[NSRCA-discussion] Sears Thermometer

[vicenterc at comcast.net]

Pat,

Try pressing the on switch for a longer time holding few seconds.  Sometimes, the on switch is also used as off switch doing the described procedure.  I just guessing.  Good luck,

Vicente

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From: "Pat Hewitt" <phewitt at farmersagent.com> 

> 
> I have lost my manual for the Sears Thermometer #82327 and I have tried Sears 
> web with no luck. My problem is the only way I can turn it off is to take the 
> battery out any body out there have one. 
> 
> Pat 
> 
> 
> 
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> Received: 07:04 PM CST, 03/05/2006 
> From: vicenterc at comcast.net 
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> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Fuel Regulation in 2C Engines 
> 
> I agree 100%. This is a natural big disadvantage of 2 stroke engines. 
> 
> Vicente 
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: jeffghughes at comcast.net 
> 
> While you may be able to improve the throttle-down in a two stroke, I doubt if 
> you will be able to match that of a 4 stroke. Two strokes generally run lower 
> compression ratios and pack the case with fuel. Both make it tough to throttle 
> down quickly. It's real noticeable in bigger engines like motorcycles. I used 
> to have a big Kawasaki 750 triple that had almost no off-throttle braking. 
> Nearly killed myself the first time I drove a honda 750. Backing off the 
> throttle of a high compression 4 stroke is almost like applying the brakes. 
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: vicenterc at comcast.net 
> 
> Good morning all, 
> 
> I have been using the OS 160, OS 140 RX and Mintor 140 with good results in 
> the last 4-5 years. We have been comparing and discussing the advantages of 
> YS compared with 2C. One of the main advantages of YS is that in transition 
> when power down the engine goes instantly to 2000 RPM or less. The 2C engines 
> always takes too much time to get down to idle and I believe that causes us 
> (in pattern) some problems. 
> 
> I have been thinking that the problem is that the carburetor and or fuel 
> system that can not regulate properly (pressure or flow). I think in these 
> engines, the pumps are set to deliver fuel at full flow (or pressure) without 
> any regulation system (like the YS). I had the opportunity to discuss this 
> issue with Perry Pump and they recommended to install a by-pass line. The 
> idea is to send the excess fuel (pressure) back to the tank during transition. 
> Perry Pump recommended to install the T as close as possible to the 
> carburetor needle valve. Also in their web site they have an idea that he 
> said is used for cars that is a by-pass line that loop around the pump 
> (http://www.perrypumps.com/instructions.htm, Click on Pump and By-Pass 
> Systems). I think the ideas deserve some checking since it is natural to have 
> this type of regulation to maintain constant press! ! ure in the line before 
> needle valve. I tried the other day the by-pass to the carburetor but I 
> installed the T ! 
> too far from the carburetor and forgot to open the vent in the tank. Of 
> course the results were bad since I was developing vacuum in the tank. I will 
> try these options of by-pass lines as soon as get warmer. However, I think 
> someone out there already tried to do this and know results so I am looking 
> for feed back. 
> 
> Thanks in advance, 
> 
> Vicente Bortone 
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