This seems to be a common problem with these units.
I had the unit loose the pilot about 3 weeks ago. I re-lit it and all seemed fine until last night, it was out again. I got it to re light and start to heat the water but only for about 1 min. Now I can only light the pilot light but as soon as I let go of the black button the flame goes out before I can even turn it to on. After searching the internet, everyone says it is the thermocouple. Well I don't think that is the problem because I tested the thermocouple and it's voltage output is fine, 26.2 millivolts. The little glass thing in the bottom of the water heater is not broken and in tact as well.
I'm now thinking it is something in the thermostat (gas valve) itself. I find some replacements online through Grainger, but there are several that appear to be the same and I don't want to buy the wrong one.
immediate assistance is appreciated, cold showers suck!
Thanks.
I had the unit loose the pilot about 3 weeks ago. I re-lit it and all seemed fine until last night, it was out again. I got it to re light and start to heat the water but only for about 1 min. Now I can only light the pilot light but as soon as I let go of the black button the flame goes out before I can even turn it to on. After searching the internet, everyone says it is the thermocouple. Well I don't think that is the problem because I tested the thermocouple and it's voltage output is fine, 26.2 millivolts. The little glass thing in the bottom of the water heater is not broken and in tact as well.
I'm now thinking it is something in the thermostat (gas valve) itself. I find some replacements online through Grainger, but there are several that appear to be the same and I don't want to buy the wrong one.
immediate assistance is appreciated, cold showers suck!
Thanks.