How can I tell if my Dinosaur igniter board is working?
How can I tell if my Dinosaur igniter board is working?
If you have a problem, and know the circuits are properly closed from the sail and thermo switch, check for voltage at the coils on top of the gas valve. If you have zero, or erratic voltage, then your board is the culprit. Even if your board is not the problem, you will have a more reliable furnace after the Dinosaur is installed.
What to do when your gas furnace Ignitor is not working?
One of the most common complaints about gas furnaces is when the gas furnace ignitor is not working. Learning to identify the problem when the furnace ignitor starts to fail is helpful in ensuring that you fix your gas furnace right away.
Can a dinosaur fan stop a blower motor?
The fact that our original ceased working after less than 18 months provided the impetus to give Dinosaur a try. This particular model board also has the necessary circuitry to shut down the blower motor if burner ignition failure is encountered. This capability eliminates the problem of a a blower running continuously blowing cold air.
What should I do if my furnace control board is not working?
If your furnace starts to run improperly, open up the control board access panel to see if any red warning lights have activated. There should be a diagnostic chart on the inside of the panel lid that will explain what the warning lights mean.
If you have a problem, and know the circuits are properly closed from the sail and thermo switch, check for voltage at the coils on top of the gas valve. If you have zero, or erratic voltage, then your board is the culprit. Even if your board is not the problem, you will have a more reliable furnace after the Dinosaur is installed.
The fact that our original ceased working after less than 18 months provided the impetus to give Dinosaur a try. This particular model board also has the necessary circuitry to shut down the blower motor if burner ignition failure is encountered. This capability eliminates the problem of a a blower running continuously blowing cold air.
What to do if your Atwood ignition is not working?
Dinosaur has sold a lot of replacement boards for this very reason. A new board will fix the problem, but the board is not the problem. It is the connector on the wiring harness. As explained by the OP, just remove and reconnect the wiring harness and all will work at least temporarily.
What should I do if my furnace igniter is not working?
Cleaning your hot surface igniter requires a small screwdriver and fine-grit sandpaper made for metal. Turn off power to the furnace. Take off the furnace door, and locate the igniter. Remove the two screws holding it in place, and gently pull it out with or without detaching the wires. Be careful NOT to touch the “stick” part of the igniter.