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This is a photocell designed for use in space heaters to detect the presence of a flame, ensuring that the burner ignites and remains lit to provide heat while preventing the release of unburned gas. This photocell is a genuine OEM part, sold individually, and is compatible with various heater models. It is typically attached to the main combustion chamber with a bracket (sold separately). Factors like dirt and debris, aging, and exposure to higher temperatures can lead to photocell failure. A failing photocell can result in your heater not starting, starting intermittently and then shutting down, and sometimes displaying error codes related to the photocell. To replace this part, you will need a screwdriver and/or socket wrench, as well as a set of pliers. Begin by disconnecting the heater from its power source and draining the fuel from the heater. Remove the top, back, and side covers of the heater to access its internal components. Locate the photocell within the heater, disconnect its cable and the photocell itself, and then install the new photocell. Reassemble your heater, ensuring that any disconnected wires are properly reconnected.
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Heater would run for a minute, then shut off. If i removed the cover, it ran well.
Kevin from Anchorage, Alaska
Not running properly, low pressure, cracked air line and deteriorated fuel line
Matthew from Muskego, Wisconsin
Heater would not start
walt from rock rapids, Iowa
Replaced the original thermostat and photocell which were both 12 years old.
Judd from Baraboo, Wisconsin
would shut down. threw a photocell code.
lindsey from jackson, Michigan
Torpedo Hester bad nozzle
Stephen from Momence, Illinois
The photocell turned out to be bad and also the thermostatic limit control switch
ARVIN from ASHTON, Iowa
Failed to continue operation after 1-2 minutes
timothy from LOS ANGELES, California
Heater ran 15 sec then wouldn\'t stay lit. Displayed E-1 code.
Tom from TORRINGTON, Wyoming
Heater would not stay running.
Max from Candler, North Carolina
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