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Troubleshooting (continued)

Symptom

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

 

 

 

4. Pilot lights but con-

A. A shorted or loose connection in

Verify all connections to wiring diagram in manual. Verify connec-

tinues to spark, and

flame sensing rod.

tions underneath pilot assembly are tight. Verify flame sense or ig-

main burner will not

 

niter wires are not grounding out to metal chassis, pilot burner, pilot

ignite. (If the pilot

 

enclosure or screen if present, or any other metal object.

continues to spark

 

 

B. Poor flame rectification or contami-

With fixed glass assembly in place, verify that flame is engulfing

after the pilot flame

nated flame sensing rod.

flame sensing rod on left side of pilot hood. Flame sensing rod

has been lit, flame

 

should glow shortly after ignition. With a multi-meter, verify that

rectification has not

 

 

current in series between module and sense lead is at least 0.14

occurred.)

 

 

microamps. Verify correct pilot orifice is installed and gas inlet is set

 

 

 

 

to pressure specifications. Polish flame sensing rod with fine steel

 

 

wool to remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on

 

 

flame sensing rod.

 

 

 

 

C. Module is not grounded.

Verify module is securely grounded to metal chassis of appliance.

 

 

Verify that wire harness is firmly connected to the module.

 

 

 

 

D. Damaged pilot assembly or con-

Verify that ceramic insulator around the flame sensing rod is not

 

taminated flame sensing rod.

cracked, damaged, or loose. Verify connection from flame sensing

 

 

rod to white sensor wire. Polish flame sensing rod with fine steel

 

 

wool to remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on

 

 

flame sensing rod. Verify continuity with a multi-meter with ohms set

 

 

at lowest range. Replace pilot if any damage is detected.

 

 

 

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