Rheem Gas Water Heater Flame Sensor

A thermocouple or flame sensor is a device used to control gas flow in gas water heaters on older style heaters with standing pilot lights the device is typically called a thermocouple while on newer units with electronic ignition the same or virtually the same device is called a flame sensor for our purposes we ll refer to both devices as the thermocouple.

Rheem gas water heater flame sensor.

The next step should be to clean the intake of the water heater. Be sure to browse our impressive line of sustainable high efficiency tankless water heaters gas tank water heaters and the most efficient water heater. Flame sensor wire 42 in. With most models your first step should be to press the tco thermal reset button which is located on the front of the combustion door.

Rheem sp15129 water heater flame sensor w gasket mounting screw. Rheem flame sensors rheem flame sensors. Quick connect to male molex pin 45 25323 02 flame sensor wire. Free shipping on your first order shipped by amazon.

A flame sensor detects heat coming from the burners. All brands rheem checkins repair. Free slots for orders with water heaters boilers and other bulky items only available in select areas of. The rheem manufacturing company produces a line of water heaters air conditioners and furnaces for both homes and businesses.

Get it as soon as mon aug 31. Most of the problems with a rheem gas water heater will be related to the fvir lockout. All pros listed are independent dealer owned. This is a safety mechanism.

Whether you need high water delivery or low energy costs or both we have your next water heater. Certain rheem water gas water heater models feature electronic controls with a flammable vapor sensor installed on the bottom portion of the water heater unit. With a full line of rheem tank and tankless water heaters to choose from there s sure to be one that s the right fit for your family. A burner with no flame may release gas into the air.

Bought a home depot gas rheem 50 gallon performance power vented hot water heater january 2017 and like some of the reviews i read on it the flammable vapour sensor did eventually fail. Romalon 62 23543 01 furnace burner flame sensor compatible with rheem 2pack 3 9 out of 5 stars 4. This sensor is designed to shut off your water heater system to prevent fires in case flammable vapors are present within the area.