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    zyang Posts: 8, Reputation: 1
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    Oct 31, 2008, 09:24 AM
    Is it normal pilot always burning?
    The pilot of my gas furnace is always burning, even when the furnace is not at working. I can see the flame. Is it Ok? No wasted poison air into house?
    Thanks.
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    Oct 31, 2008, 10:49 AM

    Yes, if its an older one and not electronic ignition that's how they work.
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