Let me explain the situation. I replaced the thermocouple, and noticed a small nut on the tube for the pilot light. It has a hole in it and a once in a while a small flame will appear...is this normal or should I replace that also? Just wondering Im not sure how these things work.
2007-03-24 03:27:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The hole in the nut, is supposed to be there...its factory made...I tighted up everything and was just wondering if someone could explain why the light keeps going out.
2007-03-24 04:01:22 · update #1
If I could post of photo of it I would....its actually easy to see then someone might know what Im talking about
2007-03-24 10:55:39 · update #2
How old is the water heater? If it is relatively new, I would replace this, especially if it keeps going out. This is just an annoyance, and shouldn't be a danger as there are safety shutoffs involved. But if the whole thing is getting say close to 10 to 15 years old, I would say go ahead and replace the whole water heater.
2007-03-24 03:39:14 · answer #1 · answered by chazzer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should replace it if there is fire comming out of a hole that shouldn't even be there ! That hole is "GAS LEAK " and that's why it's igniting ! But until you do , it is a GOOD thing the gas that is leaking is also being burned off , so it doesn't fill up your house , but still , ANY GAS LEAK is very DANGEROUS , and should be replaced or repaired AT ONCE !! Good luck , and I hope you or anyone who lives with you doesn't smoke ! If there is a window near the hot water tank ,then keep it open , even just a little to let out fumes. Unless that too is making a draft and can also keep blowing out pilot. Just please fix it , you will feel { and be } a lot safer !!! Good Luck !!
2007-03-24 03:54:12 · answer #2 · answered by K.Heat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem. It was a newer water heater less than 5 yrs old. What I discovered was that condensation was accumulating in the exhaust flue and dripping down onto the burner. I put a dehumidifier in the room and the problem stopped.
2007-03-24 03:38:27 · answer #3 · answered by Bad Samaritan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not sure what you'er talking about with a hole in a nut. It doesn't sound right. If you know any plumbers call and ask them . Sorry.
2007-03-24 04:56:11 · answer #4 · answered by paulbaby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋