Pilot light is constant. Flame will not ignite until red "ignitor" is pressed. Thermostat checks out. Once flame lights, blower cuts in after normal heat time, then all continues to work with thermostat rest of evening. Seems once thermopile/thermocouple area warms, everything resorts to normal. Unit is about 15 years old.
Ovation WG3 not igniting
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Not familiar with this unit, but it sounds like it could be either a loose connection in the terminal block,
or you have a sticking regulator. When you hit the igniter, it may be jarring the unit enough to either complete
the wiring connection or free the regulator. The first problem is an easy fix, check & tighten connections.
The second will probably require a service technician.
or you have a sticking regulator. When you hit the igniter, it may be jarring the unit enough to either complete
the wiring connection or free the regulator. The first problem is an easy fix, check & tighten connections.
The second will probably require a service technician.
Thanks for the thoughts on it. Had not considered that, had thought more of the thermopile. I would say those three options probably tie it up.
Okay, Viet Nam Bro...that's the second similar post....had thought it was possibly the thermopile...may be simpler than that from what you fellows are suggesting. Thanks.
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