2006-10-31 14:52:44 · 8 answers · asked by dontgivemeattitude 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
the furnace is 5 years old. the pilot light looks as if it comes on, but it will not light to produce heat.
2006-10-31 15:35:39 · update #1
automatic pilot, i can not light it
2006-10-31 15:36:49 · update #2
trane, model is xe 80
2006-10-31 16:13:39 · update #3
IT HAS AN AUTO IGNITION SYSTEM IF IT IS ONLY 5 YRS OLD.
THERE ARE SEVERAL DIFFERENT ONES. IN GENERAL WHEN THE IGNITOR HEATS UP FOR A TIME(GLOWS) THE MAIN GAS VALVE IS ALLOWED TO OPEN AND SEND GAS TO THE MAIN BURNER. WHAT BRAND AND MO NO IS THE FURNACE AND WHAT IS THE BRAND OF THE GAS VALVE?
2006-10-31 15:52:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be locked out on the control board. There will be a small red LED diagnostic light visible through either the top or bottom door depending on which furnace it is(uplflow or downflow). If you get a slow steady blink(no pauses) then there is no call for heat from the thermostat which would indicate a problem with the thermostat. If it flashes a code such as two flashes then a pause and repeats that then the board is locked out and it is trying to tell you what's wrong. If it is flasing a code, write down the number it is indicating( i think it will be be between two and nine flashes) then turn off power to the furnace to reset the board and see if it will work then. If it won't come on you will need to call a tech to address the problem and be sure to tell him/her what diagniostic code the light was flashing. If the LED is just on steady, that indicates a faulty control board and it must be replaced.
BTW, make sure your air filter is clean.
2006-11-01 11:00:41 · answer #2 · answered by Willie_the_weasel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you say your igniter turns red but no fire? sounds like the thermostat is calling for heat so the next thing would be either the gas valve is bad or the computer board went bad ok u cant fix it unless you know a little about heat/ac but its one or the other also look see if the is a little fuse on ur computer board if its blown take it w/you to a supply store and have them give you another one if thats it and it blows out again replacel t/stat oh and first make sure t/stat is on heat or auto not fan and one more thing if you have emergency elect heat coils the t/stat may be set to run on emergency heat if thats the case adjust your t/stat to reg heat ok you can email me at bllerick@yahoo.com be glad to try a help
2006-11-01 12:03:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have it checked by a professional.
MANY heaters have a safety feature that will not permit ignition, (if electronic), or will not turn on the main gas, (if a pilot light model) if there is insufficient air flow. (This prevents the heater from overheating and starting a fire!!)
It could be a faulty switch, a blocked air duct, or several other causes.
2006-11-01 00:31:39 · answer #4 · answered by f100_supersabre 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would call a heating/air conditioner store. i know that sounds funny, but if you ask them what the cause could be, you may need a new furnace. when was the last time it was replaced?
2006-10-31 23:28:40 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It sounds like the hot surface ignitor could possibly be damaged, the best thinng to do is get a licensed professional to evaluate it
2006-10-31 23:50:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should can an HVAC repairman to look at it. There could be several potential problems, including faulty flame sensor, faulty draft sensor, and faulty gas valve.
2006-11-01 10:56:09 · answer #7 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you light the pilot flame?
2006-10-31 23:32:41 · answer #8 · answered by Jerronimo 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋