Dettson Burners Not Igniting / No Heat Output

Dettson furnace runs but produces no heat; blower runs continuously with room temperature air.

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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

Thermostat not calling for heat, Gas supply shut off, Failed hot surface ignitor, Faulty gas valve or control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: If you smell gas, shut off gas at the main valve, turn off power, and leave the area. Call your gas supplier or emergency services.

  • 1. Check thermostat settings: Ensure the thermostat is set to HEAT and the setpoint is above room temperature. Replace batteries if applicable.
  • 2. Verify furnace power: Confirm the furnace switch is ON and the breaker is not tripped.
  • 3. Confirm gas supply: Make sure the manual gas shutoff near the furnace is open and other gas appliances work.
  • 4. Observe startup: With panels on, call for heat and listen: inducer should start, then ignitor glow, then gas valve click and flame. If the sequence stops before flame, suspect ignitor or gas valve issues.
  • 5. Inspect ignitor (power off): Remove the burner door, locate the ignitor, and check for cracks or damage. Replace with the correct Dettson ignitor if defective.
  • 6. If no improvement: Further diagnosis of the gas valve and control board should be done by a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Hot Surface Ignitor
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