I have a Bryant 383KAV. When I install the bottom panel the blower runs for about 90 seconds. Once the blower runs for 90 seconds, the inducer fan will start up and then I hear the click that would typically begin the process of heating up the Ignitor. After about 7 seconds or so, I can hear/smell Gas seeping out into the chamber, but it obviously doesn't ignite because the Ignitor isn't getting red. At that point it gives me a Error code of 34. I used a long match and ignited the chamber from a distance once I heard the gas coming out and the Furnace fired right up and seemed to stay lit. Does anyone have any ideas of what I could check? I assume its something to do with the ignitor. Do I try to replace the Ignitor? Is this a difficult task? Could it be something with the computer/board? I would just hate to replace the Ignitor if it was something silly like a fuse or loose wire or something like that. Please advise. Its getting cold here in Ohio!

It is probably your Hot Surface Ignitor (HSI). This is one of the easiest repairs to make in my opinion. After killing power to your furnace, unplug the HSI wires and then remove the screw that holds it in place. Any good appliance parts store (not just appliance store!) should have it. I'm guessing $20-30 or so.

By the way, once you have it out you can inspect it before buying a new one. Note that they are quite fragile. Look for a hairline crack on the black part--it will be very tiny. Also, you could check for electrical continuity to see if it is electrically open.

Best of luck,
WallyH

Yep, most likely a bad igniter. I would test for power to the igniter when you hear the click. IF you have roughly 120 volts goint to igniter, then the igniter is definatley bad. When replacing the igniter, be very careful, as its very fragile and easy to break. Also, never touch the actuall glow element, as the oil from your hands will make it burn out prematurely. So basically handle with extreme care and you should be up and running in no time.

Awesome thanks guys. I ordered a new HS Igniter online ($30) that is coming in a couple days so I will check back once I get the new one installed. I did check the voltage this past weekend and when I hear the click I see that I'm getting 120 volts with my voltage meter... even more confirmation that the HSI imost likely the problem. Not to mention when I took out the old HSI (which was a PIECE OF CAKE), there was a big black mark and a crack going through it. Like I said, I'm pretty sure your advice will work. I will check back once I get the new one in.

Rest assured, if you are getting 12o volts to igniter, and its not glowing, and also it has the marks you described, then the new igniter will most definitely fix your problem. Please do let us know how things work out. I think you are all set.