- Rotate the gas knob on your Rheem water heater clockwise until it is in position.
- Rotate the water-heater temperature dial counter-clockwise until it is set to the lowest temperature setting.
How do you light the pilot on a Rheem?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8Vv4ia1On0
How do you reset a Rheem gas water heater?
Turn the water heater's gas valve switch to the "OFF" position, wait for a few seconds and then flip the switch to the "ON" position to reset the system.
How do you light a Rheem 40 gallon gas water heater?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-ww5LpDuIE
How do I light the pilot on my water heater?
- Open the door/cover over the pilot light access. ...
- Use a flashlight or a headlamp to find the burner inside. ...
- Turn the gas knob to “Pilot,” press and hold it down. ...
- While still holding the gas down, light that pilot.
Can you manually light a water heater with electronic pilot?
* Caution: Most modern water heaters no longer use standing pilots. They use electronic ignition to ignite the gas. Do not attempt to manually light an electronic ignition system. ... If the pilot light will not re-light, the problem could be a clogged pilot line or orifice, or gas is not reaching the water heater.
How do I reset my Rheem electric water heater?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKQENnbPQN4
What does it mean when your water heater won't light?
If you have a natural or propane gas water heater, chances are the pilot has gone out. ... If the pilot doesn't relight, if it goes out right after lighting or if it goes out repeatedly, by far the most common cause is a bad thermocouple.
Can you manually light a gas water heater with electronic ignition?
* Caution: Most modern water heaters no longer use standing pilots. They use electronic ignition to ignite the gas. Do not attempt to manually light an electronic ignition system. ... If the pilot light will not re-light, the problem could be a clogged pilot line or orifice, or gas is not reaching the water heater.
Is there a reset button on a Rheem hot water heater?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVlMdb_U7mo
How do you light a electronic ignition water heater?