Rather than keep a flame burning all the time, the intermittent pilot only lights when needed. ... The system responds to the command for heat by using an electric spark to ignite the flame. A sensor registers the flame and lights the main burner, at which point the pilot light goes out.Dec 5, 2014
What is the main difference between standing pilot and intermittent ignition?
An intermittent pilot uses a small, gas-powered flame to ignite the burners, but unlike a traditional standing pilot light, only burns when beginning a heating cycle. Though it still uses additional fuel, as soon as the burners ignite, it is shut off.
What is interrupted pilot?
Interrupted pilot for a gas hearth product means a pilot that is automatically ignited when an appliance is called on to operate and is automatically extinguished after the main burner operation has been initiated.
What is the difference between millivolt and intermittent pilot?
The difference between the IPI compared to the Milivolt system is that a Milivolt has a pilot light that stays on 24/7. The IPI system does not use a pilot light and instead relies on an electronic ignition switch to light the pilot after flipping on the wall switch or using the remote.Oct 9, 2015
What is a continuous pilot?
A standing pilot is the standard ignition device for most natural gas burning heating systems, and has been for many years. It's a continuously burning flame at the bottom of the heater, responsible for starting the burners that actually generate heat for the home.Dec 12, 2014
How do I reset my electronic ignition furnace?
- First, turn off the power supply to the furnace by turning off the breaker in the circuit box.
- Locate the reset button on the furnace and press it to reset the furnace. ...
- If the button is popped up, press it down.
- Return the cover to the blower compartment and turn the power on.