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  1. 10-13-2012, 08:07 PM #1
    llmercll
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    Ignitor Question

    Hello!

    Every year I have to clean the flame sensor for my Gas furnace and all is well, unfortunately this season the ignitor isn't even glowing.

    I figure It may be cracked , and want to take a multimeter to it to confirm, but am not sure exactly "where" to test. Would I just put it on the positive and negative cables coming from the main board?

    thanks!
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  2. 10-13-2012, 09:10 PM #2
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    No DIY coaching allowed on this site. Call a pro out to check the equipment, there are a few things that have to happen before it will allow the igniter to light up.
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  3. 10-13-2012, 09:23 PM #3
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    Gas furnaces are not a place to start practicing with a meter .call a expert to come and repair your furnace and inspect it for safe operation
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  4. 10-13-2012, 09:27 PM #4
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    Very sorry, I will call a tech

    thanks
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  5. 10-13-2012, 09:33 PM #5
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    No problem, we've just gotta follow the rules. Since you've had to clean the sensor every year you may have an underlying combustion problem. It'd be a good idea to have a tech out to take a looksie. Better safe than sorry. Good luck
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