RV Repair/Atwood GC6AA-9E model Water Heater
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Question
I am having a problem with this model water heater on my camper. When we start it up it will not spark on its own even though the ignitor is new. We start it up and we use a bbq lighter to light it...it turns on for about 5 seconds then cuts off. What do you think could be the problem or what i can check to see if maybe something else is the problem...Thank you and i really appreciate your help..just email me back the answer to this email.Thanks again
Well I would wonder if you are getting the proper LP supply to the ignitor. When it is lit for those few seconds what kind of flame are you getting? is it really big? really small and wavy? are you seeing it spark to try and start? could it be bent and not sparking in the right area? sorry for all the questions but i want to try and help you but i need to know more info
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Eric Beck
Expertise
I can help you with any questions that you may have in regards to campers and motorhomes. I will try to answer any questions that you may have about roofs, vents, refrigerators, A/C's, Etc. The only thing that i dont really get into would be anything dealing with the brakes, and Drivetrain. I can help you in those areas but maybe not answer all your questions
Experience
My Dad owns Erics Rv Center in Virginia Beach, Va. and i have been working on camper with him since before i can remember. and for the past 6+ years i have been working there as his head tech.
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Virginia Beach Jeeps Off- Road, www.allexperts.com as a Jeep Expert CBC camping club CAC Camping club
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A lifetime of building Campers and Working in a shop environment working on motorhomes and campers.
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