How To Light a Pilot Light – HVAC Heating

Steps to Light a Pilot Light

  1. Determine That You Actually Have a Standing Pilot Gas System
  2. Check to Make Sure You Have Fuel
  3. Understand the Valve Function
  4. Light the Pilot Light
  5. Enjoy the Warmth

How To Light a Pilot Light

How To Light a Pilot Light – Standing pilot gas furnaces and water heaters are still around today even in newer homes. All the major hardware stores and HVAC dealers carry standing pilot appliances. Although a new standing pilot gas furnace or boiler is rare finds these days. Because of the move to higher efficiency models and the wide use of electronic ignition technology which improves efficiency.

Before you proceed you’ll want to determine if you actually have a standing pilot system in your HVAC furnace, boiler, or water heater.

In many cases, on many appliances, there are basic instructions on lighting it, in fact, you do have a standing pilot system. Check around the main panel or look at the gas valve itself. Sometimes, especially on older appliances, there are no instructions on it if the pilot light goes out on a standing pilot gas furnace, boiler, or water heater.

The label or sticker on the furnace, boiler, or water heater faded a long time ago and you will need to follow the instructions in this article. (more…)