American Water 100093813 Thermocouple Lp Gas Flameguard

Product Description

The AMERICAN WATER 100093813 is a replacement thermocouple designed for use in LP gas Flameguard water heaters. A thermocouple is a safety device that monitors the pilot flame and sends a small electrical signal to hold the gas valve open. If the pilot goes out, the signal stops and the valve closes, shutting off gas flow. This part is a direct replacement for failed or degraded thermocouples in the FG-30T30 Flameguard model and is installed by licensed plumbers or water heater service technicians.

This thermocouple is specific to LP gas Flameguard water heaters in the FG-30T30 model line. It is suited for residential installations where the existing thermocouple has failed, causing pilot outage problems or nuisance shutdowns. Replacing a worn thermocouple is a common service call in water heater maintenance and restores proper pilot safety operation without requiring full unit replacement.

Key Features

• Direct replacement thermocouple for LP gas Flameguard water heaters
• Compatible with FG-30T30 model Flameguard units
• Restores pilot safety shutoff function when existing thermocouple fails
• OEM catalog number 100093813 ensures correct fitment

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement thermocouple for AMERICAN WATER Flameguard LP gas water heaters, specifically the FG-30T30 model.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater technician. Before beginning, shut off the gas supply at the manual shutoff valve and allow the unit to cool completely. The thermocouple connection at the gas valve is typically hand-tightened plus a quarter turn with a wrench — avoid overtightening, which can damage the valve seat. Verify proper pilot flame contact with the thermocouple tip after installation before restoring gas supply.

Technical Specifications

• Gas Type: LP Gas
• Application: Flameguard Water Heater
• Compatible Model: FG-30T30
• UPC: 035505627711

Standard Information

• Brand: AMERICAN WATER
• Manufacturer Part Number: 100093813