Pilot Won't Light

[Frank55]

Hi Robert,

Coleman furnace model # 8631-776 has been taking longer and longer to light (last year we had the short cycle problem that you helped so much with); in checking the unit this afternoon, I could hear and physically see the spark; however, it took a long time to light; this evening it wouldn't/won't light at all.

In reading some other posts you said to clean the pilot light and or orifices there; could you detail this? Can I pull the tube off and run a wire through it?

As usual, any help would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,
Frank

[Robert]

Hi Frank,

Yes, but very carefully as to not damage anything. Use smaller wire than the opening. Can also use canned air to shoot through pilot tubing, orifice and burner.



Thanks,
Robert