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Anonymous Posted on Jun 20, 2014

Why does bunner light then runs for a minute shuts off then shuts off

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If you haven't already ,check thermostat, check inline fuse, check ground wire.

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It needs a new thermocouple at the pilot light. This device generates a small of electric current when heated to hold the gas valve open. It is a safety device.

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L would check the thermocouple first then if it keeps cutting off check the gas valve.

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