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What is a pilot light?
A pilot light serves to ignite the gas when the furnace is turned on. It stays lit continuously.
A pilot light serves to ignite the gas when the furnace is turned on. It stays lit continuously.
The pilot light should emit a steady, blue flame. Flickering or no flame indicates a problem.
The pilot light should emit a steady, blue flame. Flickering or no flame indicates a problem.
Assess the pilot light status
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Relight the pilot light
Turn the gas valve to the pilot position, hold down the reset button, and ignite the pilot light using a match.
Turn the gas valve to the pilot position, hold down the reset button, and ignite the pilot light using a match.
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Ensure the pilot light stays lit
If it goes out again immediately, there may be an issue with the thermocouple or gas supply.
If it goes out again immediately, there may be an issue with the thermocouple or gas supply.
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Guess the word!
This regulates the flow of gas to the furnace's burner.
This regulates the flow of gas to the furnace's burner.
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Answer: Gas Valve
Inspect thermocouple
The thermocouple is a safety device that senses the pilot light's heat. Inspect the thermocouple for damages.
The thermocouple is a safety device that senses the pilot light's heat. Inspect the thermocouple for damages.
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Ensure proper gas supply
A closed gas valve will prevent the pilot light from igniting. If you suspect a gas leak, evacuate.
A closed gas valve will prevent the pilot light from igniting. If you suspect a gas leak, evacuate.
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