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Heatilator • GDST3831I • 2127-900 Rev. N • 6/15
Figure 3.2 IPI Pilot Flame Patterns
Burner Ignition and Operation
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Quali
fi
ed Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, whisk
broom,
fl
ashlight, voltmeter, indexed drill bit set, and a
manometer.
• Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot
or igniter.
• Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion
or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary.
• Replace ember materials with new dime-size pieces.
DO NOT
block ports or obstruct lighting paths. Refer to
Section 14 for proper ember placement.
• Verify batteries have been removed from battery back-
up IPI systems to prevent premature battery failure or
leaking.
• Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all
ports. Verify that there is no ignition delay.
• Inspect for lifting or other
fl
ame problems.
• Verify air shutter setting is correct. See Section 14 for
required air shutter setting. Verify air shutter is clear of
dust and debris.
• Inspect ori
fi
ce for soot, dirt and corrosion. Verify ori
fi
ce
size is correct. See Service Parts List for proper ori
fi
ce
sizing.
• Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as
required.
• Inspect pilot
fl
ame pattern and strength. See Figure 3.2
for proper pilot
fl
ame pattern. Clean or replace ori
fi
ce
spud as necessary.
• Inspect IPI
fl
ame sensing rod for soot, corrosion and
deterioration. Polish with
fi
ne steel wool or replace as
required.
• Verify that there is not a short in
fl
ame sense circuit by
checking continuity between pilot hood and
fl
ame sense
rod. Replace pilot as necessary.
