How to Light Wall Heater Pilot
If your home has a wall heater that uses a pilot light to ignite the burner, it’s important to know how to properly light the pilot. A pilot light that won’t stay lit can be frustrating and may cause your heater to stop working altogether. Follow these steps to safely light your wall heater’s pilot light.
- Find the pilot light on your wall heater
- This is usually a small knob or switch near the bottom of the unit
- Turn the knob or switch to the “on” position
- You may need to hold it down for a few seconds
- Use a lighter or match to ignite the pilot light
- Hold the flame to the opening for 30 seconds or until you see the pilot light stay lit
- Once the pilot light is lit, turn the knob or switch back to the “off” position
Wall Heater Pilot Light Won’t Light
If your wall heater pilot light won’t light, the problem could be with the gas line, the igniter, or the thermocouple. If you’re not sure what’s causing the problem, it’s best to call a professional. Here are some things you can check on your own:
First, make sure there is gas flowing to the heater. Check the valve at the natural gas meter and make sure it is turned on. Next, check that the pilot light tube is clear.
If it is clogged, use a wire to clear it out. If those two things don’t fix the problem, then it’s likely that either the igniter or thermocouple is bad and needs to be replaced. The igniter is what actually lights the pilot light flame and if it’s defective, you’ll need to replace it.
The thermocouple is a safety device that keeps gas from flowing if there isn’t a flame lit. If yours is defective, you’ll also need to replace it. If you’re not comfortable working with gas lines or replacing parts on your own, then your best bet is to call a professional who can do it for you quickly and safely.
How Do You Light a Pilot Light on a Wall Heater?
If your wall heater has a pilot light, you may need to light it if the power goes out or if the pilot light goes out. Here’s how to do it:
1. Locate the pilot light on your wall heater. It should be near the bottom of the unit.
2. Look for the small knob or lever next to the pilot light. This is usually located above or below the pilot light itself.
3. Turn the knob or lever to “on.” You may hear a clicking sound as you do this.
4. Use a long match or lighter to ignite the pilot light by holding it close to the burner and drawing it towards you while depressing the igniter button (if there is one).
Keep doing this until you see flames coming from within the burner area around where the pilots normally sit inside their little cages.
How Do You Manually Light a Gas Wall Heater?
Assuming you have a gas wall heater that is already installed:
- Locate the pilot light. This is usually a small knob or lever near the bottom of the unit with the word “pilot” next to it.
- Turn the knob or lever to the “on” position. You may hear a clicking sound as you do this.
- Use a long match or lighter to ignite the pilot light. Hold the flame to the pilot light for 30 seconds or more until you see the flame start to catch.
- Once the pilot light is lit, turn on your gas wall heater by moving the switch next to the pilot light to the “on” position.
Can I Relight the Pilot Light by Myself?
If your gas furnace or water heater isn’t working, the first thing you should check is the pilot light. If it’s out, you can relight it yourself by following these simple steps: First, locate the pilot light assembly on your furnace or water heater.
It will be near the bottom of the unit and have a small metal tube coming out of it. Next, turn off the gas to the unit by rotating the knob to the “off” position. Wait a few minutes for any residual gas to dissipate before proceeding.
Now it’s time to relight the pilot light. Use a long match or lighter to ignite the gas coming out of the tube. Once lit, hold down on the button next to the igniter until you hear the burner click on it (this means that gas is flowing).
Release the button and wait for about a minute to make sure that everything is working properly. Finally, turn on your furnace or water heater by rotating the knob back to its original position and enjoy warm air or hot water once again!
How Do You Light the Pilot Light on an Old Wall Furnace?
If your wall furnace is equipped with a standing pilot light, lighting the pilot is easy. Simply follow these steps:
- Locate the pilot light assembly on your furnace. This is usually located near the bottom of the unit.
- Look for the knob or lever that controls the gas flow to the pilot light. In most cases, this will be labeled “Pilot” or “Gas.”
- Turn on the gas supply by turning the knob or lever to the “On” position. You may hear a clicking sound as the gas ignites.
- Use a long match or lighter to ignite the pilot light flame. Hold the flame in front of the opening where gas flows into the pilot light assembly until you see a steady blue flame burning steadily.
How to light a wall heater pilot.
Conclusion
There are a few things you need to do in order to light a wall heater pilot. First, you need to make sure that the gas is turned on. Second, you need to find the pilot light opening.
Third, you need to use a lighter or match to ignite the pilot light. Finally, you need to hold down the reset button for about 60 seconds.
