In this case, you need to replace the ignition control module to solve the problem.

Rheem water heater pilot light goes out. I followed the instructions to relight pilot. Similar obstacles occur when the device is bent away from the flame, and the gas supply is shut off even then. I've replaced the thermocouple and it's doing the same thing.

Here here’s how to light the pilot light on a rheem gas water heater. Gas leaks will reduce the amount of gas reaching the burner. You’ll want to press and hold the knob down.

Want to say thanks for the video? When lit, it'll kick on normally and. My rheem water heater pilot keeps going out almost daily.

A faulty main control can be the reason why the pilot light won’t stay on. I replaced new pilot assemby and clean the burner. Jump past the yapping goto 4:30this is a video discussing the issues with rheem water heaters and quick way to tell if your heater is having the same issues.

Push down the red button to the left of the gas knob. You must have the pilot lit and the burner on to test for leaks, so that gas is flowing through the large tube. Straighten all kinks on the flex tube.

Turn the knob to “pilot” to start the flow of gas. While still holding the gas knob, light. My pilot keeps going out.