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Carrier 38SYG048 Flame Sensor
The flame sensor is one that will consistently detect the appropriate flame when igniting the system. As with any other safety sensor, if the sensor get triggered everything stops until the main issue is remedied.
Key symptoms to watch for in a failing furnace flame sensor
- The entire heating system will sometimes work infrequently when it feels like it
- The type of gas you use has difficulty trying to start an ignition sequence and the system throws an error code
- The heat system is unwilling to work and will shut everything down
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If you are going to be buying or ordering a replacement flame sensor for your Carrier 38SYG048 do your best and make sure of the correct model as well as make a visual inspection in order to be sure the proper replacement flame sensor is being ordered. There is no rule that says you have to install the replacement part alone. Search for a pro locally to pay to install it for you.
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