Stove Maintenance - MSR XGK EXPEDITION Manual Del Usuario

TURNING THE STOVE ON
1. When the preheating fuel has burned to a small flame, gradually open the Control Valve.
See Illustration 7. Opening the control valve gradually allows the Generator tube (S) to
heat effectively and vaporize all the fuel flowing to the jet.
IMPORTANT
If the stove goes out, firmly close the Control Valve and wait for the stove to cool.
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Repeat the preheating procedure. See "Preheating the Stove."
If the stove burns with an erratic yellow flame, firmly close the Control Valve and allow
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the stove to continue preheating until the preheating fuel has burned to a small flame.
Open the Control Valve gradually. See "Turning the Stove On."
If the stove flares intermittently with yellow and blue flames, turn the control valve down until
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the stove burns with a steady blue flame.
2. While the stove is in use, periodically pump the Plunger (G) three to five strokes to maintain fuel
bottle pressure.
Tips on Optimum Fuel Bottle Pressure
Higher fuel bottle pressure increases heat output and improves boil time.
Lower fuel bottle pressure reduces heat output and enhances simmering.
TURNING THE STOVE OFF, DISASSEMBLING, & TRANSPORTING
1. Close the Control Valve (A) firmly. The flame will continue to burn for approximately one to two min-
utes due to residual fuel inside the Fuel Line (Q). Wait for the stove to cool before disassembling.
2. After the flame is out and the stove is cool, unlock the Catch Arm (P) and remove the
Fuel Line (Q) from the Pump.
3. Remove the Panwires (L).
4. To depressurize the fuel bottle, hold the fuel bottle upright, away from your face and any sources
of heat, sparks or flame. Place your other hand securely over the top of the pump. Turn the pump
counterclockwise to relieve pressure.
5. To transport or store the fuel bottle, the pump may be left inside the fuel bottle. The pump can
also be removed and replaced with the fuel bottle cap.

STOVE MAINTENANCE

Deposits in the Jet and Fuel Line reduce fuel flow and impair stove performance. Minor deposits in
the Jet can usually be cleared with the Shaker Needle. More extensive deposits may require exten-
sive cleaning of the Jet or Fuel Line.
QUICKLY CLEARING THE JET
1. Close the Control Valve (A) firmly and allow stove to cool.
2. Shake the stove up and down. An audible "rattle" is proof that the Shaker Needle (N)
is functioning as designed.
3. Restart the stove. If performance does not improve, See EXTENSIVE CLEANING OF THE
JET AND FUEL LINE.
EXTENSIVE CLEANING OF THE JET AND FUEL LINE
1. Remove the Panwires (L) and Flame Spreader (M). See Illustration 12.
2. Unscrew the Jet (T) using the Jet & Cable Tool. A sturdy utensil may be used in the hole of the
Jet & Cable Tool for added leverage. See Illustration 8.
3. Remove the Shaker Needle (N).
4. Clear the Jet orifice with the Jet Cleaning Wire.
5. Pull the Cable (R) out of the Fuel Line using the Jet and Cable Tool. See Illustration 9.
Note: If the Cable cannot be removed, spray a common lubricant such as WD-40™ inside the
Fuel Line Elbow and let soak for approximately 15 minutes before removal. (Pump cup oil may
be used instead of a lubricant spray).
6. Reinsert the Cable. Using short strokes, push the cable back and forth inside the Fuel Line
approximately 20 times.
7. With the Cable, Jet, and Shaker Needle removed, insert the end of the Fuel Line into the pump
and fuel bottle.
8. Pressurize the fuel bottle with 10-15 plunger strokes.
9. Open Control Valve fully and flush 1-2 oz. (2-3 tablespoons) of fuel through the Fuel Line into
an appropriate container. Warning: When flushing the Fuel Line, keep away from heat, sparks,
and flame. Safely dispose of fuel when flushing is complete.
10. Reassemble stove. If stove performance is still impaired, repeat steps 5-9.