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I have experienced a wide range of various problems with this hot surface ignition on slgs models. Everything from and intermittent bad connection at the molex plug. That was real fun trying to figure that one out. To flue draft issues. Two problems occurring simultaneously and intermittently and depending on the age a flame spreader that the newer ones have and the older do not. You can get this spreader from S/B and add it on. If the flame does not carry over to the flame sensor quickly enough it can lock out. Poor draft will exacerbate this as well as improper gas pressure. With this one you really have to pay attention to what is going on and troubleshoot accordingly. Sometimes it's a quick fix, bad ignitor, bad module, or flame sensor, more often than not it's not that easy. One thing I do know from decades of experience is never troubleshoot by just changing parts which is what may be happening here. If you or your tech put a part in, in error, always remove it when the real cause is found. You will keep your customers and your reputation. Happy troubleshooting!
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I've always carried an electricians hand tool pouch over my shoulder. Screwdrivers, nutdrivers, pliers, etc…and still do. I try to keep it light. Many years ago I started carrying a 5 gallon pickle bucket in addition, manually, for pipe wrenches and larger tools. That started to get heavy and old quickly. So then I purchased the smaller size fold up hand truck at pep boys ( have also seen it elsewhere) and fastened the 5 gallon bucket to it with a bungee cord. It fits perfectly. Later the 5 gallon bucket organizers appeared in stores and I bought one of the first ones out. I've worn out several buckets, fold up hand trucks, and a few bucket organizers with daily use since then, I don't get in front equipment without it. Many customers have commented me on it and I use it everyday. It can be customized and may be an option for some techs.
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Hello fellow techs, having just read some of the discussions I am looking forward to contributing to the forum in our specialty field.