I did take the valve/oilier off and could blow air through it. I'm not sure if that is indicative of a valve with free flowing air???
Please help me out, I'm new to the steam business and I'm not familiar with the "slide valve set properly" you are referring to.
I had watched a YouTube video regarding the cotton substance in the fire chamber and discarded it. I have purchased 99% Isopropyl Alcohol as a fuel for the engine, however I'm unsure how to effectively burn it to achieve maximum heat.
No, I have not yet had sufficient pressure to lift the safety valve. I guess I was reluctant to try that.
Thank you all for your replays and suggestions and am looking forward to getting this very nice looking machine running.
Charles