How Do You Light A Gas Water Heater With A Lighter?

Push the On/Off/Pilot dial downward with one hand while lighting the barbecue lighter with the other. Quickly hold the barbecue lighter over the end of the pipe by the burner. The flame should light instantly. Keep pressing the Pilot dial downward for around 30 seconds and turn the dial from Pilot to On.

Can you light a water heater pilot with a lighter?

Lighting the Pilot Light on an Automatic Hot Water Heater
All you have to do is hold the pilot knob down for 30 seconds and hold the ignition button at the same time. You do not need to use a lighter. Your pilot light will turn on!

Can you manually light a gas water heater with electronic ignition?

* Caution: Most modern water heaters no longer use standing pilots. They use electronic ignition to ignite the gas. Do not attempt to manually light an electronic ignition system.If the pilot light will not re-light, the problem could be a clogged pilot line or orifice, or gas is not reaching the water heater.

How do you light a water heater without an igniter?

Lighting with No Igniter

1. Take a long lighter to reach the pilot.
2. Remove the plate attached below the dial box.
3. Switch Pilot to OFF.
4. Wait for a while, – 5-10 minutes until there won’t be any gas.
5. Change the temperature to LOW, and switch to Pilot.
6. Push ON/OFF dial down, and simultaneously use the lighter.

Can I light my pilot with a lighter?

Yes, it is safe to light a pilot light with a gas lighter.Then, turn the burner knob to the ‘pilot’ position. Now, keeping the knob in that position, light the pilot light using a gas lighter. After that, you can turn the burner knob to the ‘on’ position and adjust the flame as you like.

Can I light my own pilot light?

Pilot lights were once standard on all gas furnaces, but newer systems don’t always contain pilot light ignition systems. Instead, some newer furnaces use electronic ignition systems.Often, homeowners can relight the pilot themselves.

How do I light my electronic 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.

Does a gas water heater have a pilot light?

Tank-type gas water heaters use a pilot light to ignite the gas burner when the water in the tank needs to be heated. Usually, the first warning that your pilot light has gone out is the cold water coming from the hot water tap.If your heater’s pilot goes out, you can relight it yourself.

How does an electronic ignition water heater work?

An electronic gas ignition system utilizes solid-state controls for igniting the flame and proving the flame. Electronic ignition gas systems do not use a thermocouple or thermopile to prove the flame. Electronic ignition gas ignition systems use a flame sensor that measures microamps to prove the flame.

Why is my gas heater not lighting?

If this is the first time you’re attempting to light your gas furnace this season, it is important to know that a furnace ignition with a standing pilot light may take a while to light depending on the length of the gas line and how long it takes the fuel to reach the pilot light.

What does a pilot light look like?

Inspecting a Gas Furnace Pilot Light Flame
A natural gas flame should be a bright blue color with a small amount of yellow at the very tip. A propane flame will have more of a bluish-green flame with a tinge of yellow at the tip. The flame should strong enough to cover about 1/2 inch at the end of the thermocouple tip.

How do I turn on my gas heater in my house?

How to Turn On a Wall Heater

1. To turn on your gas heater, locate the knob for starting.
2. Turn the knob to “Pilot,” and then push down on the “Ignite” button.
3. Once the pilot light comes on, hold down the Ignite button for 10 to 15 seconds.
4. Set the temperature on the wall heater to your desired heating level.

How do you light a pilot light on a boiler?

Turn the gas control knob to the “pilot” position, then press down on the knob. Pressing down on the knob will release gas into the pilot light orifice. Insert a lit fireplace match or a butane candle lighter into the access hole and light the pilot light. Keep holding down the control knob button as you do this.

Is the pilot light supposed to stay on water heater?

Gas and propane fueled water heaters use a small flame to ignite the burner. This small flame is called a pilot light and it stays lit at all times.The same is true with a pilot light. If the pilot light goes out, your water heater won’t be able to ignite the gas burner and therefore, won’t be able to heat the water.

How do I know if my pilot light is out on my water heater?

It’s usually right on the panel. Turn and hold the knob to “Pilot” and push the ignitor. You should hear it click, and probably also a “whooshing” sound. Check in that gap, and you should see the light on.

How do I know if I have a pilot light?

If your pilot light is on, it should be easy to see – your eyes will be drawn to the little flame. If you don’t see a flame, your pilot light is out. If there is a flame, check the color. Pilot lights should always be blue.

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.

How do you light a gas heater with electronic pilot?

If you have a gas furnace, here are the steps on how to light a pilot light.

1. First, locate the pilot valve on the furnace.
2. Find the gas valve and turn it to the “off” position.
3. Turn the valve to the “pilot” position.
4. Press and hold the reset button.
5. If the reset button fails, ignite the lighter.

Where is the pilot light on gas water heater?

The pilot light on most water heaters is located at the base of the unit, below the gas control valve. Open the access panel or door to the burner chamber and look inside. There, you’ll find the pilot light tube, which should have a steady blue flame. If you don’t see the flame, the pilot light is out.

Where is the pilot light on a gas hot water tank?

Your hot water heater pilot light can usually be found beneath the water tank on your unit. You may need to remove an access panel to access it. Some newer models may have the pilot light behind a glass panel. The casing for the pilot light should look like a small silver tube.