Big E issue

[Leung]

I have a 8 yo Big E that is cutting off after 10 sec. I cleaned it top to bit tow in and out. Jumped the air switch and it ran a while the I shut it down. Manual says 5V after 30 sec. but only ran for 10. Can I check the V while it's jumped? Figures the day it drops to 30 it takes a dump I appreciate the help. Don't want to waste and $ buying a simple fix. Forgot the #2 light was flashing!

 

[Big E]

Sounds like the air switch, even though the book says they rarely fail. My brother had the same problem last year

 

[Leung]

Yeh that's what I'm thinking. Just thought I'd check with the guys.
Thanks

 

[Leung]

Anyone else before I take this 45 min ride for parts.

 

[Owen1508]

You can check the switch with a meter to see if it has failed. It also can be an air leak. Door gasket, pipes, dirty stove all can give an ERR 2 shutdown. The hose from the switch to the side of the firebox can be clogged or split as well.

 

[Big E]

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I believe my brother jumped the switch with a paper clip to check it. Fired up, so he replaced it

 

[Owen1508]

If you jump it you are just bypassing the switch. It could very well be a bad switch or it might actual be detecting a pressure leak.