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    BHeinrich Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 20, 2007, 06:15 PM
    Electronic Ignition ; Gas Forced air
    Does an electronic ignition system eliminate a pilot light?
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    May 20, 2007, 06:32 PM
    Yes
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    May 20, 2007, 07:32 PM
    There are some older systems where it lights the pilot.
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    May 20, 2007, 08:21 PM
    Yes it does, some brands use a spark to light the pilot and when the burners are lit and flame is sensed it goes out.
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