Heater Problems...

[WallyGator12000]

I just purchased a sunflower heater of hsolist that works with the 1 lb propane canisters. It worked great when I started it up initially, but after about 1 hour in the fish house, it died on me. Then as I attempted to restart it, I would be able to get it lit by holding the pilot button down, but the minute I let the button off it would die. The metal would be red hot, and I would hold the button on for quite some time, but the minute I let it off it would die. The propane canister was new and full, so I don't know what the problem was. Does anyone have any ideas? I figured maybe it was a problem with the canister, at least I am hoping, because the sunflower was just right for my fishtrap guide. I eventually was able to get it started again by tiping it upside down, but it would die within a few minutes. Thanks for the help!

[Dave]

If it has a thermocouple on it, try bending it slightly towards the heating element.

[Surface Tension]

Like Dave said bend the tang the thermocouple is mounted to closer to the burner. If that doesn't clear up the problem you'll need a new thermocouple. Most big chain sporting goods stores should have them.

[WallyGator12000]

Hey thanks for the help guys, that really seems to of done the trick! Gosh I love this site, great info, fast responses...I don't know where I would be without it! I know I would be a worse angler for sure!