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    Boondocks101 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 26, 2009, 10:36 AM
    Hot water heater explodes when burner comes on
    When the water needs to be heated ( I use propane) the gas burner comes on but the gas builds up until it explodes in a BOOM! Usually blowing out the pilot when it happens. If it does lite correctly the burner will shut off after about a minute without fully heating the water.
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    Oct 26, 2009, 10:58 AM
    Stop using the water heater until a ON Site professional services it. Propane can hurt you.
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