I have a reddy heater 35000 btu propane and when i go to turn it on i hold the prime button and press the igniter and when i go to let off the prime to let it run it shuts off no matter how long i hold it. please let me know what i can do

Possible weak gas flow to igniter may require adjustment, have a qualified gas technician check it.
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Sounds like the button is bad. Try replacing it

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I would venture to say that it is the thermocouple not picking up signal to keep the gas valve open. You can try cleaning the bulb end with steel wool and positioning it in the flame remember the hottest part of the flame is out on the end.

Hi,

Here are a couple of tips that I wrote that tell you how to troubleshoot a Torpedo or Reddy heater...

Reddy Heater - Troubleshooting Torpedo Heaters

Torpedo Heater Pump Pressure Adjustment

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Sounds like you have a bad gas hold on valve. I have a tip at http://www.fixya.com/support/r4258201-fix_gas_reddy_heaters_will_not_continue which explains the problem, how to fix it and where to get the parts. Let me know if you need more help.

Thanks for using FixYa and for the generous rating.

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Bad button or switch.

the thermocouple is bad.it needs to send a signal to the gas valve to say it's okay to stay running.replace it and the problem should go away.if not let me know

Either a bad ignitor or gloplug.

I contacted ReddyParts.com and talked with their support department (866-883-9312). They instantly stated "your thermal coupler is bad". They had 1 in stock for 19.99 + shipping. I ordered it and plan to have it installed and tested by next weekend. The model I have is Reddy Heater Propane 35k to 55k (RLP55V).