Post by: jackelope on January 07, 2014, 12:06:23 PM
I got 1 for Christmas. It won't stay lit in my garage. I knew they were kinda sensitive to wind but there's no wind in my garage. It will burn for a while, then it just goes out. I can fire it back up and it will go for a shorter time, then quits again. Plenty of propane, no wind, nothing that I can find. I've used it twice since Christmas in my garage and both times it craps out on me.
I should have done my homework on this before putting it on my Christmas list. I thought they were the bee's knees though
:dunno:
Post by: turkeyfeather on January 07, 2014, 12:09:28 PM
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Post by: brocka on January 07, 2014, 12:15:09 PM
Post by: elkaholic123 on January 07, 2014, 12:16:08 PM
Post by: scout/sniper on January 07, 2014, 12:17:03 PM
I took apart the orifice and cleaned it out with a wire and compressed air.
It never happened again.
They will also go out if you tip them too far (it's a bit of a problem in a boat)
Post by: jackelope on January 07, 2014, 12:21:19 PM
2-It lights up easy....no issues there.
3/4-Multiple little green cans. None made a difference.
5-I will probably take it apart and clean but the thing is brand new... I don't know why it would be dirty unless it's assembly debris or something.
I've been on hold with the company's customer service phone for 25:00+minutes as I type this. I think I'm giving up.
Post by: stevemiller on January 07, 2014, 12:23:25 PM
Post by: scout/sniper on January 07, 2014, 12:23:27 PM
The sensor in the pilot tube orifice is dirty and making it shut off.
Clean it and you should be fine.
Post by: stevemiller on January 07, 2014, 12:25:18 PM
1-They have a low oxygen sensor but I'm using it in a 2 car garage with a garage door that could use some adjusting. In other words it's got some gaps and I highly doubt there is actually a low oxygen condition.I see what you meen,brand new,problems take it back for sure.
2-It lights up easy....no issues there.
3/4-Multiple little green cans. None made a difference.
5-I will probably take it apart and clean but the thing is brand new... I don't know why it would be dirty unless it's assembly debris or something.
I've been on hold with the company's customer service phone for 25:00+minutes as I type this. I think I'm giving up.
Post by: jackmaster on January 07, 2014, 12:29:17 PM
I had this problem in the one in my duck boat.:yeah: i had mine using propane to fast so it would start to freeze up and it would spit and sputter, i cleaned a couple of the points and orifices and all was well :dunno:
I took apart the orifice and cleaned it out with a wire and compressed air.
It never happened again.
They will also go out if you tip them too far (it's a bit of a problem in a boat)
Post by: scout/sniper on January 07, 2014, 12:32:47 PM
I had this problem in the one in my duck boat.:yeah: i had mine using propane to fast so it would start to freeze up and it would spit and sputter, i cleaned a couple of the points and orifices and all was well :dunno:
I took apart the orifice and cleaned it out with a wire and compressed air.
It never happened again.
They will also go out if you tip them too far (it's a bit of a problem in a boat)
His probably got dust on the sensor at the factory and needs cleaned.
Mine sits in the rain and snow and takes a beating, a little cleaning every season and it works great! :tup:
Post by: Buckmark on January 07, 2014, 12:34:55 PM
They do work great but can get debris/spiders in the orifice tube and that can cause them to act just like described.
I have one and use it in an18ft travel trailer, works great, your garage would never get to the point that the low oxygen shut off would kick it off.
Post by: Broken Arrow on January 07, 2014, 12:37:02 PM
Post by: scout/sniper on January 07, 2014, 12:37:13 PM
Since it is so new i would return it and get another.
:yeah:
Post by: Alchase on January 07, 2014, 12:40:52 PM
If it is a few years old, spiders and other crawlies or debris, can get into the supply tubes.
The first one I had did this, I took it apart and cleaned it as Sniper/Scout describes, and it ran for awhile just fine. The time I spent on it, when it happened again, I just bought a new one. This one has been going strong for years. Both of mine also ran better with a big a large bottle with hose attachment then with the small green bottles.
Not sure why?
It seems every year when I get to deer camp (the only time I use it) I have to re-learn how to start the dang thing, LOL
One of those "if you follow the directions correctly" it starts right up moments :chuckle:
Post by: jackelope on January 07, 2014, 12:42:27 PM
My buddy went through 3 models ( had to return) before he got one that's lights out...with out the same issues.
This is why I hesitate taking it back. Now that I'm looking online I find that it's a common issue. I'd rather take it apart and clean something than run back and forth to the store 20 miles round trip each time till I get a good copy that works well.
Post by: stevemiller on January 07, 2014, 01:02:05 PM
Post by: huntnphool on January 07, 2014, 01:03:30 PM
Post by: jackelope on January 07, 2014, 01:18:37 PM
I was just taking a closer look at the model you have,Its differant looking than mine.Mine is open where the bottle attaches to the unit.I wonder if this is causing issues with this model?Same size just a liitle differant on the outside.mine is red also.Dont know if there are other differances or not.any one else have the red one with open side and have any of the op problems?
Mine's got a door that covers the attached propane bottle and another compartment to store an extra bottle. The piezo ignitor button is also enclosed behind a door. It's a little bigger than the Mr. Buddy heater which I assume is the one you have.
Post by: stevemiller on January 07, 2014, 01:34:11 PM
Post by: huntnnw on January 08, 2014, 10:10:48 PM
Post by: washelkhunter on January 08, 2014, 10:34:10 PM
Post by: scout/sniper on January 09, 2014, 06:38:05 AM
mine does the same thing..its now a paper weight in the garage :chuckle: useless and cannot not trust it to heat a tent...wall tent and a real wood stove now :chuckle:
Send it to me.
Post by: h2ofowlr on January 09, 2014, 07:25:58 AM
Post by: ghosthunter on January 09, 2014, 07:47:48 AM
Remember if you decide to use a regular propane tank for it,you have to have a filter on it or you will have another problem.
Read instruction carefully.
Good luck.
Post by: scout/sniper on January 09, 2014, 08:00:28 AM
Post by: Alchase on January 09, 2014, 12:57:48 PM
My tent will get seriously way to warm for me if I let it burn all night.
Post by: Bean Counter on January 31, 2017, 12:59:44 AM
Post by: Jason on January 31, 2017, 04:03:32 AM
I have the same model as Jackelope, the hunting buddy. I have never had a problem with it, works great on both green and bulk tanks. It sure can gobble up the contents of a green bottle quickly when it's on high.
Post by: ballpark on January 31, 2017, 07:17:36 AM
Post by: rosscrazyelk on January 31, 2017, 07:50:40 AM
As far as robs suggestion of the tool to fill your old green tanks is great. That's all I do with mine. I can never fully get the green container full however so I just bring more containers.
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on January 31, 2017, 08:06:01 AM
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Post by: luvmystang67 on January 31, 2017, 08:31:04 AM
Somewhat interestingly, I had a problem with the same large tank when used with a bbq, but it seems to be working now for some reason. Who knows, could be the tank I guess...
Post by: jackelope on January 31, 2017, 08:59:38 AM
Resurrecting this thread from the dead. I hope that's cool. I just learned about these heaters and I'm wondering if Jackelope ever got a resolution. We're still tent camping so I don't have the options that a floorless wall tent offers given heat, fuel source, and tipping-over concerns.
I didn't do anything to it at all and it has worked flawlessly for a whole bunch of hours and a whole bunch of propane bottles worth of burn time. Maybe there was a piece of debris stuck somewhere or something that passed through? Dunno...I'm confident saying it fixed itself though. Used it recently in temps in the 20's without issue.
Post by: baldopepper on January 31, 2017, 09:18:31 AM
Post by: ryan8888 on January 31, 2017, 09:25:17 AM
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Post by: Fl0und3rz on January 31, 2017, 09:29:41 AM
The other gotcha, aside from the clogged lines, is the bulk tank leak prevention safety valve going off if you open the tank valve too quickly.
Post by: Bean Counter on January 31, 2017, 12:04:57 PM
Resurrecting this thread from the dead. I hope that's cool. I just learned about these heaters and I'm wondering if Jackelope ever got a resolution. We're still tent camping so I don't have the options that a floorless wall tent offers given heat, fuel source, and tipping-over concerns.
I didn't do anything to it at all and it has worked flawlessly for a whole bunch of hours and a whole bunch of propane bottles worth of burn time. Maybe there was a piece of debris stuck somewhere or something that passed through? Dunno...I'm confident saying it fixed itself though. Used it recently in temps in the 20's without issue.
thanks
One YT vid I watched said not to run it all night. Is this because of carbon monoxide poisoning or something? I'd imagine this might not be as much of an issue if sleeping in a real tent given the ventillation or can you still die of CO poisoning inside a regular ole nylon tent? :dunno:
Post by: grundy53 on January 31, 2017, 12:16:02 PM
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Post by: shadowless_nite on January 31, 2017, 03:04:49 PM
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Post by: steeleywhopper on January 31, 2017, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: T-Dozzer on February 01, 2017, 04:03:57 PM
Mine is a different version though.
There are some forum specific sites for these heaters.
Post by: ballpark on February 02, 2017, 09:01:30 AM
I bought a big buddy heater from a member on this site and the damn thing won't stay lit for longer than 5 minutes. Any chance someone can post the fix?Not saying it will work for you but this is what I did with your same problem, didn't cost a dime but your time - Good luck!
I had the same problem, would start then go out in a couple minutes, with a full bottle. Saw a video on You Tube - Remove cover/handles disconnect tubing from gas valve to pilot and blow it out, including the valve (push down on valve like you do when you start) . Mine, just like the video, had some oil about the consistency of honey that was blocking or disrupting the flow of gas. Works like a champ now. :tup:
Post by: rtspring on February 02, 2017, 09:22:53 AM
Post by: shadowless_nite on February 02, 2017, 10:55:21 AM
https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Heater-Pilot-Assembly-Portable/dp/B008DBRB8W
There really isn't much more to a buddy heater after you replace that part.
Post by: deerhunter_98520 on February 03, 2017, 04:25:05 PM
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Post by: deerhunter_98520 on February 04, 2017, 03:53:17 PM
I have several of these heaters that I use with large tanks and trees with hoses. I added the filter to all of them and that has really helped them be more dependable. Also they must be level and no wind, high elevation above 6000 feet they are even more sensitive.
I used mine at 6500' last season and if I bumped it then it would turn off and I had to re-light it but if left alone I never had an issue. I was worried about the elevation and brought my wood stove but never needed it
Post by: Bean Counter on February 04, 2017, 08:14:16 PM
I have several of these heaters that I use with large tanks and trees with hoses. I added the filter to all of them and that has really helped them be more dependable. Also they must be level and no wind, high elevation above 6000 feet they are even more sensitive.
Poop. We camp at 8-9,000 feet in the White Mountains of Arizona. :(