Gas Valve Fault. 8 flashes, then 4.

[Chuckdyoung]

Honeywell LP gas valve model number WV4462A5066. Will not ignite. I reset it and it attempts to ignite one time then goes back into fault. Is it safe to say I need to replace the gas valve? Just hate to spend $250 without being sure. The water heater is only a couple years old! 8 green flashes followed by 4.

 

[Jeff H Young]

A lot of complaints over gas valves by honeywell being crap . I cant totaly verify but heard the stories

 

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[Chuckdyoung]

I’ve heard this too. Probably bite the bullet and order a new one. Water heater is in perfect condition.

 

[Fitter30]

Pilot light? Need to inspect flame rod for cracks and termination clean and tight. Pilot flame turning flame rod red? Clean flame rod.

 

[Chuckdyoung]

The pilot will not even light. It attempts to ignite one time and goes into fault.

 

[John Gayewski]

You need to determine what the flash code is indicating.

 

[Chuckdyoung]

I ordered a new gas valve so I will let you guys know if that resolves it. Thanks!

 

[Chuckdyoung]

You need to determine what the flash code is indicating.

Bad Control Valve. 8 flashes, then 4

 

[Jeff H Young]

Bad Control Valve. 8 flashes, then 4

Chuck Young, check if you cant get a freebie from honeywell or your w/h manufacture. Sometimes they work with you a bit I think when they know there are issues they sometimes bite the bullet for customer service