How to Replace the Burner Assembly in a Gas Water Heater

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  • Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024

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  • @jasonjwright23
    @jasonjwright23 Год назад +10

    To say you saved me and my family is understatement. We are family of 5 who had to take cold showers for almost 3 weeks. I owe you big-time. A huge THANK YOU from the Wright family out here in California.

    • @Satoshi-yd7lj
      @Satoshi-yd7lj Год назад +3

      Cold showers are extremely good for your health by the way.

  • @miken8820
    @miken8820 6 месяцев назад +2

    Dude, you just saved me untold hundreds of dollars. Maybe thousands I don't know. Anyway you made that simple, clear, and just plain smart and easy for the do-it-yourselfer and not forgetting all the safety features.
    Thank you.

  • @rogerdiaz7464
    @rogerdiaz7464 4 года назад +7

    Roger is the easiest guy to follow and understand when accomplishing a DIY project. Thank you.

  • @danielleelise2.0
    @danielleelise2.0 2 года назад +5

    Thank you so much! This video was so easy to understand and follow! I’m a single woman who’s a new homeowner and not used to fixing such things. So simple and saved a lot of cash!

  • @MikeSmith-fe3ng
    @MikeSmith-fe3ng 4 года назад +4

    A true professional. Easy to understand and follow and no steps were left out. This is how instructional videos should be done. Thank you.

  • @briandavitt4251
    @briandavitt4251 2 года назад +1

    bless you my friend! you saved me money and got my hot water working again.

  • @crownmajesty
    @crownmajesty 5 лет назад +7

    You just saved me big bucks. Thank You!!

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад +1

      @Majesty I’m assuming this worked for you?

  • @shyuugaheero2614
    @shyuugaheero2614 2 года назад

    You sir. I can't thank you enough. My area was hit by flood waters and plumbers are busy till December. After being without hot water for several days, I finally was able to get the hot water heater working again after watching this video. I thank you and my children thank you.

  • @amandacernich1183
    @amandacernich1183 2 года назад +1

    I'm a newly single mother with no experience in this area but watching your video is giving me confidence that I can do . thank u

  • @apocalypsequicksilver4818
    @apocalypsequicksilver4818 5 лет назад +3

    Holiday weekend. This was priceless.

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад

      @Apocalypse Quicksilver did it work for you?

    • @MMSieBreeze
      @MMSieBreeze 3 года назад

      @@RogerWakefield excuse me sir, i trust you over any other youtube channel. My brother in law told me to youtube how to disassemble/reassemble my water heater to make repairs. Ive been a certified automotive tech for over 9 years so im not new to taking things apart and putting them back together, i just want to make sure i do it correctly. I havent been able to find a manual for proper tear down/ repair of the thermostat/elements. If you could point me in the right direction....please

  • @docmikec
    @docmikec Год назад

    Thank You So Much. The spark ignitor on my gas water heater went bad and so I hadx to replace this burner assembly. I was quite anxious about it because I am not at all handy when it comes to plumbing issues. But with an estimate of between $600 and $800 dollars to get a professional to do it- I decided to give it a try myself. Less than $140 dollars for the part and about an hour of my time- Job Complete and hot water restored! Thanks again Roger for the simple and straight forward instructions! If I can do it- anyone can!!

  • @willfuqua8374
    @willfuqua8374 Год назад

    Wanted to say thanks for the straight forward instructions...it is really confidence building to have a consummate professional helping you to understand a process.

  • @omcbob37
    @omcbob37 2 года назад +3

    Great video. One important note - some Honeywell control valves use a left-handed thread on the gas line connection, so need to be careful when first disconnecting the line to avoid damaging the threads in the control valve.

    • @redhaylo909
      @redhaylo909 Год назад +1

      Best comment ever!!! Thank you for this!

    • @jakecheesbrough2905
      @jakecheesbrough2905 Год назад

      Hey I know your comment is a year old but thank you so much. I had already stripped the grip but then saw your comment, and with a bolt extractor kit was able to get it off. I hope you're having a wonderful day.

    • @omcbob37
      @omcbob37 Год назад

      Not sure why some of them use a left-hand thread and some don't. Hope your repair turned out OK.@@jakecheesbrough2905

  • @DJAlphaMusic
    @DJAlphaMusic Год назад

    just did it for the first time. Changed the burner assembly and we've got hot water! thank you so much for all you do! Just subscribed! Saved me $1500 on what the repairman was gonna charge me for replacing the water heater!

  • @dexameth86
    @dexameth86 9 месяцев назад

    You explain things beautifully! Right to the point, clean and clear, and little tricks to help along the way. Keep up the great work! (you helped me a LOT today)

  • @nycdesign4759
    @nycdesign4759 3 года назад

    Thank you for these videos! For a new home owner, these videos are gems! I will recommend this channel to everyone I know!

  • @VinhLe-ud1nd
    @VinhLe-ud1nd 4 года назад +2

    Thanks Mr. Roger W.

  • @damm1957
    @damm1957 2 года назад

    I like how you explain each step easily for us novices.

  • @dntlss
    @dntlss 3 года назад

    Your a great teacher man,i know how to do this but i like to watch other people doing it plus you can always pick up a few tips,I'm changing my gas valve right now but I'm taking my time, i figured 3 days of cold showers will make me appreciate what i have and make me realize how fortunate i am,in some countries people dont even now what a gas heater is,lol

  • @stephenbaldwin1620
    @stephenbaldwin1620 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the videos. Very expertly done and very, very informative.
    I knew that replacing the burner in my water heater would be pretty simple (for me any way), but your video of the process confirmed it.
    Thank you for helping those of us who choose to help ourselves.

  • @stevetheplumberbreeding7402
    @stevetheplumberbreeding7402 11 месяцев назад

    You made it look so easy buddy!! I prefer to change the whole assembly as well!! I recently had to replace the thermo coupler assembly,they didn't have the whole burner assembly unfortunately for me lol😅 no fun

  • @hollis3853
    @hollis3853 3 месяца назад

    Great Video Presentation... Well done and well explained.
    Thank you...

  • @mannyramirez5686
    @mannyramirez5686 5 лет назад +3

    I have been watching your channel for sometime now. I appreciate your hard work and content. Keep it coming!

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад +1

      @manny ramirez thank you so much. Are you in plumbing?

    • @jhenry0688
      @jhenry0688 2 года назад

      @@RogerWakefield wondered what pro like you site would recommend in this case? I'm trying to get into the burner to clean & vacuum, I have everything disconnected, except the burner hose seems glued to the valve box. I've given it everything I have & the nut on the hose won't budge. Seems loc tighted or something very strange is going on. Any advice?? I don't want to rip the valve off of the tank, but that's what's taking all the torque..

  • @darrelljourdan9926
    @darrelljourdan9926 Год назад

    Very good info. Seen other videos from plumbers that did not shut off gas line ball valve. Not a safe procedure.

  • @norma8969
    @norma8969 Год назад

    Thank you for your explanation, very easy to understand.

  • @motherflipper4480
    @motherflipper4480 4 года назад +1

    Excellent video. I'm going to give it a go.

  • @nivaldo758
    @nivaldo758 2 года назад

    Very good video. It makes many people live easy.

  • @donnybrook8051
    @donnybrook8051 Год назад

    It's been mentioned many times already, but thank you for doing these videos!!

  • @jackoesterlejr.3454
    @jackoesterlejr.3454 2 года назад

    Thank You! But mine is old school 2000 no electronics! Always Be Blessed!

  • @solgee1498
    @solgee1498 3 года назад

    good job explaining and showing clearly how its done

  • @nathanrathbun2619
    @nathanrathbun2619 3 года назад +3

    How do you affix the brass nut to the smooth gas pipe leading to pilot? It came separate from the assembly from the distributor. Your video shows it already attached.

  • @JavaRatusso
    @JavaRatusso 5 лет назад +4

    A month ago, the water line braided hose sprang a good leak from the top of the gas hot water heater. I turned off the gas and water supplies. Replaced the bad supply line. Turned the gas and water back on. Successfully lit the pilot then adjusted the control valve for medium heat. The burner lit as expected. Then.... A month later, a major water leak occured.
    Due to living in a 35 yr old Mobil home here in Texas, the place has sunk into the clay to the point that it takes a really skinny person to attempt any repair needed. This caused us (mom 87 and myself 60, disabled and not skinny lol) to be without running water for 3 weeks.
    We are too poor living on social security to just call for a plumber. The PVC leak was inaccessible even to my 69 yr old skinny brother who came from Muskogee to help us. We had to cut thru the floor of mom's prized back porch of solid wood planks ... ugg. We got it fixed. Porch went back together just fine. We now had running water albeit cold only. Here's the current issue ( I know I'm long winded)
    When I try lighting the gas water heater.... The pilot goes out as the gas control valve attempts to light the burner. A completely yellow fire ball ignites with a woosh consuming the available oxygen and blowing out the pilot. Vents are clear. I know I have to get to the burner which lead me to Googling the issue. I was pleased to see the assembly is available.... But I wanted to see a walk thru of the procedure, thus, I turned to RUclips. Lo and behold (cue angelic music) there you are Roger... Like God sent "Video Plumber advice on-demand" who else but a fellow Texan rides in to save the day like the Lone Ranger.
    Your video was exactly what I needed to realize that I can do the job. Thanks for the safety tips also. Liked and subbed.
    Alvarado Texas

    • @jjseed3407
      @jjseed3407 4 года назад +1

      Your pilot and or main line is rusted causing gas leak that blows out the pilot. Need to replace whole assembly probly

    • @tripjet999
      @tripjet999 3 года назад +1

      @@jjseed3407 "probably"

  • @jeanpierrenoles9227
    @jeanpierrenoles9227 4 года назад +1

    Thanks you so much, you’ were very helpful. 🙏🏽👍🏽

  • @bobrohrmann1518
    @bobrohrmann1518 3 месяца назад

    I just replaced both the control valve and burner assembly on a Bradford White propane water heater. The reason I had to replace the burner assembly was because I did not know the burner tube nut has left hand thread so the propane model.

  • @miken8820
    @miken8820 6 месяцев назад

    And your mustache is just top of the line.

  • @none9884
    @none9884 Месяц назад

    Excellent video

  • @FortressofFanitutde
    @FortressofFanitutde 3 года назад +1

    Roger, you are the man! Thank you for these helpful and detailed tutorials. I have a question: our water heater pilot won’t doesn’t stay lit. I’m able to keep it on long enough to get the burner going, but it goes out between 10-15 minutes later. I replaced the thermocouple and it had no effect. The flame has a lot of yellow/orange in it. Do you think I need to change out the burner assembly or is this a thermostat problem? If the latter, is that also an easy DIY project?

  • @paulamgoodshield9517
    @paulamgoodshield9517 Год назад +1

    Question: are The AO Smith hit water heaters model GCV 50 301...serial number starting with 1344 outdated? Been looking for the burner assembly...can't find them anywhere.

  • @Elculichi2
    @Elculichi2 Год назад +1

    Whats up bud, what stores carry these burner assembly? Any stores or websites i should look in? Are they Universal? I have a 2009 GE gas water heater and i m having a hard time finding the burner assembly kit? Thank you for your videos!

  • @josephcleberg2287
    @josephcleberg2287 Год назад

    Very good video/ good teacher

  • @rockyrocket7187
    @rockyrocket7187 9 месяцев назад +1

    Sir well explained

  • @takismantas1159
    @takismantas1159 Год назад

    Great video with good explanation even for novices.
    Here is a side question Roger, which I have a hard time finding answers. Most appliances (Furnaces, stoves etc) are easily convertible from NG to LP. Why water heater manufactures discourage or even prohibit to convert water heaters from NG to LP even though some manufacture both furnaces and water heaters (e.g Rheem). What is the reasoning behind not converting water heaters? Thanks

  • @4WDToyotaOwnerMagazine
    @4WDToyotaOwnerMagazine Год назад

    One thing that wasn't mentioned is the pilot tube on the new burner often doesn't have the nipple attached. Might add a note on how to add the nipple to the new burner's pilot tube.

  • @iamthemiracle81
    @iamthemiracle81 Год назад

    Awesome vid. Thanks Rog

  • @nestoroliva7456
    @nestoroliva7456 2 года назад

    Nice. Are you professional teach. Good job. Thank you.

  • @rayvelez2310
    @rayvelez2310 Год назад

    Great job 👍

  • @shoukatsaleem8521
    @shoukatsaleem8521 4 месяца назад

    Great video

  • @joshfreeman3195
    @joshfreeman3195 3 года назад

    Hi Roger, I love your video and Channellock SHOULD be a sponsor! thanks for the 90 degrees and parallel line, good to know, and the white right-left red, it only kind of rhymes just like ghrammer those commas only "kind of" belong there! Oh, one more thing I noticed my water heater is not on a table or split in half :( it seems a whole lot easier to tell what going on when installing this thing -a-ma-do, yeah told us what it was but I am too lazy to scroll up to see. I subscribed and can't wait till the next video.

  • @claystone7729
    @claystone7729 2 года назад

    Do you have a link for that Burner Supply I have the Same Model...LOL. Thank you for explaining this.

  • @Jwebbplayz
    @Jwebbplayz 7 месяцев назад

    I wanted to ask, today I replaced the thermopile on my state select water heater. I brushed the inside and cleaned bottom ring filter, and vacuumed inside burner assembly
    BUT , when I removed the burner assembly the gasket was totally cracked and brittle.
    I resumed install and have it running without a gasket, you can feel some warmth but it’s not dramatic at all.
    A master plumber stated the gasket isn’t necessary if you don’t have one on hand and back in the day they used to be open just don’t store any flammable around the area. my gasket is special order.
    Is it a total need to have a burner assembly door gasket?

  • @lexuses3942
    @lexuses3942 3 года назад

    Love your videos, very professional

  • @jesseechavarria1574
    @jesseechavarria1574 2 года назад

    Thanks dude you saved me!

  • @habideenmolake
    @habideenmolake Год назад

    Great video! Nicely done! Thanks

  • @Swenser
    @Swenser Год назад

    I'm wanting to convert same ring burner system to lpg. Is there just one orifice to change or do I need a suitable ring? Would the regulator need adjusting or replacing also?

  • @travis8623
    @travis8623 2 года назад +1

    Okay. I just did mine and the burner had to be pried out. It would not budge with just my fingers and didn't move at all after taking the screws out. On my tank their is also a thick red gasket behind the burner plate where the screws are and I don't see that in your video. What's going on? Lol

  • @simonspop706
    @simonspop706 2 года назад

    Very well done sir,

  • @Ese_deps
    @Ese_deps 4 года назад

    Thanks man big help!!! Keep up the good work

  • @terabyte7979
    @terabyte7979 3 года назад +1

    what will happen if you don't put it in the notch?

  • @leesunlung
    @leesunlung 2 года назад +1

    How do you know it is the time to replace the Assembly? Are there a test to know? Is this a common problem?

  • @GatorEE
    @GatorEE 3 года назад +1

    Are there universal burners or is each heater have a unique burner?

  • @pitacast5080
    @pitacast5080 2 года назад

    Thank you handsome man!

  • @acidfuzzpedals9986
    @acidfuzzpedals9986 Год назад

    Thanks. I have an issue you haven't covered in any of your videos. I've had a faint smell of gas in my utility room since I purchased my home almost a year ago. I've bubble tested every single gas connection in the home several times (including lines for pinhole leaks), but never found the leak. I finally purchased an electronic combustible gas leak detector and found there is gas leaking at my AO Smith gas water heater 's vent, and it's peaking the meter! This is obviously why I was unable to detect the leak with the bubble method. It's important to note that the burner has a strong clean blue pilot flame and combustion looks ~normal when the water heater turns on. No error codes on control valve. The vent pipe appears to be drafting normally with smoke tests, both with utility room door closed and open. The air intake screen at bottom of water heater is clean and unobstructed. My question is why am I detecting a gas leak at the water heater vent if the pilot is lit and it's burning and drafting properly? Is it possible the burner assembly has a leak somewhere? I'm concerned as there is clearly gas detected at the vent and I don't see how this is possible unless the burner assembly is leaking somehow? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Have you ever experienced this?

  • @chauvan8131
    @chauvan8131 Год назад

    Good video.

  • @lalolalo1233
    @lalolalo1233 2 года назад

    Great vid Roger. My natural gas heater started to to make rumbling and gas popping noises as if the pilot turns on and off (kina scary) heard it maybe the burner assembly, but not sure. Any ideas what it may be, or is it time for a new water heater. BTW I've a 6 to 7 years old whirlpool 40 gal.

  • @briana.influentialworks5533
    @briana.influentialworks5533 10 месяцев назад

    Do anyone have a recommendation for the gas nut being screwed into the gas valve if it won’t connect. The Honeywell gas valve replacement is made by resideo and it will not screw into the new unit. Everything else works but not gas line in

  • @asarangan
    @asarangan 3 года назад

    Very nice. Thanks

  • @rhdiaz1989
    @rhdiaz1989 Год назад

    Does the burner assembly have to be exactly the same?, I can't seem to find replacement parts for the model of my heater

  • @kyngdlee
    @kyngdlee Год назад

    Ok so we got the burner replaced on the hot water heater. But we’ve smelt a burning smell on it. Is that the new burner breaking in? It only happens when we take showers a plumber came out and said the same thing I said I just think it’s breaking in

  • @yana-tm1ph
    @yana-tm1ph Год назад

    I have a 3year old 50 gallon Bradford white water heater installed by plumber. It started to make explosion noises so I called the plumber. He removed the burner assembly and found the burner completely covered in sediment. The flue is joined to the gas furnace flu in attic and then into the chimney . Do you have any idea how this could happen?

  • @nepolitan
    @nepolitan 18 дней назад

    Crazy, but the screw/bolt for my feeder tube won't screw back into the valve control.
    I've tried for a long time. I'm looking if something is offset/moved - but anyone else have this problem?

  • @Jascensionvoid
    @Jascensionvoid 2 года назад

    So quick question. My father in law was replacing a part in the water heater and when he was dissembling everything he was removing the pilot light gas line wire and when pulling it out it snapped. Is there a way to repair that or do we need to replace the whole unit. Basically it snapped under the tip of it? He went gentle but it broke off? Any videos showing that?

  • @Max-kn9yi
    @Max-kn9yi Год назад

    I can't even get that plate out. Screws are off. Do I pry it up? I know it goes up slightly. Richmond

  • @asyouknowmesoiam
    @asyouknowmesoiam Год назад

    My burner assembly looks like there should be a notch at the back to stabilize the thing inside, all i have is the TRD. How to i put it back in?

  • @arthurkestner2254
    @arthurkestner2254 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you very much!!

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад

      arthur kestner thank you! Did you have to replace yours?

    • @arthurkestner2254
      @arthurkestner2254 5 лет назад

      @@RogerWakefield I need to replace it, the pilot keeps going out. Thank you for the video!

  • @playbackmedia22
    @playbackmedia22 2 года назад

    Is it bad if the thermocouple and ignitor pin to be touched by the flame from the top round disc during normal operation? Or should it be more far apart ?

  • @adresc5391
    @adresc5391 2 года назад

    Teflon tape or pipe dope isn't needed? One or the other or both as a precaution?

  • @stephanieklasen
    @stephanieklasen 5 месяцев назад

    I can't find a burner assembly for my water heater anywhere online! Can anyone recommend a parts website that I can check?

  • @AntiqueCycles
    @AntiqueCycles Год назад

    I agree with everyone, great video, thanks!
    However, my burner did not slide out. It’s a rheem. The burner is about 8” tall and would not come out. I did not see any way to separate it from the assembly. How in the heck do I get that sucka out?! 😁

  • @tonymctony4551
    @tonymctony4551 2 года назад

    Is the reliance 606 / 630yort , any different? I was reading the thermocouple has a built in resistor switch?

  • @matthewmesi9823
    @matthewmesi9823 4 года назад +1

    I have a clog in one of the drain pipes and my basement flooded about 2" off the ground a couple days ago... my water heater was in the area ... (this is a very brand new water heater- mind you) it was soaked. Did I ruin anything?
    I tried resetting it and after about 30 seconds of trying to lighted it just won't give.... What should I do

  • @scottsheffield2594
    @scottsheffield2594 Год назад

    My gas water heater the pilot light is on but the burner never turns on. I let shower run 15 minutes with hot water only the water is Luke warm pilot light on and the burner never came home. Has standard gas valve. What should I check?

  • @spazchicken1
    @spazchicken1 Год назад

    Is this part of the warranty or a normal wear and tear thing ?

  • @mimi7914
    @mimi7914 Год назад

    i see flame under the hot water heater sometimes which scares me as it looks like it is spreading under and out in a way...does that make sense? Is that dangerous?

  • @DZ-hu2sv
    @DZ-hu2sv 3 года назад

    Do you use thread locker tape on that gas line? ( The appliance connector hose one on the new part your installing?)

  • @1183tn
    @1183tn 3 месяца назад

    I feel like I'm well verse on how the system works now than the guy that came by last week. Half way through he basically gave up and ask me if I wanted a new water heater. I told him I ask him to come to fix it and I'm not buying anything new when this one is only 3 years old. I checked it today and it seems like I'll be putting in the new burner.. Because it definite burn below the burner assembly... Looks like there is leaks in the line on that assembly.

  • @thedude2668
    @thedude2668 3 года назад

    Good quality content

  • @JRLemon-bx9ys
    @JRLemon-bx9ys 4 года назад +1

    Where can I buy the burner parts? Can you give me a link please

  • @josephmurphy8148
    @josephmurphy8148 3 года назад

    Yeah I'm having a problem with my water heater the pilot stays on just put a new manifold door gasket on put it back in and went to light it with the pilot that stayed on but when I went to go like the burner I got a bigger flame than it ever have and then the burner and pilot went out and you tell me what caused that please thank you

  • @chrisjohnson7255
    @chrisjohnson7255 8 месяцев назад

    I was told to replace this if I heard a humming noise, is that true

  • @jamieranieri235
    @jamieranieri235 2 года назад

    I have a gasket on my burner access door how to I remove it?? Brute force???

  • @rhdtv2002
    @rhdtv2002 4 года назад

    One thing to mention is be careful with the copper and aluminum lines - I broke the aluminum line by accident at the top its super delicate and i bought a new cable assembly (not sure that is what is called).

  • @joeshmoe8952
    @joeshmoe8952 2 года назад

    Would a bad burner cause vibrating shaking noise?

  • @dudehi3317
    @dudehi3317 3 года назад

    The nut on my pilot igniter moves up and down how does the line get stuck in the bolt does it spread out as u Titan down the nut

  • @boydmiller8720
    @boydmiller8720 2 года назад

    Me like this video

  • @brandonwild92
    @brandonwild92 5 лет назад +1

    Hey expert,
    Nice video. For a company like yours, what would you normally charge to do a job like this, if
    you don't mind?
    -Brandon

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад

      @Brandon Walker there are variables on every project. Labor rates, material costs, warranty, and location. It's probably different across the US... Where are you located?

    • @brandonwild92
      @brandonwild92 5 лет назад

      @@RogerWakefield California, I was curious how much to bid someone for this particular job and service

    • @RogerWakefield
      @RogerWakefield  5 лет назад +1

      @Brandon Walker in Cali you would charge a lot more than here!

  • @DetroitFishigan
    @DetroitFishigan 3 года назад

    Hi my water heater turns on then the light flashes ones per second, then when it turns off after water tank reaches correct temperature the light flashes two times is thst normal or not?

  • @Isis-wm4po
    @Isis-wm4po 4 года назад

    Can I replace the tube that goes from the gas control to the burner assembly? The tube only?

  • @VASHHERNANDEZ
    @VASHHERNANDEZ 3 года назад +1

    My meter kept saying replace burner all I needed was to clean the area and it’s fine now

  • @totalaviation8546
    @totalaviation8546 11 месяцев назад

    Where to order a gas burner? My unit is made by GE

  • @tripjet999
    @tripjet999 3 года назад +2

    @3:08 - A nut driver will make removal/installation much easier.