The pilot light on your appliance may not stay lit when you release the knob due to issues with the gas flow, a dirty or damaged pilot light component, or a problem with the thermocouple that detects the flame. It is important to have a professional inspect and repair the appliance to ensure safe operation.
To turn on a pilot light, locate the gas valve and pilot light knob on the appliance. Turn the gas valve to the "pilot" position and press down on the pilot light knob while using a lighter or match to ignite the pilot flame. Hold the knob down for a few seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit, then release the knob.
To start a pilot light on a gas appliance, you typically need to locate the pilot light button or knob on the appliance. Turn the knob to the pilot position and hold it down while you use a long lighter or match to ignite the pilot light. Keep holding the knob down for about 30 seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. If the pilot light goes out, repeat the process.
To turn on the pilot light on a gas appliance, locate the pilot light button or knob and turn it to the "pilot" position. Then, press and hold the button while using a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep holding the button for about 30 seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. If the pilot light goes out, repeat the process.
To light a pilot light on a water heater, locate the pilot light button or knob on the control panel. Turn the knob to the "pilot" setting and hold it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep holding the knob down for about 30 seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and switch the control panel back to the desired temperature setting.
To light a pilot light on a gas stove, locate the pilot light assembly near the burner. Turn the gas knob to the "pilot" position and press it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep the knob pressed for about 30 seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and adjust the flame as needed.
To light the pilot light on a gas oven, locate the pilot light assembly near the burner. Turn the gas knob to the pilot position and press it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep the knob pressed for a few seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and adjust the temperature as needed.
To light the pilot light on a gas stove, locate the pilot light assembly near the burners. Turn the gas knob to the "pilot" position and press it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep the knob pressed for a few seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and adjust the flame as needed.
To light the oven pilot, locate the pilot light assembly near the burner. Turn the gas knob to the pilot position and press it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot flame. Keep the knob pressed for a few seconds to allow the pilot to stay lit. Release the knob and adjust the temperature as needed.
To light a pilot light on a wall heater, locate the pilot valve and turn it to the "pilot" position. Hold down the control knob and use a long lighter to ignite the pilot flame. Keep holding the knob for about 30 seconds to allow the thermocouple to heat up. Release the knob and the pilot light should stay lit.
To properly ignite the pilot light on a stove, locate the pilot light assembly near the burner. Turn the gas knob to the "pilot" position and press it down. While holding the knob down, use a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep the knob pressed for a few seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and adjust the flame as needed.
To properly ignite the pilot light on a gas fireplace, locate the control knob and turn it to the "pilot" position. Press and hold the knob while using a long lighter to ignite the pilot light. Keep holding the knob for about 30 seconds to allow the pilot light to stay lit. Release the knob and turn it to the "on" position to start the fireplace.
To light the pilot on a gas stove, locate the pilot light button or knob near the burner. Turn the knob to the pilot position and press it down while using a long lighter or match to ignite the pilot flame. Hold the knob down for a few seconds to allow the pilot to stay lit, then release it.