Customer: I have Rheem Criterion II Gas Furnace. The hot surface ignitor does not heat up. The thermostat calls for heat, the inducer fan kicks on, but the hot surface ignitor does not glow red. I replaced the ignitor -- thinking it may be cracked. It still doesn't light up. I manually ignite the furance and it operates fine.. The furnace's igniter might either be cracked or faulty. A faulty or dirty ignition or sensor is a relatively easy fix, if cracks replace the igniter. If it isn't cracked, use a volt meter to test the Rheem Criterion ii ignitor. Rheem Furnace Ignitor Location. Rheem Criterion II Ignitor is located in about the same position as the pilot.
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