Looks like I need some heating help asap

[jeepdude25]

My pilot light on my water heater went out. It has a electric ignition. I followed the directions but the pilot light wont stay lit. Any suggestions?

 

[YELLAHEEP]

Yep, Frank would know.

If the flame won't stay lit after a few minutes of burning/warming the thermostatic switch/thermocouple.... then you likely need a new switch/thermocouple. That part controls the gas flow valve. If the thermocouple doesn't get and stay hot enough to tell the valve to stay open...... you get no gas for the pilot light or the burners.

 

[jeepdude25]

oh ok that makes sense. Yeah If I hold the pilot light down it stays on, when I let go it goes right out. Do you have his number?? Id like to give him the business first before going somewhere else plus he is right down the road from me.

 

[xj-grin]

I'll PM you his number Ryan...




















If you'll come inspect my Stomper!

 

[jeepdude25]

haha, I already called him. He was booked up today however he gave me a referral. I promise we will get the "Stomper" inspected very soon.

 

[jeepdude25]

all fixed up...just loose sensor. 10mm wrench and bam all fixed....crazy. thanks for the input. Now back to web wheeling

 

[jeepdude25]

sweet heat is off again!!!! freezing cold water....man wth

 

[jeepdude25]

looks like the guy should have changed the the thermocouple