ICP Hot Surface Igniter for RGS240HRFA0AAAA — Electrode | Ships Today

Overview

This OEM igniter electrode (part 1179966) is the hot surface ignition source for your ICP / Tempstar / Heil RGS240HRFA0AAAA gas furnace. On each call for heat, line voltage energizes the igniter element until it glows orange-hot, lighting the burners as the gas valve opens. Hot surface igniters are the single most common furnace failure point — the brittle silicon-carbide or silicon-nitride element cracks from thermal cycling, leaving you with a furnace that goes through its sequence but never lights. A no-heat call, a furnace that ignites on the second or third try, or a visibly cracked element all point to a failed igniter. Replacing with the correct OEM electrode restores fast, dependable ignition.

Specifications

Compatibility

Direct OEM fit for the ICP RGS240HRFA0AAAA furnace and related Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, and Arcoaire RGS-series furnaces using the same burner and ignition assembly. Verify the part number on your existing igniter before ordering.

Installation Guide

1. Safety First — Disconnect power at the furnace switch and breaker, verify zero voltage with a multimeter.
2. Access — Remove the burner compartment service panel.
3. Document — Photograph the igniter mounting and wire routing before disconnecting.
4. Remove — Unplug the igniter connector, remove the mounting screw(s), and withdraw the element — handle by the ceramic base only.
5. Install — Seat the new igniter without touching the element, reattach the screw and connector per your photo.
6. Test — Restore power and confirm the igniter glows and lights the burners on the first call.

Signs You Need a Replacement

• No heat — furnace sequences but never lights.
• Visible crack or break in the igniter element.
• Igniter no longer glows orange during the heat call.
• Repeated ignition lockout / multiple ignition attempts.

Shipping & Returns

Ships same day before 3 PM CST. 30-day returns. National HVAC Parts fitment guarantee.