There are many reasons to consider why a gas heater won’t function properly. Problems can range from an appliance that will not turn on, won’t heat, pilot won’t light, pilot won’t stay lit, blower won’t blow or stop blowing, and finally the most annoying one of all is loud noises. Most of these reasons are not life threatening but you should definitely be alarmed if a natural gas heater is leaking gas. Not only is a gas leak highly toxic to your family, it is also one of the leading causes of house fires. Gas water heaters are a little bit different in that they typically do not spring leaks or refuse to come on. Usual problems with a gas water heater include a bad pilot, water leaks, and corrosion. Older models corrode with time because they lack protective materials and finishes that are now required of all household appliances.
If your heater won’t turn on, always begin by first taking a look at your breaker box. Most repairmen will begin there because a tripped circuit or blown fuse can prevent a heater from functioning properly. Next, ensure that the switch is in the on position. If the motor is overloaded it will not turn on. Turn off the heater or furnace and wait about thirty minutes before attempting to reset it. Finally, you should check the pilot light and gas source. If the appliance is not receiving gas the pilot light will go out. The pilot will remain out until you relight it. If the pilot will not relight then you definitely have a gas supply problem which will need to be handled by the gas company because they are in charge of the supply channels.
Gas furnaces and heaters tend to stop blowing heat at the most inopportune times. Begin by checking the thermostat to ensure that it is set properly. Next, check the filter to see if it is clogged. Replace a clogged filter before continuing to troubleshoot. A clean filter also increases the energy efficiency of your unit. If the filter is fine, check the blower to make sure the motor is running. Some blowers have a separate fuse or power source so definitely check both of those before moving on. Blowers have belts that can become dislodged or broken. If all of these check out and the unit still does not blow warm air then it is highly likely that your burner is dirty which will need cleaned by a professional. Water heaters and portable gas heaters have a different set of troubleshooting steps for each type of problem so you will definitely need to refer to the owner’s manual for more information.
Troubleshooting Tips for a Gas Heater
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