Cointra Underfiring / Low Heat Output

Furnace runs but produces insufficient heat; rooms do not reach set temperature even though the unit cycles normally.

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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

Low gas inlet pressure, Partially blocked burner, Incorrect gas orifice size, Heat exchanger fouling

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off gas and power before internal inspection. Gas pressure and burner adjustments must be done by a licensed technician.

User-level checks:

  • Thermostat setting: Confirm the room thermostat is correctly set and not in an economy or setback mode.
  • Airflow: Ensure all supply and return grilles are open and filters are clean to allow full airflow.
  • Visual burner check: Through the inspection window, observe the flame. It should be stable and mostly blue. Yellow, lazy flames indicate combustion issues that require professional service.

Professional tasks: A technician should measure gas inlet and manifold pressure, inspect and clean the burner and heat exchanger, and verify that the Cointra furnace is correctly sized and configured for the property.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Main Burner Assembly
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