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How to Troubleshoot Some Common Problems in a Trane Gas Furnace

We will show you how to troubleshoot some common problems with your trane gas furnace. The goal of this troubleshooting guide is to give you a better understanding of what can go wrong with your trane furnace, what repairs might help and when you should call a professional.

First we will look at some of the simple solutions and then we’ll go step-by-step through the sequence of operation and the individual repairs.

Does the furnace cycle on and off?

If the trane furnace ignites and the blower fan is running but there’s no heat coming out of the unit, then something might be restricting the airflow. Turn off your furnace and check the filter. The air filter is located next to the cold air return duct. As the filter collects dust it begins to restrict the airflow, this is why it’s essential to replace the filter every three to six months. If replacing the filter doesn’t help, there might be something else clogging the ducts. So it might be worth a professional inspection.

If your trane furnace isn’t running at all, it’s best to eliminate the simple solutions. First take a look at your thermostat, check the batteries and replace them if necessary. Now make sure that the thermostat is set to heat and the fan is set to auto.

Next check the breaker box, if the furnace breaker is tripped and in the middle position then flip the breaker all the way off and then flip it on to reset the breaker. Locate the power switch on the side of the furnace and make sure that the switch is on. Now find the gas shut-off valve, it should be open. Also many furnaces have a safety switch that prevents the furnace from running when the blower cover is open, so make sure that the cover is closed all the way.

New trane furnace model have a set of safety switches that shut down the furnace when the system is compromised. If a switch is tripped it will cause the furnace to lockout. The unit will attempt ignition several times before going into a hard lockout for up to an hour. Every time a lockout happens, the furnace will use flashing lights as codes to identify the source of the shutdown. These codes are unique to each model so check your trane manual to see what each code means.

Now if you are going to repair trane furnace, know your limits and only a temple you can safely do if your furnace has power then turn on the thermostat and observe the startup sequence first. The draft inducer fan pulls air through the heat exchanger. This ensures that all fumes are exhausted during combustion if the inducer isn’t running then the motor might be seized or burn out. Additionally the wires could be faulty or it could be a problem with the control board if the inducer is running and there’s enough airflow to remove the exhaust gasses. Then the pressure switch will close when the pressure is low. The switch will stay open and will prevent the furnace from igniting.

Try to identify anything that might cause a change of pressure inside the heat exchanger. Check to see if there’s any obstructions in the flue vent or in the inducer motor port.

Does the ignitor glow?

Next check to see if there are any blockages in the pressure switch tubing. If the airflow is good and the pressure switch might be faulty. If the pressure is good then voltage is sent to the hot surface igniter.

Some trane furnace series might use a spark igniter instead. If the igniter doesn’t activate then remove the igniter and test for continuity. If the igniter doesn’t have continuity it will need to be replaced. If the igniter has continuity but still doesn’t ignite then it might be a problem with the wires or the control board as the igniter glows the gas valve will open and the burners will ignite.

Is the flame sensor faulty?

There’s no flame present then check to see if the gas valve is on. If there’s still no flame then you should call a professional. As the gas valve solenoid could be faulty or there could be low gas pressure. The flame sensor checks to see if a flame is present. If all the burners light the flame should stay on for more than seven seconds. If the burners shut off shortly after igniting, the flame sensor could be dirty or defective. Remove the sensor and clean it with a soft abrasive pad. If the flame still doesn’t stay on then replace the flame sensor.

Look for any scorch marks as this indicates a more serious problem. If the flames roll out the front of the burner the flame roll out switch shuts off the furnace. These switches usually have a reset button. If you reset the switch and the switch keeps tripping then shut your furnace off and call a professional.

The heat exchanger could be cracked and could be releasing carbon monoxide into your home. If there’s no sign of a flame roll out then the flame roll out switch might be defective test the switch for continuity. If there is no continuity then replace the flame rollout switch, if there’s continuity and the flame still doesn’t stay lit then call a professional.

Does the blower fan run?

When the burner is lit the blower fan is too late from running to allow the heat exchanger to warm up this prevents the furnace from circulating cold air. If the blower motor still doesn’t run after a minute or two then the motor might be seized or burnt-out the limits which monitors the temperature of the air passing over the heat exchanger and will shut off the furnace if the system overheats. Any restriction of the airflow might cause the heat exchanger to overheat. This is why it’s essential to replace the furnace filter every three to six months. If the airflow is good and the blower fan cycles on and off then the limits which could be defective.

Let us know what trane furnace repairs you’d like to know next. And if you have any question, feel free to cantact me.

Heat Pump Troubleshooting Chart

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Heat Pump is being popularly used in houses and other places to provide solution to heating and cooling the area. It is central air-conditioner which has heating solution as well. It heats the air inside the area by collecting heat from the air that is present outside the house. Caring for heat pump is similar to that of air-conditioner with some changes that are specific to heat pump. Heat Pump troubleshooting chart can help you in smoothly and efficiently using it.

This heat pump troubleshooting chart is going to help you in analysing what problem is there and how you can tackle that. This chart can be used for air conditioner as well.

Heat Pump doesn’t Turn On

This can be due to various reasons such as:

If the setting of thermostat is not correct. When used for heating purpose heat should be chosen and temperature needs to be higher than the room temperature. For cooling it should be set at cool, and the temperature should be lower than the room temperature. If the setting is correct and you still see some discrepancy call the technician.
See that the breaker is switched on, check the entire connections main and sub panels. It may be required to reset the breaker.
There could be some problem with the wiring. Check that there are no damaged wiring, if so replace them and contact the technician as soon as possible and turn off the main unit.

Heat Pump is Not Heating despite being On

Reasons due to which this can happen are:

If Indoor coil is dirty, clean it and if necessary contact the clean-up service
Filter has to be cleaned and checked every 30 days, if using reusable filter clean it regularly or else use disposable filter.
Indoor fan could be the reason. The drive belt of blower could be loose and slipping, get it tightened and clean the fan.
Leakage in suction reversing valves or discharge valves.
Non-condensable are present in the unit, get it checked by a technician.
Your refrigerant could be low. It happens because of leakage somewhere, get the unit checked.

Evaporator Coil has Frost On it

Reasons for this could be:

Filter is dirty, clean it regularly or use disposable filter.
Coil fins are bent. You can correct them using the fin comb.
Fan problem
If thermostat is not functioning properly then replace it.
Coil is dirty and needs cleaning.

Liquid leaking from Unit

Reasons for this can be:

Check the condensate hole and line and clean it if clogged.
Drain pan is clogged, get it cleaned.
Leakage of refrigerant, if so get the unit checked and repair the leakage.
Piping and valves in bad condition, ensure nothing is damaged or leaking.

This heat pump troubleshooting chart is going to help you out in checking whether there is any trouble in your heat pump unit and if so can you tackle it or you would need a technician for the same.

Trane Air Conditioner Troubleshooting

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Trane Air Conditioner Troubleshooting – What can be handled at home and what not? Trane Air Conditioner if installed by a professional or company experts and that too perfectly can give you smooth and efficient result. It is hassle free and energy saving as well, but as with any electrical item there comes a time when your air conditioner would need fixing or troubleshooting. At that time, before calling the professional first see that you check it thoroughly using the Trane Air conditioner Troubleshooting steps.

How to do Trane Air Conditioner Troubleshooting

Trane air conditioner troubleshooting has two sides, one is simple that can be taken care at home and if the problem is huge then you may need to contact the professionals. Check the manual so that you better understand what you are going to do. Here let’s have a look at both one by one.

The simple troubleshooting tips which can be used at home and can rectify minor problems are:

Thermostat control is a major player, though you may say that it is set right, do check it before calling professionals, it could be wrongly set due to which unit is not working properly.
If there is no Airflow, first check the filter whether they are clogged, clean it as instructed in the manual.
When you are checking for clogged filter, inspect the coil as well. See that it shouldn’t be dirty or frozen. If there is water underneath unit or the coil is cold from outside then shut the unit for some time so that it can defrost, but do call the technician to do a check-up in this case.
There could be a trip in the circuit breaker. A usual problem seen in older homes as the wiring doesn’t support the new equipment and cause overload. If the unit has stopped completely think whether the breaker is connected to equipment directly or it goes back to main breaker box of the house, whether tripped circuit is happening in whole house or just with the equipment, Was there any storm that caused the failure in circuit recently? These questions will help you in troubleshooting the unit and will let you know what is amiss in the system. Though before you reset your circuit breakers, inspect for any damage that may have happened because of winds or some natural causes. Rectify them before resetting.

Problems which will require professionals or technician help for Trane air conditioner troubleshooting are:

When your Outdoor unit doesn’t function right but indoor unit is working fine.
If you see the unit is using electricity to extreme level.
When there is too much of system cycling happening.
Your system requires professional help if thermostat is not functioning properly and can’t be set.
Unit is continuously running.
Drip Pan is spilling over.

Some of these Trane air conditioner troubleshooting can be rectified at home but some requires professionals to correct it, depending on the nature of problem that has occurred you can troubleshoot your air conditioner. These steps can help you save lot of your efforts, time and money.

Trane Warranty Guide

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This article is about our detail guide to Trane Warranty. How to register and what is covered and what isn’t. And a review on Trane extended warranties and whether they are worth the money.

Trane warranty can save you a good deal of money down the road. It should covered components malfunction and fail due to a manufacturing defect.

Air conditioning systems typically last 15 to 20 years, so a longer warranty term is effective for a significant portion of the system’s expected service life. If your A/C units is covered by trane warranty, the cost of the new component will be covered, but you may have to pay for the labor service cost.

Register Your Warranty

Trane warranty must be registered within 60 days, in order to get full coverage. You can do registration warranty by online or by phone. Otherwise, you get only the Base Limited Warranty which is much shorter, usually just five years.

Read our guide about how to register your trane warranty here Trane Registration

Types of Trane Warranties

BASE LIMITED WARRANTY

Every Trane residential unit comes with a Base Limited Warranty. This warranty covers parts that break due to manufacturer defect, but it does not cover the cost of labor. The Base Limited Warranty can range from 1 year to 20 years depending on the product.

Base Limited Warranty terms can be found in your Owner’s Manual. If you register your product within 60 days of installation, either by phone or online, then it becomes a Registered Limited Warranty.

REGISTERED LIMITED WARRANTY

If you register your new Trane product within 60 days of installation, the Base Limited Warranty is lengthened and becomes a Registered Limited Warranty at no additional cost.

This trane warranty covers parts that break due to manufacturer defect, but does not cover the cost of labor. The Registered Limited Warranty can range from 5 years to lifetime depending on the product.

Trane Registration can be completed online or by phone. If the product is not registered within 60 days of installation, Trane’s Base Limited Warranty terms will apply. Registration is not required for all states and provinces.

EXTENDED WARRANTY

The Optional Extended Warranty offers you even more protection and covers the cost of parts and labor. To purchase an Optional Extended Warranty, please contact your local Trane dealer.

For how to check if your units is under warranty, check our guide here Trane Warranty Lookup

An extended warranty starts when your standard warranty expires. The better plan is to have your system cleaned and serviced every few years and start putting away money for major repairs and replacement.

Extended warranties are also called Extended Service Agreements or ESAs. Most are third-party warranties provided by HVAC dealers.

When you plan to selling your home, potential buyers might like having an extended warranty on a air conditioning system that is 10+ years old. But that’s only if the extended warranty you purchase has a transfer clause.

Trane extended warranty require annual service contracts. Not only do you pay upfront, but you’ll have annual expenses. Most service contracts cost $100 to $250 for every maintenance calls per year, based on the equipment covered and the plan features. The service contract must be purchased from the company that sold and installed your Trane units.

Replacement A/C units is not covered by trane extended warranties, it only cover repairs. If your Trane AC or furnace breaks in 14 years, you might prefer get a new unit. It could be more efficient, so energy costs will be lower.

Those are the pros and cons of extended warranties and all you need to know about Trane Warranty. Trane known to has the quality in their heating and cooling products and back it up by offering an HVAC leading warranty program.

How do I Register my Trane Warranty?

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Trane warranty registration is quick and easy. Registration can be completed online or by phone. Things you need to prepare in the registration process is trane serial number, trane model number and the installation date of your Trane A/C units.

Trane model numbers and serial numbers are needed to register a new product or look up an existing warranty. Information on locating your product’s serial number can be found here.

Trane heating and air conditioning warranty programs offer years of a “worry-free” protection. It gives you comfort that brings you peace of mind. Trane is very famous for innovative heating and cooling products with industry-leading warranty coverage.

Different Types of Trane Warranties

BASE LIMITED WARRANTY

Included with every Trane residential unit (some exclusions may apply). Covers manufacturer defects from 1-20 years depending on the product.

Talk to your dealer what the Base Limited Warranty covers for the model you’ve selected and if upgrading it with an Optional Extended Warranty is right for you. Ask your dealer for full warranty information at time of purchase.

REGISTERED LIMITED WARRANTY

One of the strongest manufacturer’s limited warranties on parts available. FREE when you register your product within 60 days of installation.

If the product is not registered within 60 days of installation, Trane’s Base Limited Warranty terms will apply. For complete, detailed information on your specific product’s warranty coverage, visit the product page, or contact your independent Trane dealer.

OPTIONAL EXTENDED WARRANTY

Purchase additional coverage on parts and labor in 5, 10 or 12 year increments.

An extended warranty protects your investment for the long run, and it’s a small price to pay for your peace of mind. Your independent Trane Heating & Air Conditioning Dealer can help you find the extended warranty that best fits your needs

Please note that routine maintenance is required as recommended in the owner’s manual to ensure proper performance of the equipment. Repairs that are required due to lack of routine maintenance are not covered by the Extended Service Agreement.

WARRANTY TRANSFER

Selling our buying a house? You may be able to transfer an existing warranty. Your reliable Trane system may help you sell your home, with the purchase of a Registered Limited Warranty Transfer Option.

The Registered Limited Warranty transferability option is available for a $59 fee during the initial 60 day Product Registration period. If purchased outside of the Product Registration Period, a $99 fee will apply; however, this option is available up to ninety (90) days following the sale of your home. Transferability restrictions may vary by state.

Already Registered? Find information on your warranty here.

If you need more help regarding trane warranty registration, contact a Trane Comfort Specialist. Their service continues well after your air conditioning system is installed.