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agreiser
Sep 29, 2009, 04:33 PM
I have a Goodman GMP125-5 Rev B. The flue fan starts up and then I hear a click like the igniter should be glowing, but it doesn't. I replaced the igniter last year. I also pulled it and there are no cracks. This is the first time I have attempted to use the heater since last spring. Thanks, Al

hvac1000
Sep 29, 2009, 05:13 PM
Check the board where the ignitor plugs in for power/voltage. You will have to figure a way for your meter to stay attached while you start the furnace. Also check the board for the number of blinks. The blink code will be on the wiring diagram on the back sode of the blower access door.

agreiser
Sep 29, 2009, 05:19 PM
I get continuous blinking, and I don't have a voltmeter handy. When I fired up the A/C earlier this year the condensation was stuck and got the circuit board wet. I wonder if that got fried?

hvac1000
Sep 29, 2009, 05:26 PM
OUCH it is a good possibility the board is toast but it is always best to test. You could hook a light bulb with some wires attached to the terminals for the ignitor power test but you should have a meter and know how to use it for proper testing.

agreiser
Sep 29, 2009, 06:00 PM
I found a small test light. Tested OK on an outlet. Plugged in to the 2 wires going to the ignitor. Flue fan turned on, about 10 seconds later I got one dim split second flash on the test light, then a couple of seconds later I hear the click and no power on the test light after that.

hvac1000
Sep 29, 2009, 09:21 PM
The power to the ignitor should have stayed on longer than that. Any blinks on the circuit board? How many?

agreiser
Sep 30, 2009, 05:45 AM
Continuous blinking on the circuit board light.

hvac1000
Sep 30, 2009, 06:50 AM
Look below and you might also look on the back of the blower door for a diagram.

agreiser
Sep 30, 2009, 07:41 AM
What is the action required for error code "flamed sensed no call for heat"?

agreiser
Sep 30, 2009, 07:43 AM
Do I need to clean the Flame Sensor with emory cloth?

hvac1000
Sep 30, 2009, 08:09 AM
You can try to clean the flame sensor but the board might be shot as was mentioned before.. BTW you are never to touch the ignitor (black/gray) area with your bare hands.

agreiser
Sep 30, 2009, 08:15 PM
I tested the wire for the ignitor all the way back to the board and no power. Found out it was a stuck relay on the board. I gave the relay a couple of taps and the ignitor kicked on. The heat is on. Thanks for all your help.

hvac1000
Sep 30, 2009, 09:03 PM
Usually the relays cannot be replaced and if it was stuck the board is not safe to be trusted since all the safety devices use the board. I suggest you obtain a replacement ASAP especially since cold weather is around the corner and you would not want to experience a board failure when it is real cold outside.

agreiser
Oct 1, 2009, 07:53 AM
Thanks for all your help and advice. I will replace that board ASAP. Best Regards, Al

hvac1000
Oct 1, 2009, 08:15 AM
No problem.