Burner Ignition and Operation
Frequency: Annually
By: Service Technician
Tools needed: Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, whisk broom, flashlight, voltmeter, indexed drill bit set, and a manometer.
•Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter.
•Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary.
•Replace Glowing embers with new
•Verify batteries have been removed from battery
•Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all ports. Verify that there is no ignition delay.
•Inspect for lifting or other fl ame problems.
•Verify air shutter setting is correct. See Section 12 for required air shutter setting. Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris.
•Inspect orifi ce for soot, dirt and corrosion. Verify orifi ce size is correct. See Service Parts List for proper orifi ce sizing.
•Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required.
•Inspect pilot fl ame pattern and strength. See Figure 3.1 for proper pilot fl ame pattern. Clean or replace orifi ce spud as necessary.
•Inspect thermocouple/thermopile or IPI flame sensing rod for soot, corrosion and deterioration. Clean with emery cloth or replace as required.
•Verify that there is not a short in fl ame sense circuit by checking continuity between pilot hood and flame sense rod. Replace pilot as necessary. (IPI only)
Figure 3.1 IPI Pilot Flame Patterns
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