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[cheryl]

Hi everybody. New proud owner of a 1976 American Clipper. Everything works but we can't keep the water heater from going out. It has stayed lit as long as 10 min. Any ideas?
P.S. I think JREEDY is one smart guy. Cheryl

[Shayne]

When mine was doing this, it was a weak thermocouple.  About $15-20 and fairly easy to replace.  Take the old one out and take it to an appliance shop or a good hardware store.