I have a 16 year old Vermont Castings gas log stove and I can't get the pilot to stay lit. I can get the piezo to fire and the flame to catch. But if I let go of that gas knob, no matter how long I hold it down, the flame will go out. I replaced the thermocouple in case that was it, but it didn't help. I have also adjusted the screw that is supposed to adjust the size of the pilot flame, but it doesn't seem to make any difference. I can tell that the flame is too small. It does not reach all the way to the thermopile or the thermocouple. I have tried to blow out the pilot hood with compressed air and have tried to get a small wire down there (but it's really hard to get in there) just in case there is any blockage. So far, no luck.
Every year this thing has been a bear to get lit but this year I can't get it going at all.
Any other recommendations, or is it time to call in a pro? Thanks for your help
Every year this thing has been a bear to get lit but this year I can't get it going at all.
Any other recommendations, or is it time to call in a pro? Thanks for your help