Then I tested the inverter by pluging it into my automobile's cigarette lighter socket, and it promptly burned that out, too, taking the dashboard clock with it. So I took the inverter back to West Marine. Went to Santa Catalina Island and did not much enjoy the trip. Alas, it was more a pain in the ass. At least I got some exersize.
Stove works great.
THEN I struck a match to light the burner, and I got kicked on my ass in the detonation. For an instant I thought I had blown up the boat. Talked to a rigger about adding a short stay for the storm sail, and another stay for a twin head-sail rig. I hope both can be aconplished without too much expense. Now the boat actually pumps out properly.