Why is the pilot light on my gas heater not working?
Bad Thermocouple. If your pilot light is staying lit with a large enough flame but the heater isn’t triggering, your thermocouple may be bad. The exact location and type varies by manufacturer. First, check to ensure all of the wiring is attached securely (with the heater turned off at the breaker box), and if that isn’t the issue,…
Why is the pilot not holding after let go the button?
Dirty TC ( thermocouple), faulty TC, pilot flame to not set properly/small or not close enough to TC, partially plugged pilot tube, faulty/bad gas control valve, all could cause pilot not to stay lit. Check the attached links troubleshooting,instruction, Good luck. I hope this helped you out, if so let me know by pressing the helpful button.
Where is the pilot light on my furnace?
Locate the pilot light and look for the tip of a copper rod very nearby. That’s the thermocouple. Can’t Find the Pilot Light? If you’re having trouble locating the pilot or thermocouple, double-check to make sure your unit actually has a standing pilot light.
Why is my pilot thermostat not working?
The job of your Pilot’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up. Sometimes when a thermostat goes bad, it stays stuck open. This allows the coolant to continuously enter the engine.
What happens if pilot light is not working on gas heater?
If your pilot light isn’t working on a gas heater, your gas valve can potentially continue to release gas in the air. Enough gas in the air causes a potentially dangerous situation, which can sometimes lead to major fires. If this is a concern, the easiest way to solve this issue is by turning off the gas valve on your water heater.
What to do when your heater won’t turn on?
Fan Works, No Heat. When the fan runs, but the heater produces no heat, look for a defective heating element, or loose wiring. Check the wiring in the heater and solder any loose wires (making sure the heater in unplugged first).
What to do if your pilot light keeps going out?
Pilot light shields protect your pilot light from potential drafts. Because of this, they are not a bad idea to use if your pilot light keeps going out. However, this is not a one-stop solution for all potential heater issues. Regardless of whether you buy one, we still recommend going through the list of potential problems above.
What should I do if my AC fan won’t run?
This last can be checked with an ohmmeter. If current is reaching the motor but it won’t work, replace the motor. When the fan runs, but the heater produces no heat, look for a defective heating element, or loose wiring. Check the wiring in the heater and solder any loose wires (making sure the heater in unplugged first).