old 80's arco air pilots lit but no burner action
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What kind of unit is this Gas stove? Fireplace? Furnace? Not really familiar with the manufacturer.
Is there a model number on the unit? Google tells me there is a manufacturer called Arcoaire.
Is this the manufacturer of your unit?
Is there a model number on the unit? Google tells me there is a manufacturer called Arcoaire.
Is this the manufacturer of your unit?
OK. I'm thinking you need to visit a home heating forum like this one:
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Where the techs and members are more in tune with your type of unit.
Sorry, I'm not able to help.
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Where the techs and members are more in tune with your type of unit.
Sorry, I'm not able to help.
Thanks for the help. I just went ahead and started jumping things. I jumped the mercury switch and the gas valve a few times they sounded like they were engaging. Then I called for heat and the burner kicked on. I think I may have just had a sticking valve. This furnace hasn't been used in ten years as I've been burning wood pellets. I bought propane this year because it was cheaper then pellets. I've got lots of carbon monoxide alarms around so if things go south hopefully they alert me.
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