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try changing the "thermocoupler"( not sure of the spelling) The piolit light heats the thermocoupler. looks like a little metal rod that sits above or right next to the piolit light. when the thermocoupler is heated it produces a millivolt of electricity the power it produces is what keeps the gas vaulve open. this is a safety feature, if the piolit light goes out the gas will shut off so that the house does not fill with gas. This is why when you light the piolit you must manually hold the button in until the thermocoupler heats up. Gas appliances should only be worked on by licienced pros, don't risk the lives in your house in order to save a few bucks
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Why does your gas hot water pilot light keep going out?
Spillage
Will a water heater consume gas while is not running?
A small amount to keep the pilot light going.
Why is the pilot light keep going out on your hot water heater?
Spillage excessive condensate bad thermocouple draft
Why does your pilot light keep going out on the direct vent gas water heater?
My direct vent furnace pilot light issue was the glass viewing port was missingallowing room air to blow out the pilot light. Replacing the missing glass which stopped the draft, fixed the problem.
Pilot light keep going out while central heating unit is on heating the house?
There could be a draft causing the pilot light to go out.
How do you keep your pilot light from going out on your gas fireplace As soon as switch it to the on position it goes out?
Check your instructions, Usually you have to keep it on pilot mode for 30 seconds then you should be able to turn it to on without the pilot flame going out.
What causes a gas hot water pilot lite to go out?
No, that is part of the function of the pilot light. To light the burner and to keep the gas valve open. The thermocouple sits in the flame of the pilot and produces a small electrical current that keep the gas valve open. When the tank cools down, the thermostat opens the valve to the burner so that it can light. When the pilot goes out, it is usually the thermocouple that is bad.
If a pilot light goes out in a gas water heater does the gas keep running?
No because water heaters have a safety valves and when the pilot light goes out the safety valve shuts off the gas
Why does the pilot on your hot water heater keep going out?
The thermocouple is going bad. The thermocouple is the small tube that sits in the flame from the pilot light and goes back to the gas valve. They are easy to replace and cost $6 to $8. For health and safety the failing part should be replaced without delay by a competent gas engineer.
Why does my furnace pilot light keep going out?
There are a couple common reasons for a pilot light going out. 1. The thermocouple is weak. This is the gold rod that must see the flame in order to keep the gas valve open. it is a safety device that will not let the gas vavle open if there is no pilot. 2. The pilot is dirty and has a yellow flame. If this is the case, it will have to be cleaned. There are books on he market such as forced hot air furnace - troubleshooting and repair that show you how to repair your furnace. You can buy this at amazon.com
Why water heater pilot won't stay on?
Thermocouple. Keep pilot knob depressed for 30 seconds after lighting pilot.
Can not get pilot light to light on the fireplace?
If holding the controls in the LIGHT position for about 15-30 seconds does not keep your pilot lit, there is probably a problem with the thermocouple. That is the small tube that the pilot flame touches. Be sure it is not bent, and being missed by the pilot flame. They do go bad, and require replacement.
