[SOLVED] I Have Charged My Heater, But It Doesn't Hold A Charge, So Wont Light.

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Hi my name is Todd and I am here to help solve you problem.I am sorry to tell you the battery in your unit is dead. These batteries are designed to have a shelf life and if not charged properly, will arch and the cells inside the battery will no longer hold a charge. This is a mistake on Coleman’s part for not properly instructing on how to store the unit after use. The real instructions should say that the unit should be charged after each use and the battery terminals should be removed from the unit. This allow the charge to be maintained and electrolyte in the battery to stay charged. The good news is you battery can be replaced and purchased for about $38.00. The part number for the battery is 2300-4061. I have provided a link below to a supplier of this model, and a thought might be purchase two units, charge them both and hold one unit as a spare for the unit so you will always have hot water. Just a thought.http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/search/partinfo.php?partsID=323550&modelsID=131819&typeName=applianceshvacHere are the instructions for replacing your battery:Replacing battery – Use only a 6-volt, 4 AmpHr rechargeable lead acid battery. Remove the screw from the cover on the right side of your water heater and remove the cover. Pull the battery out from storage compartment and remove the leads from the battery terminals. Place the connectors on the battery terminals making sure to put the red terminal on the red or “+” battery terminal and the black connector on the black or “-” battery terminal. I hope this helps and thank you for using Fixya.

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CAUSE: The most common cause for electric heater not working is blown fuses. SOLUTION: To check this, first unplug the device and check the fuse box of the house for blown fuses as well as tripped circuit breakers.

A possibility is the gas valve is being dammed up. If the gas valve is completely plugged up it frequently stops the burner from being lit, altogether. If the obstruction is minor the burner can probably still be lit but a deficiency in the fuel supply cannot keep the burner on.

If the flame sensor is dirty or has become corroded, the flame won`t register and will turn off the gas valve, which, in turn, causes your system to shut down. You will need to contact a professional to check this, especially if your furnace is cycling on and off too quickly.

Your water heater needs a proper air supply for the pilot light to stay lit. If there is not enough air, the pilot light will go out. This mostly happens in direct vent gas water heaters (DV). The most common cause of this problem is the draft near the unit`s base.

The most common problems that cause a furnace to short cycle include: An overheating heat exchanger. A dirty flame sensor rod. A blocked flue pipe.

The heater turning on and off excessively could be the result of the thermostat being placed in the wrong spot. If it`s installed near a heat-producing appliance, like a kitchen stove, it could confuse the unit into thinking the house is warmer than the actual temperature.

If the pilot flame ignites but goes out after you release the gas control knob, the cause may be a dirty or defective thermocouple. If the gas is on but the flame will not ignite at all, a pilot tube obstruction is the most likely issue.

All furnaces are equipped with a reset button. They are generally red or yellow and are located inside the blower compartment. The reset button is a safety feature that will shut down the furnace when a problem is detected, often a hot or overheating furnace, before it trips the circuit breaker.

If your furnace shuts down after a few minutes, it`s likely due to a faulty or unhygienic flame sensor. This crucial component intends to monitor the gas burner. Also, when a flame sensor cannot detect the burner, the furnace runs for a few moments before shutting down and restarting.

Delayed ignition can be caused by a range of problems, including a restricted or weak pilot light. Also, low gas supply pressure can mean that there is too little gas at the burners, resulting in ignition problems. Another possible cause is too much primary air. This is air that`s mixed with gas before it`s ignited.

Tankless water heaters typically have a lifespan of 20 years or more. Traditional water heaters with standing water tanks can last around 10 to 15 years before you notice signs of age.

Manual Lighting

If your water heater needs to be manually lit, hold the lit tip of a long barbeque lighter up to the pilot while continuing to hold down on the regulator knob. Hold the lighter up to the pilot until it ignites, then remove the lighter.

If your furnace is not turning on you should first check if the filter is clean. Dirty filters cause insufficient airflow and can prevent the furnace from starting. Other reasons it won`t start can stem from improper thermostat settings, forgetting to turn on the gas line, or faulty pilot light.

Clogged air filters are one of the most common problems for heaters. If your heater cannot blow anything or at least fails to let out hot air, the chances are that your filter is clogged. Filters naturally become clogged as debris builds up in them.

Low Coolant Levels

The air starts in the engine compartment, where heat accumulates. The coolant helps draw this generated heat by moving it to your radiator. If the coolant is low and you have your heater on, you may catch that your car heater only works when you`re driving, not idling.

The average gas heater takes between 30 and 40 minutes to fully heat up the water in its tank. The average electric heater takes about twice as long as the average gas heater to fully heat up the water in its tank, so you can expect it to take between an hour and an hour and 20 minutes to heat up.

Yes, you can clean a thermocouple, but the task must be done with a light touch. Remove the thermocouple from the process assembly, using a steel wool or emery cloth, lightly clean the tip removing any build up. Cleaning a thermocouple is not a fix for an issue, such as inaccurate readings.

Burner assembly

The No. 1 cause of pilot lights that won`t stay lit is a worn-out thermocouple. It`s easy to replace and a new one costs $5 to $10. Rather than trying to unfasten the thermocouple inside the water heater`s burning chamber, it`s easier to remove the whole burner and thermocouple assembly.

The heater switching system might be faulty. The cabin air filter might be choked, restricting the airflow through the heater core. The thermostat valve might not be working right. The heater core might be clogged.

When the furnace won`t fire: If there`s a pilot light, make sure that it`s lit and touches the thermocouple. If it`s lit but the burners don`t heat, feel the side of the furnace. If it`s cool, the problem might be the thermostat, gas valve or control board.

The sensor is located just outside the burner assembly and looks like a small rod with porcelain surrounding the end that connects to the burner. Some furnace flame sensors are straight while others bend at a 45-degree or 90-degree angle. The sensor leads into the fire chamber where the flame burns.

Fire is the result of applying enough heat to a fuel source, when you`ve got a whole lot of oxygen around. As the atoms in the fuel heat up, they begin to vibrate until they break free of the bonds holding them together and are released as volatile gases. These gases react with oxygen in the surrounding atmosphere.

The average life expectancy of most furnaces and heating systems is about 15 to 20 years. However, boilers and electric furnaces tend to last 20 to30 years. Several factors can reduce or extend your furnace`s lifespan.

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I have charged my heater, but it doesn’t hold a charge, so wont light.

ANSWER : Hi my name is Todd and I am here to help solve you problem.I am sorry to tell you the battery in your unit is dead. These batteries are designed to have a shelf life and if not charged properly, will arch and the cells inside the battery will no longer hold a charge. This is a mistake on Coleman’s part for not properly instructing on how to store the unit after use. The real instructions should say that the unit should be charged after each use and the battery terminals should be removed from the unit. This allow the charge to be maintained and electrolyte in the battery to stay charged. The good news is you battery can be replaced and purchased for about $38.00. The part number for the battery is 2300-4061. I have provided a link below to a supplier of this model, and a thought might be purchase two units, charge them both and hold one unit as a spare for the unit so you will always have hot water. Just a thought.http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/search/partinfo.php?partsID=323550&modelsID=131819&typeName=applianceshvacHere are the instructions for replacing your battery:Replacing battery – Use only a 6-volt, 4 AmpHr rechargeable lead acid battery. Remove the screw from the cover on the right side of your water heater and remove the cover. Pull the battery out from storage compartment and remove the leads from the battery terminals. Place the connectors on the battery terminals making sure to put the red terminal on the red or “+” battery terminal and the black connector on the black or “-” battery terminal. I hope this helps and thank you for using Fixya.

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Dead battery? After sitting for 6 months w/o using, the battery was dead, I re-charged it and it would not hold the charge. The low battery light does not come on, after charging. If that is the problem, are these available for purchase to replace it and where can I buy one.

ANSWER : The battery is a commonly available 6 volt 4.5 ah sealed lead battery. Interstate has them and many other suppliers. I think same battery used some security systems…

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Had entire spa light replaced 2 mos ago. Now color does not work. Light is “stuck” on white. Doesn’t seem that the color wheel is moving. Service that replaced light only gave me 30 day warranty on light. It was installed 12-13-2010. Any ideas on what to try?

ANSWER : You haven’t said what exact model you have so i can’t be sure but , in the models with rotating screens, the first part that fails is the coloured wheel – the heat deforms it , it bends out of shape and blocks the rotation. You will need to open the system and see if you can rotate the wheel by hand. If you can’t you need a new wheel. If the wheel can be moved by hand you will need to check if the motor gets powered when you try to change colours. If it gets powered but it doesn’t move then the motor is dead. If it doesn’t then the control board is faulty – replace the failed part.

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Pop-up camper lights all turn on when tow-vehicle lights are on

ANSWER : FIRST, make sure white wire of camper is grounded to the frame of tow-vehicle. Temporarily use a jumper-cable frame-to-frame. Then apply 12volts individually to each of the three circuits to the camper. Assuming a 4-wire flat connector — brown wire is for marker lamps; yellow is left brake/turn; green is right brake/turn

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ANSWER : Does anyone have a AC charger for the Hot Water Heater on Demand? I would be willing to buy one.
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Hi, my tiger river spa does not heat. Filters are clean, jets work, no light installed. On ciruit board, green light for “Lim” , red light for heat, no other lights. Just bought house one month ago, no manuals.
Spa is a Bengal. Have noticed a symbol (can’t tell what it is) on the screen then most of screen goes blank with just the power light on. Is there a vacation mode or something like that?
Thanks for your help.

ANSWER : Spa’s are such that so many components can become faulty when left unattended to over a period of time. But most likely what your unit needs is just a regular service to clean up its systems and also ensure there are no leakages in the pipes. Bengal is a wonderful and durable product.The problem could range from low power supply to wires being eaten up by rats and other pests. Also it could be burnt out heaters thereby the inability to produce heat. The indicator on the screen could mean various things but the screen going blank usually would be caused by poor power supply.If you dont have the technical know how refer an expert to check it out and ensure the exact problem of the above mentioned is wrong with it before repairs can be carried out.Hope this solution has been helpful?

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I have a wildwood le 25bhbs and the only towing lights working are my signal lights. can’t get running lights or brake lights to work. I saw where it looked like the towing harness may have been pinched. So I repaired that, but, they still do not work. Any ideas? Is there a fuse somewhere I need to check? Do I need to hook the trailer up to my trailer hitch before they will work? Is there a wiring diagram or repair manual somewhere I can get? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

ANSWER : There should be an inline fuse, check that first.

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