How do you adjust the oil flow on an Aga?
To adjust the minimum flow rate turn the Oil Control Knob to ‘position 1’ and turn the Adjustment Screw, which is visible through the knockout in the cover, anti-clockwise to increase the flow, clockwise to decrease it.
How does an Aga fire valve work?
Your AGA is an oil-fired, heat-storage cooker. The burner operates at either high or low fire and is controlled by the cooker thermostat which is linked to the oil control box. In the event of a power failure the burner will automatically continue to operate on low fire.
Why does my oil Aga keeps going out?
The telltale sign of an oil Aga needing a service. Another reason for your Aga losing its heat is there is a fault with the oil supply. This could be as simple as running out of oil, or the external filters need replacing. Or it could be something more sinister such as water in the oil tank or a faulty fire valve.
Why can’t you relight a hot Aga?
IMPORTANT Never try to relight a hot burner, you must ensure the cooker is cold before you attempt to relight it. If you have ran out of Oil it is very important that you turn the fuel supply to the cooker off immediately. To relight your AGA you must ensure that it is cold.
How do you control an Aga temperature?
An Aga range cooker should be 230°C in the roasting oven.
- Place your oven shelf on the middle set of rungs.
- Place your thermometer halfway to the back of the oven on the shelf.
- Wait 10 minutes and take a reading.
- Wait 4 hours for it to fall/rise to the correct temperature – it takes awhile!
- Re-test until correct.
What should my Aga flame look like?
If running correctly, an oil range cooker should have a pretty blue flame, with telltale signs that LSF is being used being: Yellow flame. Range cooker struggles to reach maximum temperature. ‘Popping’ or ‘spitting’ noises.
What setting should Aga be on?
An Aga range cooker should be 230°C in the roasting oven. Place your thermometer halfway to the back of the oven on the shelf. Wait 10 minutes and take a reading. If the temperature is wrong then adjust the settings of your cooker. Wait 4 hours for it to fall/rise to the correct temperature – it takes awhile!
What oil does an Aga use?
kerosene oil
Aga range cookers require 28 second commercial kerosene oil. This can also be know as ‘class 2 kerosene to BS 2869 standard’. Ask your supplier specifically if its suitable for a vaporising cooker!
How much does it cost to service an oil Aga?
Assuming a cost of £100 per service then an oil Aga range cooker total running costs are £1198 per year. For Aga range cookers with boilers then oil consumption appears to jump to around 3120 litres per year or £1488 per year. With servicing a total of £1688 can be assumed.
Can you light a warm Aga?
In the event of the fire valve frequently cutting-out, consult your Aga Distributor. NEVER ATTEMPT TO RE-LIGHT A HOT BURNER. The cooker should be turned OFF by the User the night preceding the day of servicing so that the appliance will have cooled down by the following morning.
What setting should my Aga be on?
An Aga range cooker should be 230°C in the roasting oven. It’s a little tricky because your cooker works on radiant heat not air temperature (that is also why it sounds high) but if you get the top oven right then your lower/simmering and module ovens (if you have a 4/5 oven Aga range cooker) should be correct.
How do you adjust the flow rate on an AGA oil burner?
You can adjust the flow rate via the screws on top of your oil control valve. Turn the screws max 1/8th of a turn before checking the flow. Clockwise reduces the flow and anti clockwise increases it. Click to see full answer. In this regard, why is my AGA losing heat?
How to service an AGA oil fired cooker?
1. Close the insulating lids whenever the hotplates are not in use. 2. Clean the hotplates regularly with the wire brush. 3. Utensils with ground flat bases must be used to make perfect contact with the hotplates. 4. Have the cooker serviced at regular intervals a competent service engineer such as OFTEC approved.
Is there an oil fired oil control valve?
Oil fired AGA. Oil control valve issue Discussion in ‘ Plumbing and Central Heating ‘ started by PaulC1976, 5 Mar 2017 . Any help appreciated. On the top of the oil control valve I have the electric component that plugs into transformer.
Where to discuss help with BM oil control valve?
Discuss Help with BM Oil Control Valve (Aga) in the Plumbing Forum | Plumbing Advice area at PlumbersForums.net Hi, I’m hoping someone may be able to help with this: I just completed a “normal” service on our oil fired Aga, i.e. removing carbon deposits and ensuring the supply pipe is clear.