Water Heater gas starter question

[Jason0151]

Hi All,
I have a new Big Country and having a bit of an issue with my water heater. I live quite a way from my dealer so I am hoping this is something I can handle myself. It seems that when I am running on gas, some times the igniter does not light the gas? It sits and clicks for a while but then does not light. Sometimes it does light. Any ideas from anyone?

Thanks,
Jason

 

[Tankie]

Jason,

We have a 09 bighorn that does the same thing. I turn off the gas switch for 5 min. and it starts. I am not sure what the problem is, I plan on contacting a dealer. I am interested in hearing from others. Thanks

 

[SmokeyBare]

Best rule always for both the Water Heater as well as the Furnace...

IF... it does not light at first... turn the appliance off for 5 minutes... let the electrical circuit board reset... then try again. If for some reason it did not light... the built in protection prevents gas from flowing... the 5 minute wait allows this condition to clear so you can try again.