Top Section Pilot Check; Top Section Pilot Replacement; Pilot Adjustment Valve Replacement - Vulcan-Hart MG12 Service Manual

8. Replace thermostat mounting block. Place pipe joint compound on the threaded end of the new
thermostat mounting block to be installed onto the range.
9. Install the new thermostat by reversing Steps 1 through 7 above.
Do not kink the new capillary line when installing new thermostat. Using a soap and water solution,
test the thermostat for gas leak after installing.

TOP SECTION PILOT CHECK

If all other systems have been checked and pilot will not stay lit, cleaning or replacement of pilot may
be necessary.

TOP SECTION PILOT REPLACEMENT

7
Tools Required: ⁄
16
1. Disconnect range from main gas supply and allow range to cool.
2. Remove pilot from pilot tube.
3. Check pilot for blockage.
4. If blockage is found, clean pilot tip and replace or intall new pilot tip.
5. If blockage is not found but pilot appears to be malfunctioning, check pilot tube and pilot adjustment
valve for obstructions.

PILOT ADJUSTMENT VALVE REPLACEMENT

7
Tools Required: ⁄
16
1. Disconnect range from main gas supply and allow to cool.
2. Disconnect pilot tubing (Fig. 21).
" open end wrench.
" open end wrench, pipe wrench or a 6" adjustable wrench.
Fig. 21
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