Testing a Furnace’s Hot Surface Ignitor
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Every year, a large percentage of furnaces break due to simple things. Several components in the furnace are prone to failure, one of which is the hot surface ignitor (HSI). This blog aims for technicians and HVAC professionals to learn how to diagnose and test a gas furnace’s hot surface ignitor. Testing and diagnosing this critical part can save your clients time and money, help reduce your callbacks and liability, and help increase your revenue through proactive measures.
Manager of HVACR Education at Air Conditioning Contractors of America
Matt Akins is ACCA's Manager of HVACR Education. He can be reached at matt.akins@acca.org or 703-824-8867.
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