:11:28.335ZRich Thomashttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/RichThomas
<p>You've probably done this but make sure all the burner holes and pilot orifice's are clean if it has a therm-o-couple make sure its clean and adjusted. </p>
<p>You've probably done this but make sure all the burner holes and pilot orifice's are clean if it has a therm-o-couple make sure its clean and adjusted. </p>