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    Mar 12, 2013, 04:53 PM
    Bradfordwhite hot water will not stay lit it will relight OK but might stay for 5 day
    Hot water heater stays lit for 5 days or maybe 3hrs I can relight it OK but won't stay lit.
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    Mar 13, 2013, 12:37 AM
    Time to change the thermocouple, see the image below, Thanks.

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    Mar 13, 2013, 05:13 PM
    How old is the water heater. Im betting you have a combustion air problem. Could be dirty combustion air screens, or plugged anti explostion device. I suggest calling Bradford White's tech support number with your model and serial number and have them walk you through the steps to take. Most newer water heaters are a bit more involved than the old ones, and simply replacing the thermocouple is more of a job than it used to be, and many times does not cure the issue.
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