How do you check the pilot light on a Whirlpool water heater?
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. It may take several attempts to light the pilot.
Why is my gas hot water heater not working?
The other less common problem would be the gas valve. A bad gas valve will not allow any gas to go to the burner or pilot light. If the pilot light lights and then shuts off it is not the gas valve. If it won’t light at all, see the article, ‘ Fixing Hot Water Heater Gas Valves ‘ for the issues surrounding this device.
What to do if hot water heater does not flash?
Newly installed water heaters have air in the gas line. It may take several attempts to light the pilot. If the Status Light still does not flash, you’ll need to try to visually observe the pilot light by looking through the sight glass while lighting the pilot. Remove the outer door.
What to do if you have no hot water?
Remove the outer door. While keeping the pilot knob pressed in, press the igniter button and then look through the site glass for the pilot. The pilot will be a small blue flame up and to the left. The pilot can be hard to see. Turn the lights out in the room to better see the pilot.
What should you know about gas hot water heaters?
Natural gas is odorless. A chemical is added to alert people to a gas build up. Natural gas can explode. Caution needs to be exercised to make sure the gas is shut off and only turned on when the pilot is lit. Some repairs that result from gas hot water heater troubleshooting are fairly simple. Others may require some work.
Why is my whirlpool water heater not working?
Often something as simple as the gas being turned off can keep a new water heater from working. A newly installed gas water heater will have some air in the gas line. For this reason, it may take several attempts to light the pilot. Many times, the pilot will be lit, but it can be hard to see.
Is the whirlpool water heater gas or electric?
Whether it’s a gas or electric model, there’s a Whirlpool ® water heater just right for the peak demands of your household. Today’s units are energy-efficient, easy to maintain and outfitted with the latest innovations to provide your family with an abundant supply of hot water.
What to do if your gas hot water heater is not on?
The thermocouple provides a safety feature for a gas hot water tank. When the pilot is not on, the valve will not allow any gas to be delivered. See the article ‘ Hot Water Heater Pilot Light ‘, for the information on what to do . Did you check to see if the gas is on?
What can I do about my Whirlpool gas heater backflow?
Today, most homes have backflow prevention valves which stop water in your home from reentering the water supply. These valves can be in water softeners, pressure regulating valves or the water meter itself. Backflow prevention valves (also known as “check valves” prevent the expanded water from reentering the water main.
