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[–] CrimeDad@lemmy.crimedad.work 1 points 3 months ago

I suppose the flame is a fair concern, but it's pretty well protected. I had to open up my Maytag to replace the solenoids a little while ago and I was satisfied with the safety of the design. The burner valves fail closed and don't open unless safe conditions are met.