Trouble in paradise...but not very much...

Today began with a bit of a disappointment. I got up and turned on the furnace, which heated up the coach nicely. When it turned off and then cycled on again, no heat came out! This was, as Yogi Berra might say, de ja vu all over again. We had a similar problem two years ago this month. That time I disassembled the furnace and found about a cup of bees and other flying things in the combustion chamber. When they were removed, the furnace fired right up and has been working fine ever since.

This time the combustion chamber was clean, and the exhaust was clear, but still it wouldn't fire. I spent some time online looking for a solution. So far, I have not fixed the furnace, but I have gleaned enough information to conclude that there is a strong likelihood that the fan and/or the sail switch (a microswitch that is operated by adequate airflow produced by the fan, allowing the gas valve to open) may be dirty or defective. Tomorrow, I will look into the possibility of cleaning them.

The difference between today's mishap and that of two years ago is that, this time, we have a portable electric heater aboard. Last time, we got so cold we went home early. We also have an electric blanket on the bed, so we can stay warm one way or another. When the sun came up, the coach warmed up to the point that we had to open the windows to cool it off. So, our day was not spoiled in the least.

After we spent some really great time in our Bible study, we relaxed and then went to Hoodsport for some grocery items. We found more fresh oysters in the IGA store, so guess what we are having for dinner. We also took a drive up the west side of the Canal, but alas we forgot the camera. It was an absolutely beautiful day with clear blue skies, and autumn leaves reflected in glassy water. The wind was still, and the smells of saltwater and forest combined to complete a veritable feast for our senses.

Our day came to a close with a pink extravaganza reflected in the water.