Electric furnaces are safe, reliable, and energy-efficient. Precision-engineered and manufactured to the highest quality standards, they are a popular home heating option throughout Michigan. At Robin Aire Service Company, our certified and insured HVAC technicians have the skills and expertise required to keep your electric furnace in exceptional condition.
Within every electric furnace is a sequencer that helps the unit heat your home efficiently. It’s not an overstatement to say that the sequencer is the key to the whole process. Both gas and electric furnaces operate by using a blower motor and fan to blow air into the furnace, where it’s warmed and then blown into the ductwork. However, that’s about where the similarities end and the importance of the electric furnace sequencer begins.
When your electric furnace malfunctions, contact Robin Aire Service Company to schedule furnace repair in Southeast Michigan today.
What Is a Furnace Sequencer?
Within your electric furnace, there is an array of heating elements enclosed within metal coils that heat up as the result of electrical resistance. The electric furnace sequencer ensures that these heating elements don’t turn on and heat up at the same time. The sequencer turns each heating element on in a precise sequence that allows for the optimal amount of output.
Without the sequencer, the heating process would overload the circuits and cause your circuit breaker to trip. And it’s not just electric furnaces that rely on a sequencer for smooth and efficient operation. They are also found in heat pumps.
Small and resembling a terminal, electric furnace sequencers are (typically, depending on the model) inexpensive components that are installed between the heating element and the thermostat. When you set the thermostat to the desired temperature, the heat-reactive circuits within the sequencer prevent the current from passing through at the same time. The sequencer will send voltage to the first element, then the next, and so on as each heating element warms up.
Signs of Electric Furnace Sequencer Failure
Most electric furnace sequencers are well-designed and built to last, and most have an expected lifespan of between 12 to 15 years. However, over time, the constant heating and cooling cycles can wear the component down until it fails.
When it fails, it’s typically sudden, and you’re likely to notice. The failure of your electric furnace sequencer is something that requires immediate attention because your furnace won’t operate properly without it. It can also be potentially unsafe to continue to use the furnace.
If you detect any of the following issues, we strongly recommend that you schedule a service appointment with a licensed and insured HVAC technician:
- Tripped breaker or blown fuses
- Insufficient heating
- Heating element won’t turn on
- Unit overheats while running
Depend On Robin Aire for Electric Furnace Repair
At Robin Aire Service Company, you will always receive the responsive service and exceptional quality you deserve. We offer free estimates on replacements and service calls, upfront pricing, worry-free service plans, financing options, and more. When you choose our family-operated company, we guarantee your satisfaction with our services!
Contact Robin Aire Service Company to schedule electric furnace repair in Southeast Michigan.
