Awesome, thanks! I got a Koda 16 just 4 weeks ago. I put in a manual turntable that I fabricated myself, and had to disconnect the thermocouple wire to get to bottom of the oven. After putting everything back, I discovered to my chagrin the flame won’t stay lit. I had to prop up a brick against the knob to keep the flame burning as I had already made my pizza pie and there was my hungry family waiting! 😁Thankfully the turntable with a 16.5” round stone worked perfectly. Only issue was the flame cutting out. Today I tried the Reddit solution several times tightening the flame safety device (FSD) valve coupling nut, but no dice. I have ordered the electrically actuated valve you showed. Thanks so much for that, I had no idea the Koda 16 knob was that sophisticated! Hopefully it’s just the valve. I will test it out using the multimeter and lighting a flame under the thermocouple. Thanks once again for the neat video and explanation of how the FSD works.

So glad I found this video. Now let's see if it works!

Thanks, I just fixed the problem, I appreciate the time you took to put this up.

@markprestifilippo6981

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked!

I had exactly the same problem and this fix worked perfectly! Thanks for taking the time to post your fix.

@markprestifilippo6981

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked for you! This issue seems incredibly common on the FB pages.

This worked perfectly. My grinder is buried in my garage due to having moved, so I used a copper brush attachment to my cordless drill. The whole operation took around 30 mins

@markprestifilippo6981

Жыл бұрын

Glad it worked for you! I’m wondering when I’ll have to do it again!

@craigbiggs622

Жыл бұрын

My Koda 16 is almost three years old (Covid purchase). We don’t use it a ton, it was outside in the humidity of Texas until we moved to the cold/wet of the Pacific NW. I’ve always had the cover on it,but definitely exposed to the weather a bit

I have the same problem with the PC Pizza oven. Going to try ordering a replacement thermocouple and hopefully that resolves the issue. The part in my oven looks identical to the one in this oven.

@markprestifilippo6981

Ай бұрын

Almost any gas fired device uses the same mechanism, so I am pretty certain it’ll be the same situation. I’m waiting for it to happen with my neighbor’s new solo pizza oven.

Empecé con el mismo problema después de un año 3 meses de uso, espero eso lo solucione, gracias por compartir, saludos desde México!

@markprestifilippo6981

Жыл бұрын

Por supuesto! Gracias!!

I appreciate this fix. I just got a brand new Karu 16, it seems to have the same problems documented here. I paid over $1300 for my oven and accessories including the gas burner. I expect Ooni needs to solve the problem so customers don't have to stand on their head to figure out how to fix it - perhaps send a gas burner that has been tested. I assume most customers don't have this problem - I'm guessing, maybe not? Not having fun making pizzas.

@markprestifilippo6981

11 ай бұрын

I’m glad it helped! I agree, but I think it’s more a result of the nature of the thermocouple design. The intense heat probably plays a part In how long the part lasts and the amount of buildup on the part. Hopefully you start having fun. Also make sure the oven is level. That plays a pretty big part in how it functions, too.

make sure you got a good flame going to the thermocouple .

Hey Mark, thank you for the well made video! Can you post some links to the replacement parts you bought? Thanks in advance!

@markprestifilippo6981

9 ай бұрын

MENSI 24" Propane BBQ Grill,... www.amazon.com/dp/B074CWK7T3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Earth Star Esma 8.5A 8.5mm... www.amazon.com/dp/B073R973S6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Hi Mark. Truly a great video made. You've saved me and my friend's koda 16. Just a quick question. By any chance you have the specific dimensions of the gas valve as seen in the video? Because recently I tried to fix another koda 16 that wouldn't stay lit.. Did the same procedure, cleaned the thermocouple. Tested with a multimeter but it still wouldn't stay lit. It might be the valve, so I'm looking to get a replacement and hopefully it'll work. Kind regards,

@markprestifilippo6981

Ай бұрын

These are the ones I got for my old Koda12 that I fixed and it works great. I’m fairly certain it’s the same one. It should have some markings on the valve that should let you figure it out. But there is the link to the ones I got. Earth Star Esma 8.5A 8.5mm... www.amazon.com/dp/B073R973S6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

i dont think the nut at the control valve should have only been finger tight. That was likely a poor electrical/intermittent connection as things got hot

@markprestifilippo6981

3 жыл бұрын

You are right. According to most manufacturers, it should be 1/4 turn past finger right. But given that I was already this deep, I might as well do some simple maintenance.

Could you please make a video of the natural gas conversions. There is only one video on youtube but very badly done

Hi thx for the great video on fixing the koda thermocouple. In case cleaning does not fix it what is the part specs to buy a new wire and thermocouple?

@markprestifilippo6981

3 ай бұрын

MENSI 24" Propane BBQ Grill,... www.amazon.com/dp/B074CWK7T3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Earth Star Esma 8.5A 8.5mm... www.amazon.com/dp/B073R973S6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@stevelewis-vw3gv

3 ай бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 Thanks but isn't 24" too long?

@markprestifilippo6981

3 ай бұрын

@@stevelewis-vw3gvit may be. But you can coil it and it’ll still work, or just get a shorter one. They are pretty simple devices.

Man great video!!! If I do need to replace the wire, any idea what its called so I can search for it on Amazon?

@markprestifilippo6981

2 жыл бұрын

Here is the link of the one I bought a while back. MENSI 24" Propane BBQ Grill,... www.amazon.com/dp/B074CWK7T3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@HuyNguyen-fc5ku

2 жыл бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 thank you!!!

Hello. I have a new Karu 16 with the natural gas burner that is having problems staying lit. I'm just wondering if you have a link to the spring valve that you showed in this video. cheers.

@markprestifilippo6981

2 жыл бұрын

Sure! Here is the one I bought. Not sure if this exact link is still viable. Earth Star Esma 8.5A 8.5mm... www.amazon.com/dp/B073R973S6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@danielclahane694

2 жыл бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 fantastic! Thank you!

@mikevo3529

Жыл бұрын

Where’s the safety valve located ?

Seems like the Karu 16 has this issue. Whatever they use for their thermocoupler seem to be defective

@markprestifilippo6981

2 ай бұрын

I think it’s just the nature of the beast. The same device is used for gas grills and heaters. They all stop working eventually. Luckily it’s relatively easy to clean up. I am sure the dust from the flour and other cooking residue makes it worse. Plus the extreme heat overall.

I just tested the thermostat and it’s faulty. Where do I buy another one?

@markprestifilippo6981

Жыл бұрын

You can get one on Amazon. Make sure it’s a threaded one. I believe there is a link to one somewhere in the comments.

Do you have a link for the replacement wire?

@guydogg34

2 жыл бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 this doesn't work. The element end isn't threaded like the OEM one. I know this now as I just ordered this.

@markprestifilippo6981

2 жыл бұрын

@@guydogg34 I’m sorry. I thought I copied the link for the one I purchased.

@guydogg34

2 жыл бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 no need to be sorry, I just wanted to let you know so that you could update the link for others.

@whootoobe

2 жыл бұрын

@@guydogg34 Were you able to find the correct part? Please post the link. Thanks!

@guydogg34

2 жыл бұрын

This one works. I have it installed and have cooked 25 pizzas since

I literally have a brand new burner and it won’t stay lit. Bullshit.

@markprestifilippo6981

Жыл бұрын

Make sure the thermocouple connection is tight enough. Maybe a 1/4 turn after finger tight.

I just DIY hacked mine so the electronic valve is held open all the time. Problem solved.

@markprestifilippo6981

11 ай бұрын

Yeah I did that to my original 12” Koda. I made a video on how to do that and Ooni asked me to take it down for safety reasons.

@timfennell3380

10 ай бұрын

@@markprestifilippo6981 yeah. I figured my gas grill doesn't have a thermocouple, I don't need this.