Wolf
Delayed Ignition
Furnace makes loud booming or delayed ignition noise when burners light.
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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
Dirty or misaligned burners, Improper burner crossover ports, Low or inconsistent gas pressure, Weak hot surface igniter on Wolf furnace
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power and gas. Delayed ignition can be hazardous; if you smell gas, ventilate the area and do not operate the furnace.
- Burner cleaning: Remove the burner rack and clean each Wolf burner with a soft brush. Pay special attention to crossover ports between burners to ensure flame can travel quickly.
- Burner alignment: Reinstall burners, ensuring they are properly seated on the manifold and aligned with the igniter and flame sensor.
- Igniter condition: Inspect the hot surface igniter for wear or cracks. Replace if suspect.
- Professional gas evaluation: Have a technician check gas pressure and combustion to ensure safe operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Wolf Burner Assembly
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