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Chris Misenheimer Posted on Oct 12, 2007
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Reddy heater model 28725

Fan runs smokes but never starts

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Propane heater uses a hot surface ignitor. this operates off 120 volts and glows red/orange when actuated. it stays lit throughout the heater on operation.  on the backplate of the combustion chamber is a high limit with two wires coming off it.  these two wires connect to the spade connectors on the flame detector cappillary.  Once you establish a fire, the flame detector generates a 750 millivolt signal which is applied to the pilot/main valve assembly.  My diagram will show this. reddy heater model 28725 - 1fa8284.jpg

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