The 2-Burner Infrared unit I recently received is WONDERFUL. However, am wondering if there is some way to estimate the LP usage so that I can schedule a timely cylinder re-fill. Any HELP would be appreciated ! ! ! The 2-Burner Infrared unit I recently received is WONDERFUL. However, am wondering if there is some way to estimate the LP usage so that I can schedule a timely cylinder re-fill. Any HELP would be... » Read More The 2-Burner Infrared unit I recently received is WONDERFUL. However, am wondering if there is some way to estimate the LP usage so that I can schedule a timely cylinder re-fill. Any HELP would be appreciated ! ! ! « Show Less
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I've heard the gauges are unreliable so haven't bothered with them and I was always worried about running out in the middle of a cooking session. I was doing the tank exchange because I thought it was easier, just last week I opted to have it filled at the local gas station. Not only was it 30% cheaper but it was much faster and easier than exchanging it. If you exchange it, and are like me, you will likely wait until it runs completely out before replacing it, if you have it filled you only pay for what you put in it so you can take it in before you run out without wasting any. If you do it like that you never have to worry about running out in the middle of something. I've heard the gauges are unreliable so haven't bothered with them and I was always worried about running out in the middle of a cooking session. I was doing the tank exchange because I thought it was easier, just last week I opted to have it filled at the local gas station. Not only was it 30% cheaper but it was much faster and easier than exchanging it. If you exchange it, and are like me, you will likely wait until it runs completely out before replacing it, if you have it filled you only pay for what you put in it so you can take it in before you run out without wasting any. If you do... » Read More I've heard the gauges are unreliable so haven't bothered with them and I was always worried about running out in the middle of a cooking session. I was doing the tank exchange because I thought it was easier, just last week I opted to have it filled at the local gas station. Not only was it 30% cheaper but it was much faster and easier than exchanging it. If you exchange it, and are like me, you will likely wait until it runs completely out before replacing it, if you have it filled you only pay for what you put in it so you can take it in before you run out without wasting any. If you do it like that you never have to worry about running out in the middle of something. « Show Less
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Do not know any way to estimate usage -- best suggestion would be to keep a backup cylinder at hand, or buy a gauge for your tank.
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There are a variety of gauges available for LP tanks (as well as tanks with gauges included) which indicate the amount of gas remaining.
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Hi - The best way is by weight (heft the tank) - unfortunately, no pressure gauge will give meaningful info. Perhaps you might consider using a fiberglass cylinder and then you can see the liquid propane remaining in the tank. Try this link to one of these Amazon's products: http://www.amazon.com/Ragasco-Clear-View-Composite-Propane/dp/B005DGG1SG/ref=sr_1_1?s=lawn-garden&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1382541713&sr;=1-1&keywords;=fiberglass+propane+tank or simply search at Amazon.com for "fiberglass propane tank" and read about them and perhaps select one to purchase. Sincerely, Bill York
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Joe, My old unit had a red knob as well. The one I received has a black one. I don't mind the black knob but I have been unable to get the burner to ignite thus far. But, I haven't had ample time to ensure the gas supply is sufficient. By the way, this heater is installed in a 1985 Holiday Rambler "Monitor" Class C motorhome. The original unit was marvelous. We had more hot water than we needed however, the water tank was made of steel and it rusted out. That is why I bought the new unit.
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Thanks for your response. I was having trouble picking up the temp from the base. I think the batteries were low (duh.. pretty obvious..). I put in new batteries on both units, repeated the sequence a couple of times and... voilà! I think I've got the hang of it now. A handy little device.
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Sounds like it could be. I've used mine twice now - no problem with either burner. Rather than try to troubleshoot it, you may be better off calling Amazon/manufacturer. Good Luck.
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Jason, I've had a hard time getting it up to the desired smoking temp when it's cool & windy or just cool. I think one of the problems is that they only recommending using 12 or so starter coals. Yesterday I increased this number to 20 or so and that seemed to work better. I'll keep fooling with it and could see using up to half the coals in the chimney starter. And I've found that I need to have the top holes open more than the 5/16 they recommend. I'd say open them all the way up and then throttle them down. I also think it makes a big difference and significantly slows down the process if the meat isn't close to room temp to start. But I'll tell you, the more I use the device the more comfortable I feel with it. I'm having a retirement get together this coming Sat so started preparing for that this weekend. Using a rib rack I smoked 6 full racks of ribs on Sat and 6 more on Sun. I'd never have dreamed that 6 racks of ribs would fit on the Weber but they did. I baby sat the Sat batch pretty closely but once the Sunday batch was up to speed I only looked at about once/hour to stir the coals, add water & wood. We ate one last evening and it was good but will put the rest in the oven for 2 or 3 hours to get them more tender before serving. I hope that this (long) answer is of some help and encouragement. Dave McCartney, Marion, OH dkmcpa@yahoo.com
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Good afternoon: and thank you so much for your question. Once desired results are achieved: twice weekly useage would help maintain the results. Please let us know if you any more questions. Much regards;
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I can't help. Sorry. I thought it was a piece of junk. Burned all my toor dal. I bought an expensive good one and love it.
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I bought a remanufactured unit, which was less then the new unit. 349.00 new and 279.00 remfg. I don't know where you found the new unit for 249.00? I have to tell you that I am very pleased with the one I bought. Have not used my regular stove oven since. The convection feature is great. Pizza is the best. Pies are wonderful Cookies are even better. VERY PLEASED.
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I too just got back from a camping trip and everything worked like a charm. Both burners operated without any missteps. All I can surmise is perhaps a connection may have jiggled loose during shipping. Try opening up the top and looking at the connections under the burner plate. I would further check the burners in an opposite direction...try lighting the burner that did not light first and see what happens. I'm glad mine worked ok while I was out camping, because it is truly a heavy duty piece of camping equipment that will last for years.
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When I purchased my unit there were both LPG & natural gas units available. I initially ordered the LPG model and very soon saw that it would require constant trips to buy refills and they would cost a ton more than using natural gas, which I use to heat my home so I returned it for the unit shown. I know that the LPG model could not be converted to natural gas. I have no knowledge either way of conversion from natural gas to LPG for this unit. I am sure that Kozy World customer service could tell you what options are available.
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I just read the book that came with it. All it states is "This double burner range is manufactured with one low wattage burner and one higher wattage burner. The lower wattage burner will not glow bright red like the other burner. Please note that this is not a malfunction.
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I have LP but I think the difference is in the regulator and the size of the jets. I would imagine the burners are the same. You can call Weber, they are very helpful. Their website also walks you through to the proper part number.
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I've been using mine for a little over a year now. However, I seldom use the right burner, which is for warming or simmering. But, I use the main burner all the time. I haven't had an issue at all since my purchase.
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If you read my review, you know that I have two of them now. The old one I fixed...well I make it work. The new one works just fine.I use pots much larger than the diameter of the burner but also use a chef's pan and a three quart sauce pan. When using much larger pots, then entire burner heats its 'footprint' on the bottom of the pot. Usually, when a burner is not doing this, the burner itself has gone bad.So, technically I said yes to your question. However, a very large pot should not be used on this device. A very large pot holds too much water and ingredients and the weight alone will eventually cause damage to this device. I wish you the best.HJ If you read my review, you know that I have two of them now. The old one I fixed...well I make it work. The new one works just fine.I use pots much larger than the diameter of the burner but also use a chef's pan and a three quart sauce pan. When using much larger pots, then entire burner heats its 'footprint' on the bottom of the pot. Usually, when a burner is not doing this, the burner itself has gone bad.So, technically I said yes to your question. However, a very large pot should not be used on this device. A very large pot holds too much water and ingredients... » Read More If you read my review, you know that I have two of them now. The old one I fixed...well I make it work. The new one works just fine.I use pots much larger than the diameter of the burner but also use a chef's pan and a three quart sauce pan. When using much larger pots, then entire burner heats its 'footprint' on the bottom of the pot. Usually, when a burner is not doing this, the burner itself has gone bad.So, technically I said yes to your question. However, a very large pot should not be used on this device. A very large pot holds too much water and ingredients and the weight alone will eventually cause damage to this device. I wish you the best.HJ « Show Less
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I. have the same condition. This winter it was running 24 h for days at a time. Checked to see if 'dead spot' was leaking propane using bbq lighter. No leak detected. Mine is 2 yrs old with very heavy usage this winter so I can't tell if this is normal wear.In any case it seemed to provide same amt. of heat as when new and cylinders lasted about same time.
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I have a two burner Coleman white gas, never used it on one burner. I think it would depend on the btu output of the burner, you may find it cooked a little slow on one burner. However, I found that I never had to have 2 burners at full, or even 2/3 power to bake. With this long winded answer I will finally say buy it, should work fine you will find a level that will heat just right. Sticky buns with coffee in the morning makes it worth every cent.
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The one I have is a single unit. It works ok for warming for a short time, but it's made for cooking. I've heard that on the double unit, the larger burner works well for cooking but the small one is better for warming. It doesn't get hot very fast and it doesn't get as hot as the large burner.