{"product_id":"carrier-py4gpab36060aa-igniter-1kzbpu","title":"OEM Carrier Hot Surface Igniter 48VL400002 for PY4GPAB36060AA","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOEM Carrier Hot Surface Igniter (48VL400002) for Model PY4GPAB36060AA\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis OEM spark electrode igniter is the factory-specified replacement for the \u003cstrong\u003eCarrier PY4GPAB36060AA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged unit. The hot surface igniter is the first component in the ignition sequence — it heats to extreme temperature to ignite the gas burner on each call for heat. When it fails, the control board will attempt one or more ignition trials, detect no flame, and lock out the system, leaving you with a no-heat call and a flashing fault code. Replacing it with the correct OEM part (part number \u003cstrong\u003e48VL400002\u003c\/strong\u003e) ensures the right wattage, geometry, and ceramic body rating for reliable, long-life ignition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM Part No. 48VL400002 | Spark Electrode \/ Hot Surface Igniter design | Factory-matched wattage and mounting geometry | Ceramic insulator body rated for high-cycle thermal stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM vs Generic:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM igniters are manufactured to exact wattage and resistance tolerances. Off-brand igniters frequently run out of spec, causing nuisance lockouts or premature cracking of the igniter element — especially in high-efficiency packaged units like the PY4GPAB36060AA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall Difficulty: 2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e — Turn off gas supply and disconnect power before beginning. Tools needed: 1\/4\" and 5\/16\" nut drivers, flat-blade screwdriver, needle-nose pliers. Handle the igniter element only by its ceramic body — skin oils accelerate element failure. Do not apply power until the unit is fully reassembled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-year OEM factory warranty against defects. Ships same business day from our warehouse when ordered before 3 PM local time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered as a direct OEM drop-in for \u003cstrong\u003eCarrier PY4GPAB36060AA\u003c\/strong\u003e packaged gas\/electric units. Always cross-reference the part number on your existing igniter and your unit's data plate before ordering. Not sure it fits? Our HVAC parts specialists verify fitment before every order — contact us and we'll confirm within minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carrier","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":62640309862771,"sku":"CARRIE-PY4GPAB36060AA-IGNITER-48VL400002","price":81.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Generic","offer_id":62640309895539,"sku":"CARRIE-PY4GPAB36060AA-IGNITER-48VL400002-GEN","price":71.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/1190\/5395\/files\/nhvac-igniter-48VL400002_8164a5e1-93eb-4d3b-8efb-d3f13d26fca3.jpg?v=1775033773","url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/carrier-py4gpab36060aa-igniter-1kzbpu","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}