Official Reliance/Ward gas water heater parts

Top reasons why your Reliance/Ward gas water heater won't heat water

• Pilot light not lit. Check to see if the pilot lot is on. Light the pilot if it's off.
• Check the gas supply. Make sure that the gas cut-off valve is fully open and that you have an adequate gas supply provided to the water heater.
• Bad thermocouple. If the pilot won't stay lit and the gas supply is okay, then a faulty thermocouple may be keeping the pilot from staying lit. Replace the thermocouple if it's bad.
• Failed gas valve assembly. A bad gas valve assembly won't allow any gas to flow to the pilot or the burner. Replace the gas valve assembly if it's bad.

Maintenance tips for your Relaince/Ward gas water heater

• Flush tank sediment every 6 months. It is recommended that you drain the tank and flush sediment out of the tank every six months. Sediment can build up and interfere with water heating if you don't regularly drain and flush the tank.
• Visually inspect the vent system annually. Look for obstructions or damage to the vent system. Make sure that ventilation air paths aren't obstructed.
• Check piping systems for leaks yearly. Repair or replace any leaking pipes or water fittings.
• Annually inspect gas lines and the burner for damage or corrosion. Have a service technician repair any damaged gas lines or replace the gas burner if it's damaged.