Big Buddy Mr. Heater won't start. Help.

[R. Miller]

I'm sure this has been brough up before but just looking for a little help. I've got the Big Buddy heater, had it for maybe 4 years now. Tried firing it up yesterday with no luck. On the 3rd or 4th try I'd get the pilot to light but nothing from the ignitor. There wasn't that propane starting "sound." Talked to customer service guy today and he said there was probably just a blockage and to take the screen off and clean it with a qtip and rubbing alcohol. Did that and now I can't even get the pilot to start, seems even worse. I've only used the small propane canisters, never used a hose, etc.

Any help, info, advice appreciated.

[Coldwater Crappie Guy]

If you go on YouTube and search for big buddy heater problems, there are great videos on there that should help you.

[R. Miller]

Cool. Didn't think to check YouTube. I'll give them a view. Thanks.

[jb426]

I use an air compressor and blow out all the lines. Then I use the q-tip with alcohol. Seems to work.