How to test sequencers in electric furnace

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  • How to test sequencers in electric furnace

    • Shut down the furnace at the main breaker..

    Use an electric test to make sure that it's indeed off.

  • Use an electric test to make sure that it's indeed off.
  • Open the furnace and locate the heat sequencer.
  • Shut down the furnace at the main breaker.
  • Disconnect the wires from the sequencer.
  • Take out your multimeter and connect the leads to the heat sequencer.

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