![]() ![]() If you're not sure how the heater is assembled, take digital pictures of the process so you can easily retrace your steps. I stumbled upon a copy that was posted online, but couldn't find it again. Directions for the job are included in the repair manual (~$30). Here are a few tips for anyone considering this job. Now, I can rebuild the old burner pot at my convenience and have it ready when I need it in 3 years or so (I vow to do maintenance as necessary, this time). The reason I spent the extra money this time was that it was the middle of the heating season and I didn't have the time to clean the old burner pot and wait for the cement for the burner cloth to dry (~24 hours). I plan to rebuild the original burner pot by cleaning it and installing new burner cloth, so I'll only have to buy a new burner ring next time ($75), saving me $125. Although it took me ~2 hours, the next time it will take considerably less, as I know exactly what's involved. It was a much easier job than I anticipated. I ended up rebuilding it with a complete new burner pot and flame ring ($200 for the parts). In online/email conversations with Monitor techs, I was told that I needed to replace the burner ring and burner cloth. I knew it wasn't running efficiently and $3/gal kerosene provided the incentive I needed to service it. The unit was WAY overdue for basic burner service and I had been putting up with these problems for a couple of seasons. The flame was yellow and flashed frequently. The flame sensor kept shorting on the burner ring, shutting down the heater. So altogether it's a two stars.My Monitor 422 was 6 or 7 years old (with no maintenance) and had the following problems: So bottom line: for small items like this seller should consider at least a minimum cushion/protection. I tested the igniter and found it still works, means the filament is still attached to the leg but obviously the added tension on the filament from the bent leg must be affecting it's longevity. ![]() I found the igniter still in the bag but with one leg that holds the filament in place actually bent inward possibly from pressure from something else probably put on top of my package. Mine one came in a large plastic bag the item simply thrown in with no padding, no protection and the first impression was like 'someone sent me an empty plastic bag!' However, the bag had two quarter inch holes in it to allow air escape and "LUCKILY" my expensive little thing did not fall out of one of the holes on the way which was very likely to happen. And hence it should've been packaged better to avoid damage in shipping. Good product but the price for this seems too high for this little thing. ![]()
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