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so my stove has a hard time igniting. I usually use a torch to light the pellets, I need to get some gel or something. In the mean time can I light a piece of paper, stick in there and light these pellets you think?
so my stove has a hard time igniting. I usually use a torch to light the pellets, I need to get some gel or something. In the mean time can I light a piece of paper, stick in there and light these pellets you think?
I've used pvc sewer glue in a pinch, but the fume build up is extreme. Hand sanitizer works? I can steal that from work by the gallon, and my appliance will be germ free1
Meh, it's alright. I store all my high dollar power tools there and they use them whenever instead of renting. At this rate and that price they owe me a 50gal drum. Someone needs to design a stove that runs on hand gel or pretzels. I have an abundance of both.
And I am a very hapy employee!! Which may or may not have to do w/the fact that I'm in charge of almost everything. All I could say when I finally get hired was "suckers" :-D
Another option is charcoal lighter fluid, the odorless type. People put some pellets in a small container and add some fluid. In the morning, or night, whatever the case may be they are ready to go. I have not tried the sanitizer but I think I will give it a try.
My pellet burner broke down so I'll have to try that later. It lights a wood fire w/dry wood just fine. I just tried it last night. Didn't seem as hot as the gel, but it may be my imagination.