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Our gas was shut off and when it was shut back on the tankless water heater not working. I can hear the pilot clicking but no flame.

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Hello,
Since it was turned off, there is probably some air in the lines, which may require several attempts to light it again. This is normal, especially on longer gas lines. If you have any other gas appliances, (furnace, stove) try lighting them also to help purge the gas lines and eventually it will get the right mixture of gas to relight the water heater too. Douglas

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