Stove replacement September 09, 2020, 05:03:54 pm Hi, I am visiring West Seattle from Texas for next month or so. The front burner is loose and leaking propane. I want to go ahead and replace/upgrade the range altogether. I'm looking for recommendations for rv services for this area. It would be perfect if I could find someone to perform the service at my location. Thanks!
Re: Stove replacement Reply #1 – September 09, 2020, 08:15:50 pm I’m not aware of any independent services in the Seattle area, just the various dealers. I’ve used Infinity a few times in Sumner which may be a bit farther than you want to go. They’ve been responsive and reasonable when I’ve dealt with them. Infinity Coach1710 Fryar Ave, Sumner, WA 98390infinitycoach.com(253) 891-0879
Re: Stove replacement Reply #2 – September 09, 2020, 10:47:41 pm That would work. I will give them a call. Thanks very much!!
Re: Stove replacement Reply #3 – September 10, 2020, 10:11:30 am Not sure why you want to upgrade as opposed to fixing, but if to get improved performance or features, you might want to take dimensions and research the model you want before shopping for a shop, which might have a very limited available selection.Steve 2 Likes
Re: Stove replacement Reply #4 – September 10, 2020, 10:52:12 am Andy Baird, in one of his Lazy Daze, upgraded the stove. You should be able to view it on his blog.
Re: Stove replacement Reply #5 – September 10, 2020, 11:42:07 am Improved performance and features both. I saw Andy's upgrade a while back and that got me thinking. I figure a good shop can do this. I live in Texas so might wait til I'm back and in the meantime just not use front burner.
Re: Stove replacement Reply #6 – September 10, 2020, 12:45:49 pm "The front burner is loose and leaking propane."Can you be more explicit in what or how this burner is deficient? "Loose" doesn't tell us much! If there was more info perhaps someone could come up with a fix.
Re: Stove replacement Reply #7 – September 10, 2020, 12:57:46 pm The stove burner is easily accessible by pushing in slightly and pivoting up the stovetop. The burner is fastened down with one screw, and when removed, it simply slips over the valve jet. Leaking gas could result from a spider entering the tube through the air ports, so you might find a blockage to pull out. Else, the valve could be defective and leaking.Steve
Re: Stove replacement Reply #8 – September 10, 2020, 01:28:24 pm Ty very much for your suggestions. The black material that covers burner where it fits into valve is cracked. I believe that that is source of leak when burner is turned on. I can order a replacement burner, but I would much rather upgrade range to one with features such as ignition lighting oven for one. I ran the idea by my SIL of some heat tape around the connection in the meantime but he didn't like the idea. He is an electrical engr.
Re: Stove replacement Reply #9 – September 10, 2020, 01:34:59 pm Quote from: MReeves - September 10, 2020, 01:28:24 pmTy very much for your suggestions. The black material that covers burner where it fits into valve is cracked. I believe that that is source of leak when burner is turned on. I can order a replacement burner, but I would much rather upgrade range to one with features such as ignition lighting oven for one. I ran the idea by my SIL of some heat tape around the connection in the meantime but he didn't like the idea. He is an electrical engr. With such a new unit, you may be able to get a warranty replacement. 2 Likes
Re: Stove replacement Reply #10 – September 10, 2020, 03:17:08 pm If the leak is only when you have the valve turned on, then I think you can safely wait until you are back in Texas for either repair or replacement. If, OTOH, it leaks propane when the valve is off, you are risking the loss of your RV at best, and death at worst, if you delay.As to using some kind of tape as a temporary fix, don't. Assuming the leak happens only when the valve is on, I would turn off the valve, then pull off the dial so it cannot be accidentally turned on. Leaking propane is dangerous. I say it again, DANGEROUS. Do not screw around with do-it-yourself fixes.Ken F in WY 1 Likes
Re: Stove replacement Reply #11 – September 10, 2020, 03:28:24 pm Agree with Ken’s counsel. JMO, but I would not use the stove *at all* until it could be properly repaired or replaced by a “gas” professional. Propane is an extremely volatile substance, and leaks can be deadly.
Re: Stove replacement Reply #12 – September 10, 2020, 03:36:31 pm "Happily" it only leaks when valve is on. I like your suggestion to pull off dial. I am gonna take this thing out though when I figure out a range better suited to me. I had good conversation with Infinity Coach here in WA as to replacement range. And spoke with Todd. He said to send him photos. 1 Likes
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