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Originally Posted by Digger
There is NO pilot light, the burner is either on or it's off.... Also, set the temp to highest setting "5" to increase the gas flow and make it easier to light.
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The burner (and the dial-to-adjust needle valve which sets the flow rate, on the front panel) ARE everyday water heater "pilot light" components. Gas flow is set with a #10 needle valve, adjusted by the dial on the front. (It connects DIRECTLY to the needle.) In today's typical water heaters, they let this burner run continuously -- because most of the heat flows upwards and helps to keep the water warm. At a maximum burn rate of about 650 BTUH, our "pilot light" is a bit larger than some- but not unusual, not at all.
Ed's suggestion is really good. When flame isn't yet present, and the metal is cold, it's a good idea to turn it all the way up when you attempt to light it.
