Where is the reset button on a Ruud furnace?

Where is the reset button on a Ruud furnace?

Rheem/Ruud are one of the few manufacturers that have a reset button on the outside near the bottom of there outdoor heat pumps and air conditioners.

How do I reset my Ruud heater?

If the furnace doesn’t have a power switch you can turn off, turn off the circuit breaker controlling the furnace, open the blower housing and locate the reset button on the side of the blower motor. Press it in until it clicks and then restore power to the furnace by turning the breaker back on.

Why won’t my Ruud furnace won’t ignite?

Common solutions for: Ruud Furnace not heating. If the flame sensor does not detect a flame, the control board will shut off voltage to the gas valve to prevent the furnace from heating. Sometimes, if the flame sensor is dirty, it will fail to detect a flame. Try cleaning the flame sensor with a fine abrasive pad.

Why is my Ruud furnace blowing cold air?

Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the filter is too dirty. A dirty air filter blocks airflow over the furnace’s heat exchanger, causing it to overheat. When overheating, your furnace can trip a high limit switch, causing the furnace burners to shut off so that the heat exchanger does not crack.

Can hear your furnace click on but it does not fire up?

The Pilot Light (Faulty Ignition Sensor) The pilot light or ignition sensor is usually the most common issue when your furnace will not ignite. This is typically the problem if you can hear your furnace click on but it does not fire up. If the sensor or ignitor is dirty, it will need to be cleaned.

How do you fix a faulty ignition furnace?

Most modern gas furnaces can be reset by turning off the power, waiting around 20 seconds, then switching the power back on. Other furnace models may exit lockout after 1-2 hours and attempt to power on again. If your furnace has a pilot light, you may need to relight it following the manufacturer’s instructions.