pilot light
Example Sentences
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That might be a sign that the pilot light on the heater has gone out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 10, 2023
If you have a gas unit, Bottem says relighting the pilot light — if you feel comfortable doing this — often solves the problem.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 18, 2021
The basement floor — and water heater pilot light — are covered.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 10, 2019
A valve or line broke as a result, releasing propane that was ignited by a pilot light.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 25, 2019
However, he was alert, and he snapped open the spy hole, at the same time opening the tap that allowed a flow of naphtha past the pilot light in the buttress outside.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
