9 FLASH
Amana Igniter Circuit Fault

Furnace shuts down; LED flashes 9 times repeatedly.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Open or shorted hot surface ignitor, Loose ignitor connector, Faulty control board ignitor relay

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power and allow the furnace to cool before handling the ignitor. The ignitor is fragile ceramic; handle carefully.

  • Inspect ignitor visually: Remove the burner door and locate the ignitor. Look for cracks, chips, or white burned spots. Replace if any damage is visible.
  • Check ignitor resistance: Disconnect the ignitor plug and measure resistance across the ignitor leads. Compare to Amana specifications (often 40–200 ohms depending on model). Infinite or near-zero resistance indicates failure.
  • Inspect connector and wiring: Ensure the ignitor harness is not touching hot surfaces and the connector is tight at the board.

If a new ignitor does not restore operation, the control board may not be sending power and should be tested by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Hot Surface Ignitor
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