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Re: Apex stove
On Fri, 29 Mar 1996, Matt Holmes wrote:
> I just received my new Peak 1 Apex stove, but I always get 3 foot-high
> yellow flames when I first start it. I've already singed the hair off my
> forehead, and I've been fooling with it for a couple of days. I know Alisa
> is asking about the apex also, so does anyone own the stove that can
> provide some helpful hints? Also, should I carry the maintenance kit while
> hiking? Including an extra generator? How much fuel should I carry?
>
> Matt Holmes
> 'Strider'
> holmess@ufrsd.k12.nj.us
>
That sometimes happens, especially if you have the fuel bottle too
full. I would suggest lowering the level of the fuel (2/3 full) and try
again. Open the valve on the bottle only 1 turn(I sometimes play with
this, but typically the 1 turn will due) and keep the adjuster at
about medium. When the stove starts, pump about 10-20 more times(in the
directions that came with it). The flame should settle at this point(the
generator is up to temp),so cook on. I have had my Apex for 3.5 years
and have never had to do maintenance(maybe I'm lucky). It doesn't hurt
to carry a mainteance kit with you(it doesn't weigh much) on trail. As
far as fuel goes, a 2/3 full bottle will simmer for about 4-5 hours. So
plan accordingly. On a weekend trip, I may carry an extra fuel bottle but that's my preference. I would rather be safe than sorry.
I would hate to miss my morning cup of coffee, due to no fuel.
Hope this helps.
Dave
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G'ville Hash House Harriers http://www.afn.org/~gh3/
University of Florida Canoe and Raft Club http://www.afn.org/~canraft/
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