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Old 10-12-2023, 01:15 PM
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Default Gas Hot Water Pilot Light Out
Noticed that the hot water was only warm last night after rain and wind. Turned off gas rather than try to reignite late evening. Never had this happen before. Read instructions this AM which states to reignite, turn gas control off, set Temperature dial to Pilot. Make sure no gas smell.

Then move gas control to pilot and press the Ignitor 3 or four times.

My concern is what would cause the Pilot light to go out in the first place? Is there any chance a downdraft could do that? Never happened before on this water heater. Any chance something more sinister is lurking in the background?

Any Thoughts appreciated.