After a few uses, the 1/2 and 1/4 tubing keep slipping out when flaring. Anybody know why?
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clamping jaws often get dirty, or "smoothed" by copper shavings, clean with wire brush, or check pipe for oily residue.
446443
Just hard to keep a grip. I use a wrench to tighten down the locking nut a bit more and it holds just fine.
956821
I have to assume that you are working on wire racks with levelers on the end of the tubing that adjust by screwing them in and out if this is the case or if you have tubing with just screw inserts in them what you have to do is remove the inner screw insert this is how I do it take a solid metal rod one that fits into the tubing and is loos enough to slide up and down inside once the rod is inside let it gravity fall to the end and the insert should pop out if it is stubborn then use it like a slide hammer and the insert will pop out usually with little effort then the wheel shaft with the O-ring on it will slide up into it and with a little shove it should lock into place. To remove the wheels do the same thing as removing the inserts. A piece of 1/2 rebar works too just make sure the ends are not sticking out a quick touch with a grinding wheel or just a regular file will take the burs off the end of the rebar so it slides through the tubing with little to no difficulty.
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Try adjusting you weights. and make sure you are not storing the hoses in one piece which causes curves in the hose and it has a tendency to follow the curve in the hose. What worked for me was to adjust the weight periodically.
1492135
No, sounds like something isn't in tight. I've never had a problem with any of mine leaking. Give the company a call
1580395
Additionally, to all of the other suggestions, try taking about 10 medium size hex nuts and put them inside the tube shaking it around the entire burner loop and back to the opening. Make sure if you put 10 in you get 10 out.
2044762
Maybe, these things happen though with this tubing but a little more scary with an arrow in it for sure. Try to wipe off the end with a little alcohol and also put a drop down the end of the tube then rub a q-tip or twisted piece of tissue with the idea being that it will help remove any oils from ones fingers that might cause slippage. The without touching the area you cleaned push the tubing back on. If it is hard put a drop of water (yes, a little spit is just fine. Lol) on the tang to help slide on. If this is going to work it seems you would know right away but perhaps wait 30 minutes or so for the moisture to lessen. Having had quite a few wrist rockets this is an annoying think that happens at times. I figured it would be the case and got a couple heavy duty replacements. These are beefier than the one included. I also think climate play a part in the life of the bands and storage in a plastic bag for something might be best. I think of how a rubber band gets over time. Mine works well and no problem with the band's yet although I have been tempted to swap them out. If going on a trip or walk in the woods an extra band would seem important. Only problem I had was the wisher biscuit started coming out so I used gorilla glue to secure it. I hope this helps you.
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I had this problem. I sent it back to BernzMatic. They showed me how the heat was forced back down the feed pipe and had cooked the insulation off the wire. If you use it without causing back pressure it will last a long time. If you take the brass end off the feed pipe you can see the end of the wire. You will see that there is no spark. BernzoMatic replaced it for free even though it was out of warranty. The directions state that the torch needs to be taken off the bottle when not in use. They said this is another common problem that causes the torch to not light even with another ignition source. There are no replacement parts nor safe way to fix it. I had this problem. I sent it back to BernzMatic. They showed me how the heat was forced back down the feed pipe and had cooked the insulation off the wire. If you use it without causing back pressure it will last a long time. If you take the brass end off the feed pipe you can see the end of the wire. You will see that there is no spark. BernzoMatic replaced it for free even though it was out of warranty. The directions state that the torch needs to be taken off the bottle when not in use. They said this is another common problem that causes the torch to not light even with another... » Read More I had this problem. I sent it back to BernzMatic. They showed me how the heat was forced back down the feed pipe and had cooked the insulation off the wire. If you use it without causing back pressure it will last a long time. If you take the brass end off the feed pipe you can see the end of the wire. You will see that there is no spark. BernzoMatic replaced it for free even though it was out of warranty. The directions state that the torch needs to be taken off the bottle when not in use. They said this is another common problem that causes the torch to not light even with another ignition source. There are no replacement parts nor safe way to fix it. « Show Less
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My heater did this and I found that a tiny hole in the pilot flame tube was blocked by dust. I removed the lower panel (tricky without more disassembly) and used a brush and a cotton swab moistened with alcohol to clean the small opening. When I had access I also cleaned the thermocouple that touches the pilot flame. Had to do this twice. The heater has been ok for over a week now. I read about this on a blog about the heater.
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Properly tightened with quality gasket should work. Check the mating surface of the valve for smoothness (where it tightens against the gasket). I have used 2 of these valves, and they are flawless. One of the suggestions was thoughtful but incorrect in application (please no offense to Cory. It is great that everyone tries to help). Teflon tape is only to be used on pipe or tapered threads and can only temporarily stop a leak in other applications (if you like, get back to me anytime for details).
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I move the tube insertion shorter or back until it stopped. It was more of a vacuum problem I think.
1517733
Check for obstruction where tubing comes from floor. Just small piece of plastic can cause this problem
816227
The sleeve clamp that holds the tubing to the keg coupler is crimped to tight. Need to cut it off and redo it with a regular tubing clamp.
832633
Check to be sure you have all your hoses going in and out of the right places on the filter, that nothing is reversed. Have you verified that your primer bulb works? They sometimes go bad, especially the Walmart cheapos. Do you have your bulb before or after the filter? I have mine after. Even still, the bulbs are a pain to firm up sometimes. I've sometimes gotten my bulb to firm by just running the boat. The fuel system can create a suction and get the fuel moving.
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I bwlieve it is due to not having tightened it enough, tho I also believe there is a flaw in design which could help with this. It is VERY frustrating and after the 10th slip and catch, I am ready to send it back.....but when it is going well....what a beauty and so much safer than an elec chain saw or gas one.....
1098432
Maybe the hose is too long? Mine will curl up in a circle sometimes when I put hose up wrapped up but if I stretch it out straight it seems to help.
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I extend the legs first and tighten nuts...this gives the stand some downward weight. Then loosen the turn knob at end of center post and the inner tube should advance freely. Sounds like there may be a dent or crimp in the tubing or a metal burr that's catching. I'd return for an exchange.
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I have tried three different brands, really frustrated. I wound up just feeding in those tubs and getting new ones for water. sorry not to be of more help. I siliconed around plugs, tried plumbers tape too but neither held