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If the pilot flame is too high a thermocouples life could be shortened. Check the specs of the unit supplied by the gas valve for the working pilot pressure. Or put the gas valve in pilot and depress the pilot push button. Keep the button down with a small screwdriver, remove the thermocouple from the gas valve and check the millivolts on the thermocouple. Place one lead on the copper tubing and the other lead on the end of the thermocouple, the silver looking part that touches the inside of the gas valve. With the pilot flame on you should read anywhere from 22-29 millivolts. Anything below that is a sign that your thermocouple is failing. It might work for awhile, but it will probably go out in the middle of a long cold winter night. ;)
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Why does the hot water pilot keep going out?
The hot water pilot may keep going out due to a faulty thermocouple, a clogged pilot orifice, or insufficient gas flow.
Why is the pilot light keep going out on your hot water heater?
Spillage excessive condensate bad thermocouple draft
Why does the pilot light keep going out?
The pilot light may keep going out due to a dirty or faulty thermocouple, a draft in the area, insufficient gas flow, or a problem with the gas supply.
Why does the water heater pilot light keep going out?
The water heater pilot light may keep going out due to issues with the thermocouple, a draft in the area, or a problem with the gas supply.
Why does the pilot on my water heater keep going out?
The pilot on your water heater may keep going out due to issues with the thermocouple, gas supply, or ventilation. These problems can prevent the pilot light from staying lit consistently.
What causes Grill pilot light on wolf salamamder grill to keep going out thermocouple ok valve new?
If a Salamander Grill keeps going out and the thermocouple is okay and the valve is new then a faulty thermostat could be the cause. Replacing the thermostat or re-calibrating it generally solves the issue.
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.
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.
Why does the pilot light keep going out on my water heater?
The pilot light on a water heater may keep going out due to issues with the thermocouple, a draft in the area, or a problem with the gas supply. It is important to have a professional inspect and repair the water heater to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Why does the pilot light keep going out on the furnace?
The pilot light on a furnace may keep going out due to issues with the thermocouple, a dirty or clogged pilot light orifice, a faulty gas valve, or insufficient gas flow. Regular maintenance and cleaning can help prevent this issue.
Why does the pilot light keep going out on the stove?
The pilot light on the stove may keep going out due to a dirty or clogged pilot light assembly, a faulty thermocouple, or a lack of gas flow. It is important to clean the pilot light assembly and ensure proper gas flow to prevent the pilot light from going out.
Why does my furnace pilot light keep going out?
Your furnace pilot light may keep going out due to issues such as a dirty pilot light, a faulty thermocouple, a draft in the area, or a problem with the gas supply. It is important to have a professional inspect and repair the furnace to ensure safe and efficient operation.
