ICP Hot Surface Igniter Electrode for RGS213HREA0AAAA — OEM 1179966 | Ships Today
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Overview
This genuine ICP/Tempstar/Heil OEM igniter electrode (part 1179966) is the ignition component that lights the burners on the RGS213HREA0AAAA gas furnace. On a call for heat, the furnace control energizes the igniter, which heats or sparks at the burner to ignite the gas. The electrode is positioned precisely in the burner flame path, so a cracked element, eroded tip, or hairline fracture is one of the most common reasons a furnace fails to light, locks out after several ignition attempts, or short-cycles on a flame fault. The igniter is a wear item and should be handled only by its ceramic base — skin oils and physical contact with the element shorten its life.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1179966 |
| Type | Igniter Electrode |
| Brand | ICP / Tempstar / Heil |
| Application | Gas Furnace Ignition |
| Fit | OEM |
Compatibility
Designed for the ICP/Tempstar/Heil RGS213HREA0AAAA furnace and other ICP-family models that use the 1179966 ignition electrode. Verify the part number and mounting/bracket orientation against your existing igniter before ordering.
Installation Guide
- Safety First — Turn off the gas, disconnect power at the switch and breaker, and verify zero voltage with a multimeter.
- Access — Remove the burner compartment service panel.
- Document — Photograph the igniter's wiring, bracket, and position relative to the burner before removal.
- Remove — Unplug the igniter lead and remove the mounting screw(s), then withdraw the old electrode without touching the element.
- Install — Mount the new 1179966 igniter handling it by the ceramic base only, reconnect the lead, and confirm correct burner alignment.
- Test — Restore gas and power, then run a heat cycle and verify reliable ignition.
Signs You Need a Replacement
- Furnace fails to light or locks out after repeated ignition attempts.
- Visible crack, fracture, or eroded tip on the igniter element.
- No glow/spark observed during the ignition sequence.
- Short-cycling with an ignition or flame-fault code.
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