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    Jan 12, 2010, 05:49 PM
    Why won't my gas furnace stay ignited?
    My gas furnace turns on the igniter lights the burners but the burners don't stay light. Can anybody tell me what's up?
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    Jan 12, 2010, 05:57 PM

    Does your furnace have a flame senser? If so, clean it with emery cloth or steel wool. Let us know if this helps. If it doesn't, come on back and give make and model number of furnace and we will take the next step. Good luck.
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