Fondital Pre-ignition Purge Without Ignition

Water heater’s fan runs but burner does not ignite, no error code displayed.

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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

Gas cock closed, Faulty gas valve coil, Ignition electrode not sparking, Control board not sending ignition command

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power and gas before opening the unit.

  • Gas supply: Confirm the gas cock is open and other gas appliances work.
  • Listen for spark: During start-up, listen for the ticking of the ignition. If absent, check the ignition electrode and cable.
  • Gas valve: If there is spark but no flame, the gas valve may not be opening and should be tested and replaced by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Gas Valve
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