Some stoves dont work well in high altitudes. How well does this product work at high altitudes 10,000+?
1302932
I took mine up last summer and didn't have any problems, I want to say my camp was was just over 10,000. I had a propane stove as well, this year I am replacing my propane with this one, it's just so light weight and small, and nothing lacking in performance.
1302933
Don't have anything planned that high until the summer so can't be of service at this time..
91542
gas stoves are set to sea level every 2000 ft will effect air density I would look into it more goggle it
1777700
yes they work at higher elevations as well--i have two- 1 for each hand i wont go anywhere that's cold without them -- my very first one that i still have came back with my uncle from Korea in mid fifties--GI ISSUE ---A NOTE--if you need to shut the thing off instead of letting it run out of fuel just simply take the grill top off and CAUTIOUSLY remove the burner with a glove or something so you don't burn your fingers lay it somewhere to burn out and then replace back together hope this was helpful and enjoy
2181479
I haven't flown with it personally... But we live at high altitudes and during the Pikes Peak Marathon, I have it at start at just over 6,000 feet and go up beyond 14,000 feet without problems and difficulty of the product being used. Really does work, BTW.
1756535
I have used it with high heat on an electric range with on problems so far yes. I returned a cuisinart pot of similar cost that warped on the bottom after one use for this pot.
713367
I can turn the gas burner on my stove to high with no problem.The manufacture recommends it on medium high.I use the kettle every day.
2107795
I have this unit and had the same concern when I read other reviews. For my camping uses, 7000 BTUs is more than sufficient for boiling water and all other cooking purposes at lower altitudes. It would probably not be adequate at altitudes above 1mi. Lower temperature conserves fuel and is less likely to cause accidental burns. Unit cools quickly after use for storage. I'm glad I bought this one.
1729169
You will need to install a smaller gas jet into the burner. Contact Rheem for the size of the jet for that altitude.
1255445
It worked on my electric stove but I'm in Florida. Can't answer the high altitude question.
252596
Unsure of the highest. I live at 7000' and have not had any problems. My understanding is the previous altitude issues with plasmas has all but been eliminated.
903764
My review was based on its peformance in Florida, ten feet above sea level. How much lower altitude are you thinking of?? It does not perform well in any altitude!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1092911
To be completely honest with you I purchased it for my mom for Christmas last year, she loves it and uses it all the time. I believe she has used it on high heat and she uses a gas stove. Hope that helps.
298638
Mike,I am in a unique position to answer your question at least from my own experience. I am at Columbine Cabins in Colorado and at 8700 feet elevation. I have not used it since I got here but needed that question answered for myself so I got it out and hooked it up. It works fine. As always it takes some time for the propane to go through the hose, more than the 30 seconds indicated in the instructions, but once ignited it turns on and stays on. This is a great heater I presently own one and will be purchasing another. Good luck Mike and have a great day.Jim
607636
No it's not normal. You might have a canister with a defective O ring. I use MSR or Snow Peak canisters with mine (Snow Peak is Asian manufactured like the stove's we're using). Although these canisters and fittings are standardized there is some variation allowed and not all canisters fit as good as others. I had a similar issue to the one you are experiencing using the Primus canisters with Jet Boil stoves. So compatibility is not guaranteed. Here's a quick article on the subject, check out paragraph 2. http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/canister_stove_faq#.Uf_r_Srn9dg
2250077
I have used it a few times and the gas flow valve seems very responsive so I would imagine that if I wanted to simmer something for awhile, it would work OK on very low. I have another stove that is awful at trying to get it to a low set and know how frustrating this can be having to relight it several times because it goes from a medium flame to out with no warning. you would need a reasonable wind break to use low if there is any breeze.
298641
Mike, I am in a unique position to answer your question at least from my own experience. I am at Columbine Cabins in Colorado and at 8700 feet elevation. I have not used it since I got here but needed that question answered for myself so I got it out and hooked it up. It works fine. As always it takes some time for the propane to go through the hose, more than the 30 seconds indicated in the instructions, but once ignited it turns on and stays on. This is a great heater I presently own one and will be purchasing another. Good luck Mike and have a great day. Jim
1917325
I am not sure how the performance changes with altitude, I reside at 3200 ft and have no issues at all. I would suggest visiting the March website and determine that.