had this issue for several years and several techs came out but no fixes. Most of time happens during the mid-night and early morning, and works properly in the daytime so the techs could not see any issue. Here is the description: " Normally happens in cold temp (below 30) and mid-night/early morning, working normally most of time during the daytime. The burner cannot stay on and results short cycling, the unit could stop before reaching the set temperature. . Inducer motor turns on ; 2. igniters ignite for approx 5 secs 3. Gas shuts off, 3. Inducer motor continues to run, while flame kicks on/off frequently, and the blower could starts after dozens of trials, and the burner could repeat on/off during the cycle. I took some advice from a professional and vacuumed the drain tubes (which goes to the trap) from the inducer, it worked for 2 months and seems failed again., Occasionally i noticed there is some water traces right underneath the inducer. The unit is located at attic, it is Goodman brand about 14-15 yrs old, had inducer, gas valve replaced last year, and I have cleaned the flame sensor but no improvement. Any comments or suggestions? Thank you
Gas furnace flame wont stay on in the night/early morning
Feb 06, 2021
Last reply: 3 years ago
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I understand that you're having trouble with your Goodman brand furnace staying on during cold temperatures, specifically in the middle of the night or early in the morning. This is a common issue that can be caused by a few different things. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem:
- Check the thermostat to ensure it's functioning properly and set at the correct temperature. Make sure the air filter is clean and not clogged. A dirty filter can cause the furnace to shut off.
- Check the flame sensor to make sure it's clean and free of debris.
- Look for any water traces around the inducer. If there is water, it could indicate a clogged condensate drain line, which needs to be cleaned to prevent the furnace from shutting off.
- Check the gas valve and make sure it's functioning properly.
Here is a list of tools and materials you may need:
- Thermostat batteries (if applicable)
- Vacuum cleaner
- Rags or paper towels
- Screwdriver
- Multimeter
If the problem persists after attempting these troubleshooting steps, it may be time to call in a professional for a more in-depth diagnosis.
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