Problem:

Not enough hot water

Water takes too long to get hot

Hot water is loud

Pilot light will not stay lit

Solution:

· The thermostat may be too low, increase the temperature.

· There may be lime of sediment in the tank.

· Low gas pressure.

· The thermostat may be set too low.

· Make sure there is not a leak, otherwise the tank will need to be replaced.

· Steam pocket occurred.

· Sediment in the tank.

· Low water pressure.

· Condensation can build up and drip onto the burner.

· Make sure that the thermocouple is connected to the thermostat.

· Make sure that the thermocouple is secured near the pilot light.

· Thermocouple may have failed or is faulty.

· Condensation may be extinguishing the pilot light.

· Dirt or air may be in the gas line.

· Pilot light may be clogged.

· Make sure gas is on.

Drain valve is leaking

Tank is leaking

Pressure relief valve is leaking

Condensation on the water heater

There are many problems and different situations that can occur with any water heater, whether it is gas or electric. Whether or not you are prepared for that certain situation will decide whether or not you will loose or save money. These simple problems and ways to find a solution will help you solve the most common situations. Anything that may occur that is not listed above should receive professional attention. Do not attempt to fix a problem without help. A water heater can cause serious damage to someone who does not know what they are doing. Water heaters contain extremely hot water which can leave you permanently burned and scared.

· Gas pressure may be low.

· If other gas appliances are not working contact utility company.

· Use slip joint pliers to turn valve all the way closed.

· May need to be replaced is continues to leak.

· Determine whether leak is coming from valves or pipes.

· Determine whether or not the leak is due to condensation.

· Tank may need to be replaced if leak continues.

· The water temperature may be too high you will need to turn it down.

· The water pressure may be too high.

· The valve is faulty and needs to be replaced.

· The condensation can disrupt the external ventilation and condensation of the water heater.