Does the pilot light go out frequently? Check the air vents. Sometimes they're located too close to the pilot light fixture, and gusts of wind can snuff out the pilot. Install a board at an angle away from the pilot fixture, or change the angle of the vent shaft.

2torial #0610: Learn2 Light a Pilot Light (Continued) Turn the gas on In this step, you're switching on the main gas line, so that gas feeds into the appliance. You should sniff around for the sweetish smell of gas--none should be escaping from any valves ito the air around you. If you do smell gas, turn the gas off and call a plumber or licensed professional. Start with the off position of the knob aligned next to the marker arrow   Then turn the gas valve one-quarter turn (90 degrees) so that it's parallel to the pipe. This turns the gas on, making it available to the appliance. Use a wrench to help turn the valve handle if necessary. Remember you only need one-quarter turn, and usually the handle only goes in one direction.Step 5