How do I light the pilot on my water heater?
How to Light a Water Heater Pilot Light
- Open the door/cover over the pilot light access.
- Use a flashlight or a headlamp to find the burner inside.
- Turn the gas knob to “Pilot,” press and hold it down.
- While still holding the gas down, light that pilot.
How do you turn on a Rheem heater?
A Rheem water heater pilot light needs to be lit manually using the piezo ignitor striker built into the water heater.
- Rotate the gas knob on your Rheem water heater clockwise until it is in position.
- Rotate the water-heater temperature dial counter-clockwise until it is set to the lowest temperature setting.
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.
Why does the pilot light keep going out on water heater?
If the pilot light goes out, the thermocouple senses the drop in temperature and signals for the gas valve to close. If you have a faulty thermocouple is the most common reason that your pilot light is malfunctioning. Over time your water heater will collect dirt, dust and other kinds of debris.
How long does it take for a Rheem water heater to heat up?
The average gas heater takes between 30 and 40 minutes to fully heat up the water in its tank. The average electric heater takes about twice as long as the average gas heater to fully heat up the water in its tank, so you can expect it to take between an hour and an hour and 20 minutes to heat up.
Can I manually light my gas water heater?
How to light a manual water heater. Turn the water temperature dial to Low and the On/Off/Pilot dial to Pilot. 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.
Can you manually light a 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 does a pilot light work on a Rheem water heater?
Rheem water-heater pilots need to be manually lit using the piezo ignitor striker built into the water-heater. It’s important to know how to light the pilot on your water-heater, because you should always turn the pilot light off if you are leaving your home for an extended vacation. If you run out of hot water, check the pilot light.
What to do if your Rheem hot water heater won’t light?
Although Rheem recommends that you call a professional for any water heater repair, you can sometimes diagnose and correct the problem yourself. Open the valve on the gas line by turning the handle until it is parallel to the gas pipe. Turn the gas control knob to the “Pilot” position and push it in.
How can I see the pilot light on my water heater?
You can see the pilot light through the viewing window on the water-heater’s inner door. Continue to hold down the red button for one minute after the pilot is lit, and then release it.