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Why can’t I light my patio heater?
Making sure the patio heater is “off”, sure a pair of pliers to gently squeeze the pilot light and the thermocouple a bit closer. Another reason that your patio heater won’t stay lit also has to do with the thermocouple. Sometimes the thermocouple gets coated with carbon from the propane.
Can you light a patio heater with a lighter?
Light the Patio Heater You can use any kind of lighter that you may have, but a candle lighter is the safest way to avoid burning your fingers. Once the candle lighter is in the hole, light it, and your patio heater should begin to get hot.
Can you manually light an outdoor heater?
Ensure there are no leaks and the heater is in good repair. For automatic ignition systems, hold the control knob in and use a lighter to ignite the flame. For non-automatic systems, turn the control knob to the lowest setting and use a lighter to ignite the flame.
How do you manually light a fire sense patio heater?
Press and turn the Control Knob to “HI” position (counterclockwise 90˚). Press down the control know and hold 3-5 seconds. 4. While holding down the Control Knob, push the RED igniter button several times until the pilot flame ignites.
Can you light a propane heater with a lighter?
Propane heaters are fantastic devices for warming up an area in very little time. To light the propane heater, all you need is a propane tank and matches or a lighter. Switching it off when you’re finished is easy; just make sure you store it away properly to prevent damage.
Why will my gas heater not stay lit?
Some common causes include issues with the thermocouple and pilot tube. The thermocouple detects the pilot light via sensors. A dirty pilot tube can also prevent the pilot from staying lit. If the pilot tube is dirty, let the furnace cool down and turn off the gas.
Why won’t my pilot light stay lit on my propane heater?
If the thermocouple is too far from the flame, this can cause the pilot to go out and shut down the propane heater; you can fix this easily by moving the thermocouple closer to the flame. The thermocouple could also be worn out, in which case it needs to be replaced.
Why does my patio heater have a yellow flame?
A yellow flame is incomplete combustion. Try opening the air shutters more. If it is propane, see that it is properly converted. If the burner tubes are dirty, take them out and clean them, or replace them.
How do gas patio heaters work?
Gas patio heaters, just like electric patio heaters, distribute heat via radiation. This is the same form of heat given off by the sun. Radiant heat from the gas flame warms people and objects directly, without heating the air. This is the most efficient way of heating outdoors.
How do you bypass a thermocouple on a patio heater?
To bypass the thermocouple: Move the tilts switch wire aside. Remove your thermocouple from the heater using an 8mm wrench. Pull the valve housing aside using your 13mm socket wrench. Remove the valve using your pliers. Put your thermocouple back into position.
What does the pilot light look like?
A proper pilot flame should be blue with a yellow tip and should be strong enough to cover about 1/2 inch at the end of the thermocouple tip. If the flame is too strong and improperly adjusted, it will be blue but may be noisy and lift off the thermocouple, causing improper furnace operation.
Does gas still flow when pilot light goes out?
If your pilot light repeatedly goes out, this is a likely culprit. If this flame sensor should fail, gas will continue to flow even after the pilot light has been extinguished, causing a safety hazard, and requiring immediate repair.
How do I turn my heater on for the first time?
Below, we discuss nine ways to prepare your furnace for winter. Change Filter. You should check and change your furnace’s air filter every few months. Set Thermostat to “Heat” Clean Burners. Check and Oil Blower. Uncover Heating Vents. Clear Chimney and Vents. Test Safety Monitors. Check for Smells or Noises.
Why does my heater flame keeps going out?
If your furnace keeps shutting off, it could be due to low airflow. There are several indirect issues that cause low airflow. Dirty Air Filters. If you don’t change your air filters often enough, the filters will become dirty and clogged, which means the heat exchanger retains heat and eventually causes it to overheat.
Where is the flame sensor located?
A furnace flame sensor is a very basic part of your furnace. It’s located on the burner assembly and is just a thin metallic rod. It’s usually bent, and it sits just in front of the pilot flame inside the furnace.
What do you do when your pilot light goes out?
Your pilot light relies on your natural gas to stay aflame, so if your gas is shut off, your pilot light will go out. Simply turn your gas back on and either relight your pilot light yourself or call a professional.
What do you do if your pilot light won’t light?
You need to turn the valve to the off position for at least three minutes. Once you have had the valve at off for a few minutes, switch it over to pilot setting. You will need a match that is lit. Hold it to the pilot opening and push the reset button on your pilot control.
