HOT SURFACE IGNITION SYSTEM (HSI)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

50E47-1XX OR 50F47-1XX IGNITION/DETECTION CONTROL MODULE

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TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
MODELS WITH DIAGNOSTIC LIGHT have self diagnostic capabilities. If the light on the module is on continuously, the fault is likely to be internal to the module. To make sure, interrupt line or 25 volt thermostat power for a few seconds and then restore. If internal fault is indicated again, and flame sensor is not shorted to ground, replace control. A flashing light indicates the problem is most likely in the external components or wiring. Proceed as follows: FOR ALL 50E47 OR 50F47 CONTROL MODULES Three Visual Checks ) The ignitor will warm up and glow red (see Chart ) 2) The main burner flame will ignite (see Chart 2) 3) The main burner flame will continue to burn after the ignitor is turned off (see Chart 3) Troubleshooting the system consists of checking for these three visual indications. The following charts define the proper action if any of these indications do not occur.

! WARNING
Failure to read and follow all instructions carefully before installing or operating this control, could cause personal injury and/ or property damage.

! WARNING
50E47 and 50F47 controls contain no serviceable parts replace with exact model and type number to prevent a possible flame rollout and resulting injury.

! WARNING
Turn power off before servicing. Line voltage (20 VAC) could be present on the surface of the ignitor, if the system is not correctly wired. Such voltage can cause serious injury or death. The following 4 steps must be performed first before any troubleshooting begins. ) Disconnect electric power to system at main fuse or circuit breaker. 2) Remove draft shield (if necessary to gain access to the ignitor. 3) Visually inspect equipment for apparent damage. Check wiring for loose connections. 4) Check for Reversed Polarity. (HSI models with diagnostic light are polarity sensitive and may lock out if 20 volt service wiring is reversed.) A. Disconnect the ignitor socket from the wiring harness. Connect an AC voltmeter across the terminal connected to the white wire and chassis ground. B. Re-connect electric power to system. If no voltage exists, polarity is correct; proceed to step 4D. C. If voltage exists between the terminal connected to the white wire and the chassis ground, the main power supply lines are improperly connected to the furnace (Reversed Polarity). Again disconnect electric power to the system; then reverse incoming line voltage leads and repeat step 4B. D. Re-connect the ignitor socket to the wiring harness. Re-check the system for proper operation. If neither apparent damage, loose connection nor reversed polarity is the problem, proceed to the visual check chart (st, 2nd or 3rd) that is suggested by the actual condition.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS
50E47/50F47-XXX Ignition Detection Control 36EXX-XXX Redundant Gas Valve 767A-XXX Silicon Carbide Ignitor 760-XXX Sense Electrode F115-XXXX Harness
TYPICAL SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM
Line Voltage Hot
GND

Neutral

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Transformer 25 VAC, 60 Hz W
Limit

Common (C)

Thermostat

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MV
White

Black

Redundant Valve

Main Valve MV TR TH FP

Terminal Legend MV Main Valve TR Transformer TH Thermostat FP Flame Probe GND Burner Ground L Line IGN Ignitor

Flame Sensor Probe GND L IGN

Silicon Carbide Ignitor Black

Line Voltage Low Voltage

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CHART 1

Call for heat. Thermostat contacts close.

50E47/50F47 FIRST VISUAL CHECK (Does ignitor glow bright red?)

Does silicon ignitor warm up and glow bright red after prepurge duration? (see module label) No Is 25 volts present across module terminals TH & TR? No Is 25 volts present across secondary of transformer? No No Is 120 volts present across primary of transformer?

Replace open limits or fuses in 120 volt supply. Energize system and check for proper operation.

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Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Go to Chart 2.

DISCONNECT ELECTRIC POWER TO SYSTEM AT MAIN FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER! Replace open 25 volt limits or thermostat. Energize system and check for proper operation. Replace transformer. Energize system and check for proper operation.

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Unplug ignitor from wire harness and connect ohmmeter across ignitor leads. Is resistance within equipment manufacturers specifications? No Replace ignitor. Connect electric power to system at main fuse or circuit breaker. No Yes Connect ohmmeter across IGN & L terminals of module. Connect electric power to system at main fuse or circuit breaker. Energize system. Does continuity exist between IGN & L after prepurge duration? (see module label) Yes No Correct discontinuities in ignitor harness or connections. Energize system and check for proper operation.

Energize system. Does ignitor deenergize after trial for ignition period? (see module label)

Yes

System is functioning properly.

Replace module. Energize system and check for proper operation.

Replace module. Energize system and check for proper operation.

NOTE: All voltage readings +10% - 15%

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50E47/50F47 SECOND VISUAL CHECK (Does main burner ignite?)

CHART 2

Does main burner ignite?

No

Is manual knob on gas valve in ON position? Yes Yes Is outlet pressure at nameplate rating? Yes

Turn manual knob on gas valve to OFF position. Connect manometer to outlet pressure tap.

Turn manual knob on gas valve to ON position. Energize system. Is outlet pressure detected? No Correct supply pressure. Energize system and check for proper operation. No

Purge system of air. Energize system and check for proper operation.

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No Is gas available at source? Yes Restore gas supply at source. Energize system and check for proper operation. NOTE: All voltage readings +10% - 15%

Yes

Go to Chart 3

Turn manual knob on gas valve to ON position. Energize system and check for proper operation.

Disconnect leads at gas valve. Energize system. Is 25 volts present across leads after ignitor warm up duration? (see module label) No

Replace gas valve. Energize system and check for proper operation.

With system energized, is 25 volts present across MV & MV terminals of module after ignitor warm up duration? No Replace module. Energize system and check for proper operation.

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Yes

Replace leads. Energize system and check for proper operation.

50E47/50F47 THIRD VISUAL CHECK (Does main burner remain lit?)

CHART 3

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Does main burner remain lit after trial for ignition period? (see module label) No No Yes

No

Does flame sensor probe have carbon or dust build-up? Is control box GND terminal wired to burner ground?

Deenergize system and disconnect sensor lead from module. Connect ohmmeter across sensor lead terminal and burner ground. Is resistance less than 50 meg ohms? Connect ohmmeter across sensor lead terminal and sensor probe. Does continuity exist? No No Yes

Correct ground wiring.

Yes Yes

Yes

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Replace sensor. Energize system and check for proper operation. Replace sensor. Energize system and check for proper operation. Replace 50E47/50F47-XXX control.

Remove flame sensor. Clean surface of flame sense rod with fine steel wool or emery cloth, then reinstall.

Is flame sense probe located properly in flame? Proper location No would provide adequate flame current yet not exceed maximum rod temperature. Microammeter reads1a or greater.

Reposition flame sense probe to achieve 1a or greater sense current, or, if unattainable, replace 760-XXX sensor.

Does ignitor turn off with main burner flame still present?

No

Ignitor remains heated (bright red) with main burner flame present.

Yes

Yes

Replace 50E47/50F47-XXX control.

Thermostat satisfied. NOTE: All voltage readings +10% - 15%

Yes

HSI system cycle complete.

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