Turn the knob to “Pilot” and hold down the “Reset” button. Using a long lighter, bring the flame close to the pilot opening. This should ignite the pilot light. Once the pilot is lit, you can release the reset button. The pilot should stay lit at this point.Jan 19, 2021
Is it safe to relight water heater pilot?
Do not attempt to relight a water heater pilot light (or any other work on the unit) if you smell gas in the area, indicating a gas leak; call 9-1-1 from outside the house. Herb Kirchhoff has more than three decades of hands-on experience as an avid garden hobbyist and home handyman.
What do you do when your pilot light goes out?
If possible, shut off the main gas supply valve by turning it clockwise (to the right). Once at a safe distance, report the potential gas leak to your propane dealer or 911. Do not return to the building until a qualified service technician or EMT says that the building and gas system are safe.
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.Oct 5, 2021
Do I need to turn gas off if pilot light goes out?
Since the thermocouple regulates gas going to the pilot, it should cut off on its own if the pilot ever goes out, but that's only if it's functioning correctly. If the thermocouple isn't working properly, then it's possible that it's allowing gas to leak into the very room where the heater is located.Mar 4, 2016
What would cause a pilot light to go out on a furnace?
It is positioned very close to the flame, and when lit, the pilot light tells the thermocouple to keep the gas line open. A thermocouple that is dirty or malfunctioning will often shut off your gas supply in error, causing the pilot light to go out and your furnace to stop working.
Can you manually light a gas furnace with electronic ignition?
If your furnace is equipped with an electronic igniter, you cannot light the furnace manually. However, you may be able to get the furnace working by turning off the igniter and resetting it. Find the paperwork for your particular furnace to locate the reset button or switch.
Do you need electricity to light a pilot light?
It requires an electric source to create a spark that ignites the pilot light. If the power is out, the fireplace will not ignite.Aug 1, 2019
How do you relight an automatic pilot light?
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How do you light an automatic pilot light?
Press the gas control knob down all the way and hold it in the depressed position. If you have no igniter, move the match or barbecue lighter flame to the end of the pilot tube; the pilot flame should light immediately. If you have a spark igniter, press the ignition button until the pilot flame ignites.Aug 19, 2021
How do you light a gas water heater with electronic pilot?
Turn the gas knob to “Pilot,” press and hold it down. This will start the flow of gas so you can light the flame. Some water heaters have a separate button for pilot mode, usually a red one, which you'll press and hold. While still holding the gas down, light that pilot.Jan 18, 2018