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How do I light the pilot light on my water heater?
How to Light a Water Heater Pilot Light Open the door/cover over the pilot light access. Use a flashlight or a headlamp to find the burner inside. Turn the gas knob to “Pilot,” press and hold it down. While still holding the gas down, light that pilot.
Can I relight the pilot light by myself?
If your pilot light goes out, your furnace will not be able to produce heat because its burners will not ignite. Often, homeowners can relight the pilot themselves.
What happens if water heater pilot light goes out?
If the pilot light goes out, your water heater won’t be able to ignite the gas burner and therefore, won’t be able to heat the water. But once the pilot light is relit, the water heater is able to ignite the gas burner and can begin to heat the water again.
How do you turn on a pilot light?
Turn the gas regulator valve to the “pilot” position. If the water heater has a manual “ignite” button, press that to light the pilot. If it doesn’t have the button, or the button fails, press the regulator valve and hold a grill lighter or long match to the pilot light valve until the pilot ignites.
What causes a water heater pilot to go out?
Your thermocouple senses when your pilot light is burning. If it senses that your water heater pilot light keeps going out, the thermocouple will shift off the gas supply to the heater. Over time, thermocouples can malfunction, accumulate dust buildup, or the device can get bent away from the pilot light’s flame.
What do I do if my pilot light won’t light?
If your pilot light won’t stay alight, it might be the thermocouple. Sometimes dust buildup collects on the thermocouple and blocks the sensor. Try cleaning the thermocouple and then relighting the pilot light. If it continues to go out, the thermocouple might need to be replaced.
How much does it cost to relight a pilot light?
Most service providers will charge a standard fee per visit that typically covers the cost to relight a gas water heater. This service call price can range from $80 to $100.
How do I know if my water heater pilot light is out?
When a water heater pilot light goes out, it usually means that a natural change in gas pressure extinguished the flame. The main sign that a pilot light is out is one that everyone dreads: The water won’t get hot.
What causes a pilot light to go out?
Some of the possible serious reasons for pilot lights to go out include loose or broken gas valves, thermocouples or heat exchangers, faulty venting, low gas pressure, or high winds. If you believe there is a serious problem, don’t hesitate to contact a professional.
How do you light a water heater without igniter?
Lighting with No Igniter Take a long lighter to reach the pilot. Remove the plate attached below the dial box. Switch Pilot to OFF. Wait for a while, – 5-10 minutes until there won’t be any gas. Change the temperature to LOW, and switch to Pilot. Push ON/OFF dial down, and simultaneously use the lighter.
Can you manually light a water heater with electronic ignition?
* Caution: Most modern water heaters no longer use standing pilots. They use electronic ignition to ignite the gas. Do not attempt to manually light an electronic ignition system. If the pilot light will not re-light, the problem could be a clogged pilot line or orifice, or gas is not reaching the water heater.
Can I manually light my gas water heater?
Lighting the Pilot Light on a Manual Hot Water Heater If your hot water heater is a manual, grab a long lighter. Now, hold the pilot dial down while you light the burner. You’re going to hold the pilot button down for at least 30 seconds before you release it.
How much does it cost to replace pilot light on water heater?
Pilot light replacement or lighting cost Water heater pilot light replacement costs $50 to $200. The pilot light produces a flame to ignite the gas burner. Plumbers charge $45 to $150 per hour to reignite the pilot light, and the task typically takes 1 hour or less.
Should the water heater be on pilot or on?
You should set the water heater to “pilot”. If, however, your water heater is also the boiler for your central heating, then you’ll want to leave the heating running as normal so that your house doesn’t get damp as a result of cold and condensation.
Why is my gas heater not igniting?
One of the most common reasons for your gas heater not igniting or stopped working is because its thermostat is either off or not working properly. Therefore, make sure you check the thermostat, and if it is off, then turn it on while setting it on heat mode (5 degrees above your room temperature, at least).
How do you know if pilot light is lit?
If your pilot light is on, it should be easy to see – your eyes will be drawn to the little flame. If you don’t see a flame, your pilot light is out. If there is a flame, check the color. Pilot lights should always be blue.
