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November 18, 2008

Can't ignite boiler pilot light

The boiler was working earlier this season, then seemed to die. Unfortunately, it's a completely different boiler than the one featured in the video. Based on the instructions, it's an automatic pilot, so there's little to do other than turn elec ON, then turn gas dial from OFF to ON, but it doesn't seem that there's electicity or gas being turned on. I'm not sure if I should call the electrician or plumber.

If anyone else has a Weil Mclain eg 55 p1 and knows the trick to turning it back on, please help. Thanks.

Posted in Forum by Tulips at 8:58 PM | Comments (5)
Categories: Heating

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I heard that place would have taken A LOT to save even 2 years ago. At the very least, stray cats had taken it over and the house was saturated in their piss (same thing that happened to the mansion in Grey Gardens).

Posted by: Tulips at December 5, 2008 11:00 AM in response to Another One Bites the Dust?

I recently used a plumber in the neighborhood -- Rozza (718) 349-2288‎. I found them online because I was in a pinch and didn't have time for referrals.

They charge $150 + parts.

They sent two great guys who basically showed me where the on/off switch was in the hallway. It was embarrassing to say the least, but instead of laughing and taking off, they did a full service on the machine. Very nice. Glad to know they are there in an emergency.

Posted by: Tulips at December 3, 2008 4:09 PM in response to Question about heater

I appreciate your help-posts. Unfortunately, at this point I need someone to come over, after normal work hours....and hopefully not cost me an arm and a leg.

Thanks again.

Posted by: Tulips at November 19, 2008 7:36 AM in response to Can't ignite boiler pilot light

call Ian at 917 497 1724, $20/hr.

Posted by: Tulips at August 5, 2008 11:54 AM in response to Wall painter recommendation and its cost !

It's a great garden, but are neighbors looking down on our gardens any better if they aren't hipsters?

Posted by: Tulips at July 17, 2008 12:06 PM in response to Garden of the Day: Whispy in Williamsburg