2004 Atwood Water Heater Cycling
Hey gang,
I am, admittedly behind on water heater maintenance. A family health emergency has put me in a position where I hope to address this problem quickly and then do more thorough maintenance when I get caught up. Hoping you can help me pinpoint the most likely culprit.
The propane water heater is a striker fired 10 gallon unit. Sometimes it works fine. Others it fires up… then after 10 to 20 seconds I can hear the flame begin to fade until the valve abruptly shuts off. Repeat a half dozen or so times until it finally gives up and the red light on the panel lights up. I cycle the switch and the whole process begins again… occasionally completing the heating cycle without the red light coming on.
I know there are several causes of water heater problems, but these symptoms sure seem specific to me.
Thoughts?
I am, admittedly behind on water heater maintenance. A family health emergency has put me in a position where I hope to address this problem quickly and then do more thorough maintenance when I get caught up. Hoping you can help me pinpoint the most likely culprit.
The propane water heater is a striker fired 10 gallon unit. Sometimes it works fine. Others it fires up… then after 10 to 20 seconds I can hear the flame begin to fade until the valve abruptly shuts off. Repeat a half dozen or so times until it finally gives up and the red light on the panel lights up. I cycle the switch and the whole process begins again… occasionally completing the heating cycle without the red light coming on.
I know there are several causes of water heater problems, but these symptoms sure seem specific to me.
Thoughts?
