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Can you replace a thermocouple yourself?
It’s easy to replace and a new one costs $5 to $10. Rather than trying to unfasten the thermocouple inside the water heater’s burning chamber, it’s easier to remove the whole burner and thermocouple assembly.
Why won’t my Richmond hot water heater stay lit?
If your gas water heater doesn’t stay lit, you may have a defective thermocouple. Most gas fired water heaters use a standing pilot to ignite the main burner. The gas for the pilot assembly is supplied by the main gas valve and is monitored by the thermocouple.
How long does a thermocouple last on a water heater?
How Long Should a Water Heater Thermocouple Last? If properly installed and maintained, thermocouples can last for up to 10 years.
What tools do I need to change a thermocouple?
Use an adjustable wrench as needed to remove thermocouple from the gas valve. Detach the thermocouple from the pilot assembly. Some thermocouples can be pulled free, while others require screws to be detached with a screwdriver first.
How do you troubleshoot a Richmond gas water heater?
Troubleshooting a Richmond Water Heater
- Check to make sure that the water is on and that it flows. Check to make sure that there is no hot water in other parts of the home as well.
- Check all power and gas supplies, as applicable.
- There may be some kind of switch that isolates the power.
- Check for any error codes.
Can you bypass a water heater thermocouple?
Realistically, you have just disabled the thermocouple, but you can also reach in and unclip it from its holding bracket where it meets the pilot light. In most cases it will be held on with a gravity clip, but some are held on with a screw that must be removed with a small screwdriver.
How much does it cost to replace a water heater thermocouple?
Thermocouple – $20 to $150 The thermocouple is an apparatus that senses whether the pilot light is lit and triggers the gas control valve. Repairs typically cost about $150 to have it done professionally, though a new thermocouple itself only costs about $20 on average.
What is the Richmond™ gasket replacement kit with thermocouple?
Loading… The Richmond™ Gasket Replacement Kit with Thermocouple contains everything that you need to replace the thermocouple and burner gasket on your Richmond™ FVIR gas water heater. The kit is required anytime the burner door is removed from the unit so that the gasket can be replaced to ensure a proper seal.
What do you need to replace a Richmond water heater gasket?
The Richmond™ Gasket Replacement Kit with Thermocouple contains everything that you need to replace the thermocouple and burner gasket on your Richmond™ FVIR gas water heater. The kit is required anytime the burner door is removed from the unit so that the gasket can be replaced to ensure a proper seal.
How to replace a water heater thermocouple?
Step 1. Disconnect the water heater’s gas supply. Step 2. Remove the water heater’s burner assembly cover. Step 3. Remove the water heater burner assembly. Step 4. Remove the gasket from the manifold cover plate. Step 5. Remove the old water heater thermocouple. Step 6. Install the new water heater thermocouple. Step 7.
Can I buy the Richmond™ gasket replacement kit at Menards?
Copy and paste the link below to share! Not available for purchase online. Please visit a Menards store for information and to purchase. Loading… The Richmond™ Gasket Replacement Kit with Thermocouple contains everything that you need to replace the thermocouple and burner gasket on your Richmond™ FVIR gas water heater.