Error code 06 and furnace blower runs but burners will not ignite
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Critical safety warning: A rollout switch opening indicates flames or excessive heat leaving the burner area. Do not repeatedly reset without finding the cause. Turn off gas and power and call a qualified technician if you suspect a serious issue.
- Locate rollout switches:
- They are small manual-reset discs near the burners with a red or white reset button.
- With power off, press the button to reset. If it immediately trips again, stop and call a professional.
- Visual inspection:
- Look for signs of scorching, melted wiring, or soot around the burner compartment.
- Check that the burner flames are being drawn into the heat exchanger, not rolling out.
- Check venting:
- Inspect vent and intake terminations for blockages.
- Do not operate the furnace if venting is compromised.
- Because rollout events can indicate a cracked heat exchanger or severe blockage, have an American Standard-authorized technician perform a full combustion and heat exchanger inspection.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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