Riello No Flame on Start

Furnace starts but produces no flame, you hear the fan and possibly the pump, then it shuts down

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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

No oil reaching nozzle, Clogged oil filter, Air in oil line, Faulty ignition transformer or electrodes

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power and close the oil valve. Avoid repeated resets.

Steps:

  • Check oil supply: Confirm tank level and open valves. Inspect lines for leaks.
  • Replace filter: Install a new oil filter and bleed the Riello pump until oil is free of air.
  • Inspect ignition: Check electrodes and transformer for damage. Clean and set gap per Riello specs.

If there is still no flame, a technician should test pump pressure and ignition output.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oil Filter
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