The problem was a bad transformer, hence no spark. The call
cost $140.
The firebox was OK (not seriously flooded) but the tech
reiterated that the reset button should not be pressed more
than once.
Water leak was due to boiler going cold, as you stated.
The help you all have given was most invaluable. Thank
you all again for your time! (Pam thanks you too.)
Frank






On Sun, 16 Oct 2005 21:46:25 GMT, frank1492
wrote:

I have a GF who lives hours away and has returned home to
find only lukewarm tap water, a cold house (hydronic baseboard)
and a Beckett oil burner that will run for only a few seconds before
it shuts off. She has tried resetting it to no avail. She has detected
a small water leak (slight drip) which does not seem signiicant as she
describes it over the phone.
I realize that many things could be wrong, but is anything most
likely? I'd guess something in the safety mechanism is causing this
(low water pressure?), or that the burner is not getting oil, but I
just don't know.
Help much appreciated!!!!
Frank