we used this for a year and now it doesn't work. We changed out propane tanks. Any suggestions on how to get it to work again?
1398489
We have an adaptor for a big tank for ours...but never had any problems. All I could imagine is that the tank is not screwed in correctly....sorry prob not very helpful
1398490
You probably need to have the valve connected to the propane tank cleaned. I'm not sure how to do that.
1996016
I never have had to do this with ours. The only time ours failed to start was when the propane was almost empty.
29073
No, I haven't done that. The tank works great for camping as a stove and light propane source, with the relevant equipment. If the heater you mention is supposed to work with standard propane tanks, then sure, it should work on this one.
2177966
I sent it back, it didn't work well at all! I tried for several days to adjust the high and low temperature settings, but when then heater was on it wouldn't shut off and it would overshoot and when it was off, it wouldn't turn back on. I had it in a 10 gallon tank. UL....??
1930792
Try starting without the foam air cleaner filter. Replace the fuel (add stabilizer) and the little fuel filter in the tank. If that doesn't work change the plug. If all else fails save the auger bit and buy a new one...
1132674
There are two other things to check...first is the timer control assy. If this fails to work you will get no heating. And the next and last would be the heating element. Do you use this alot? How old is your unit? Feel free to send me more questions if you need further help as I'm an power plant engineer by trade.
1226555
Hello, the exact same happened to mine after about 1 year of use. I removed the unit, drained it and opened up the top. On mine, one of the connections from the thermostat to the heating element had broken. I repaired mine with some silver solder and a small butane torch. It's been working great ever since. That was approx 2 years ago. My advice is, it's not working anyway, so just tinker around with it. Just remember to put the heating element in water before you power it up or you may burn it up.
26202
I bought this generator in December. I didn't try using it until June. Put gas in it. It started but didn't generate any electricity. Going to call buffalo tools monday. May have bought a piece of junk.
1888225
I took the propane bits off before I even assembled the grill and connected it to my house's natural gas line. Works perfectly. They want you to buy a "conversion kit" which tells you to remove the bits and connect a hose (which you can get at home depot for a few bucks). YouTube it.
1678474
We tried everything with this heater. Even a new wick. It just doesn't work well and it is VERY smelly, as in the smell of kerosene.good luck
1210004
It worked great for a year and now won't make any mist. Someone said electrodes may be clogged with minerals from my water. True? Should I scrap or try to fix?
1961272
Same thing happened to us. It worked great up until then. You'll have to replace it I think, at least that is what we did.
97304
I would suggest checking your propane regulator for proper operation. Possibly test the LP gas pressure at the connection going to the water heater.
1418717
I just bought one on 11/11/13, and would like to also convert it to propane fire ring. Did you complete yours yet and how did it go? any tips ?Thanks. John
1142174
Suprised it was damaged!! Mine was packed like a very well! As for the temp? I had that problem yesterday. Smoked a pork roast. Fired up just fine and was running too hot 250! Had both burners on low and both dampers open all the way. So, I turned the valve back on the propane tank. Next think I know the temp is at 150 and when I turn it up the temp will not increase. I shut everything down. Opened the valve on the propane tank all the way and restarted it. Worked fine after that. The propane regulators are very cheap now days and seem to have some issues. I have only used it 3 times and here are some suggestions. Keep what you are smoking if it is a small amount at the same level as the temp gauge. Only use 1 burner at a time. Why? When the 1st one burns out of wood chips you start the other. Then you can change out the chips and it is not hot. Wrap the pans in tin foil! They stay nice and it is an easy clean up when you are done. I am also looking into getting a very thin fire proof seal for the door. It is metal against metal and leaks some smoke. May not be worth the cost but a thought. Also..Make sure you burn it off!! Do it slow and work the vents and the doors as it heats up! They will stick! Hope this helps! Going to do a big turkey this weekend?! Yikes!!!
1284220
I'm going to ask some questions that may insult your intelligence: 1.)Is the attache propane tank full? 2.)Is the propane tank valve fully open? 3.) Is the boost valve on the Hot Max fully open? If all true, you have a defective unit - send it back. Mine worked fine with a full tank, fully opened tank valve and a fully opened boost value.
60566
I apologize but I have to ask the obvious just to rule it out - did you refill the tank completely and did you use the same brand of butane? I had a lot of trouble with my torch when I switched butane brands without first draining my tank. If so, I recommend contacting Blazer through their website. They are quick to respond and very helpful.