How Do You Turn On A Whirlpool Hot Water Heater?

How do I turn my hot water heater back on?

Turning On a Gas Hot Water Heater

1. Step One – Close Open Faucets.
2. Step Two – Turn On the Cold Water Supply.
3. Step Three – Light the Pilot Light.
4. Step Four – Turn the Gas Valve to On.
5. Step One – Close Open Faucets.
6. Step Two – Turn On the Cold Water Supply.
7. Step Three – Remove the Lock Out Safety Tag.

How do I reset my Whirlpool water heater?

Press the small reset button in the center of the thermal switch. If it’s tripped, you may be able to hear it click. Even if you do not hear the thermal switch click, try lighting the pilot using the instructions on the water heater’s label. If the Status Light now begins to flash, the thermal switch probably tripped.

How do I know if my Whirlpool water heater is working?

Check the power at the upper thermostat connection terminals that transfer power to the lower thermostat. If the tester shows no power at these terminals, then the upper thermostat is faulty. If power registers, then test the terminals at the lower element. If no power shows, the lower thermostat has failed.

Why won’t my water heaters turn on?

A water heater that produces no hot water may not be getting power, may have a tripped limit switch, or may have one or more failed heating elements. First, check the water heater’s circuit breaker in the service panel to make sure it hasn’t tripped. If the breaker has tripped, switch it off, then switch it back on.

Where is the pilot light on my 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.

How do you light the pilot on a Whirlpool water heater?

When lighting the pilot, make sure the knob on the gas control valve is fully pushed in. Keep the knob pushed in while repeatedly clicking the spark igniter button. Hold the knob in and click the igniter button repeatedly for 90 seconds. Newly installed water heaters have air in the gas line.

Is there a reset button on a whirlpool gas hot water heater?

The thermal switch has a small reset button. You may be able to hear it click if it’s tripped. If you don’t hear the thermal switch click, try lighting the pilot using the instructions on the label.

How do you turn on electric water heater?

Follow these steps to turn on your electric water heater:

1. Step 1: Check for Any Open Valves, or Faucets Close Them Up.
2. Step 2: Turn the Cold Water On.
3. Step 3: Take Out the Safety Tag.
4. Step 4: Turn on the Breaker.

Where is the thermostat on a whirlpool hot water heater?

If your water heater has only one thermostat, it is located behind the lower access cover. Remove the upper and lower element covers.

Where is reset button on hot water heater?

Somewhere on your electric water heater, you’ll find a reset button. It’s usually red and often located near the thermostat. It may also be hidden behind a removable metal panel on the unit—and then behind some insulation. Once you find the button, push and release it.

How do you tell which water heater is hot and cold?

Remove the cap and have someone watch while you turn on the cold supply. IF water comes out it is a cold pipe. If not, leave the cold on and then open the heater valve. If no water comes out then, it is a dead line.

Can I relight the pilot light by myself?

If your pilot light goes out, your furnace will not be able to produce heat because its burners will not ignite. Often, homeowners can relight the pilot themselves.

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 you light a pilot light?

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 reset button on gas water heater?

A water heater reset button, usually red, is located in the center of the limit switch just above the water heater thermostat. The water heater limit switch is a safety device that will shut the power down to the water heater if something malfunctions and the water gets to hot.

What causes hot water heater reset button to trip?

The high resistance caused by a loose wire produces a substantial amount of heat that can eventually cause fires. If there is a loose electrical connection within your water heater’s system, your reset button’s thermometer can trip (regardless of the water’s temperature) if it picks up the heat from that loose wire.

What would cause a gas hot water heater to stop working?

This could be because the gas line has air in itand needs to be purged. Or the gas supply valve is turned off. It should be in a parallel position with the gas pipe. Sometimes, the thermocouple could be defective, which is easy to replace yourself if you have any mechanical ability.

Does Whirlpool make water heaters?

As one of many different brands manufactured by A.O. Smith, a Whirlpool water heater brings all of the quality you’ve come to expect, along with features to ensure safety and longevity.