DIY Furnace common issue
So last night, my furnace would keep turning on and off. The blower continued to run, but it would not stay lit. I did some online research, and determined it to be the flame sensor. This sensor can become fowled up easily, and it is a cheap part, but a quick clean got us back to being warm in about 5 minutes.
First I opened up the access door, and located the part that required cleaning.
It was in a tight spot and had a Phillips head 1/4 inch nut holding it in. As to not disturb anything else in the area, I decided to use a open end wrench.
I put it all back together, and everything works great now. Dont call and pay a repair man hundreds of dollars for something so simple as this!
man you can do just about anything , thanks a lot for these guides learning a lot from you.
Some days I wish my husband was handy around the house; but it usually lies with me. I'm the one who does home repairs (sump pump replacement, installed a few faucets, garbage disposal replacement years ago). I don't usually mind but when it comes to electrical or gas related repairs, I get nervous.
I'll keep on topic this time, if you didn't get a chance to read my last message.
How did you manage to clear the sensor?
By using a dollar bill as a abrasive cloth, and removing just the build up on the sensor lead.
Good Work! I love this digital age where we can learn how to fix anything online.