Gas pilot won’t stay lit

Causes

Loose or faulty thermocouple

Pilot flame set too low

Electronic pilot ignition faulty

Listed under: gas, heating, Services

Cause

Loose or faulty thermocouple

Repair

  • tighten thermocouple nut slightly; if there is no change, replace thermocouple

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Cause

Pilot flame set too low

Repair

  • set pilot flame higher

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Cause

Electronic pilot ignition faulty

Repair

  • contact gas supply company

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