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    reneofc Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 25, 2007, 10:28 AM
    Cannot light Pilot Light on Water Heater
    My water heater is located in my attic. After Katrina, I had to repair my damaged roof and it seems that the attic fan went out. Since then my water heater pilot light has repeatedly gone out. I can re-light it usually, but the lack of air up in the attic causes the light to go out. Presently, the light has gone out and I cannot relight it. What can I do, other than call a plumber to check out the unit?
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    Feb 25, 2007, 11:06 AM
    If there was not enough air in your attic to light a pilot then you also would not be breathing. The problem may be very simple but the possibility of other issues and the possibility of setting your house on fire I suggest you get it repaired by a licensed plumber.
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    Mar 20, 2007, 08:57 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by reneofc
    My water heater is located in my attic. After Katrina, I had to repair my damaged roof and it seems that the attic fan went out. Since then my water heater pilot light has repeatedly gone out. I can re-light it usually, but the lack of air up in the attic causes the light to go out. Presently, the light has gone out and I cannot relight it. What can I do, other than call a plumber to check out the unit?
    Replace the thermocouple that's all you have to do or clean it with sandpaper.
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