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Maybe Aviacom bought into the lithium battery market! I don't expect to see an Argus in my loft, but if I do, I'll put new batteries in because it's the mfgr's instruction, but I wonder what is behind the change. The response from TrojanHorse doesn't make me feel better about it because it addresses what I feel is a rigger issue, not an AAD issue. Perhaps there is more behind this than has been disclosed, perhaps not, but it's a big change to make over what seems to be a small issue. .02 Edit to remove the word "has" "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Hopefully the fish was allowed to continue his freefall. BSBD, Fish. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Shah, you are getting some fucked up advice. Seriously fucked up. If you have a total malfunction there is no reason to do anything other than pull the reserve handle. It's all about priorities, just like the Pull Priorities: Pull Pull at the right altitude Pull stable The advice you've been given is akin to telling a first jump student to get stable, no matter what, before pulling. But that's not the priority. The priority is to pull. That means your main or your reserve. After you pull the reserve handle you can deal with any nuisance occurances, difficulties, problems or malfunctions that happen, but you're going to have a hell of a lot more time to deal with them under a parachute than you are at terminal velocity. Get that fucked up EP out of your mind - wash it out with lots of practice and visualization of correct EPs. Read your SIM and talk about it with an Instructor. Blues. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Page from the revised Argus Installation Manual "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

There are no easy answers, Captain, and is usually best left up to local practices and training. One manufacturer recommends diconnecting the RSL on every jump after a good parachute is determined. It is common to disconnect the RSL on CRW and camera jumps and in certain landing conditions: water, high wind, atop obstacles, but there are those for and against those practices. I no longer use an RSL, but absolutely recommend disconnecting it before engaging in hit & rock or hit & chug competitions. Not so doing can lead to an expensive win (or loss!). "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Custom built 300 sq', 5-cell high performance parachute. There might be a market for that! Very enjoyable post, John. Let us know what you find out! Merry Xmas "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

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I suppose the problem is having to resolve all the usual suspects before an open circuit persists and there's only Choice A or Choice B left. It sucks, Joel! Since I was absolutely certain of the connections and integrity of the circuit board connections, it had to be a bad wire in the circulation system, right? I was dreading having to search for a short among the tangled spaghetti mess of wires. Turned out checking connections first led to the damned thing, which is the furthest, deepest set and least likliest suspect! A loose terminal. Shite!! That was one very expensive re-crimp and plug! Palm to forehead? There aren't palms or foreheads big enough!!!! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

DAMN!!! Well, I didn't think it was going to be an issue, Rob! On the serious, however - I use the shitty digital camera I've had for years to photograph things I want to post online. If you don't have a digital camera, I wouldn't give it another thought . . . except to ask Santa to bring you into the 1990's!!!!! Cheers! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

The heat is working as of 3 PM this afternoon. After replacing the rollout switch, diaphram pressure switch and then the circuit board the darn furnace still didn't work and gave the same lockout code (33/13)! I admit to being very disappointed. Turns out the solution was very simple: the automatic switch, which is well concealed behind the upper fan/gas assembly, had a wire connection that was loose. The connector had to be squeezed tight and then re-attached to the lead. What a pain in the neck this job was. Thankfully the oven repair was much easier. The oven stopped working and my wife, who enjoys baking, was insistent that I get it fixed pronto. One ignitor later and she's up and baking. If only all repairs were so straightforward and simple. Thanks for the input, all. Cheers and beers! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

No. I didn't check the v into the switch and sensor because there is no sign or evidence of a supply problem through those wires. I'm going now to get the new circuit board; I hope I'm not going to be kicking myself in the ass later. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Congrats, Pat - and many more to you! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Good post, Rob. Thanks. But you forgot something. PHOTOS!! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Update on the Furnace Situation: I'd like to offer a general and giant "FUCK!" Neither the new limit switch nor the new pressure sensor resolved the problem and the unit is still showing signal 33/13. So having been through each step along the way, I'm going to have to get a new board and hook that bad boy up. A complete and thorough pain in the ass that's going to be. Thanks again for the advice, tips and suggestions. I'll post progress again as warranted, if anyone is interested. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Thanks, Joel. The water drain doesn't seem to be plugged or blocked and it's well-insulated against ambient temps. That being said, if a new diaphram doesn't work I'll disconnect and check everything up to the condensor heat exchange before replacing the board. Thanks. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

It's not that kind of furnace, Pete. Thanks anyway. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

No luck, Den. I jumped the limit switch (FRS switch), which wasn't tripped open, but the ignitor didn't respond, so it doesn't appear to be faulty. It seems to me the next likely culprit is the diaphram, which might not be signalling negative pressure for the exhaust of combustion gasses. I'll get a new one in the morning. If that doens't work I'll have to replace the board, which will be a tedious pain in the ass. Thanks all for the advice and input. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Thanks for the input, thoughts and recommendations. The furnace is vented with PVC pipes but sits well away from exterior walls so I don't suspect freezing, but I'm going to check for that this morning. Codes 13 and 33 are called "Limit Switch Lockout" which should be reset when the unit is powered down/up. Perhaps a vacuum tube or the diaphram has failed. It's possible the board has failed and if I can't resolve it this morning I'll have to get a new one and see what happens. There isn't an LED code for 'faulty board' but as it is signalling something, so one suspects it's OK. Many thanks for your input. Please post again if something occurs to you or if you've not posted yet but have seen this before. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Our Carrier Weathermaker 9200 furnace stopped making heat. I installed a new ignitor and now the LED is signaling 13 - change filter and/or clear inlet vents. The filter is new and all the inlet vents are clear but the furnace won't ignite. Power off - wait - power on and the LED signals 33 for about 1 minute (same remedy as above) before changing to signal 13. Any recommendations or advice? Thanks!! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Great post - reminds us that the Marines give us a lot to be thankful for. Our #2 son graduates MCRD Parris Island tomorrow so we're especially glad to see this commercial again. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Very sorry for your troubles, Bill. Best wishes to you and wishing eternal peace for Peggy "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

You're right, Michael. Isn't this the busiest week of the year for USPS? Edit: To the OP: Beggars can't be choosers! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Seriously? All this because you need some rubber bands? PM me your mailing address and I'll throw some into the mail for you. You'll have them in a few days. Cheers. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

They're too big to post. I'll send you them in email. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Email address? I can send you the instructions and images I have, which are not my work. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73