ICP Hot Surface Igniter for RGS243LREA0AAAA — OEM Ignitor Electrode 1179966 | Ships Today
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Overview
This is a genuine OEM ignitor electrode (part number 1179966) for the ICP/Tempstar/Heil RGS243LREA0AAAA gas furnace. The igniter initiates combustion at the burners on every heating call — when energized by the control board it heats to the temperature needed to ignite the gas/air mixture. A failed igniter is among the most common causes of a no-heat furnace. Typical symptoms include the furnace cycling but never lighting, repeated ignition lockouts, a cracked or burned-out element, or an ignition-failure fault code on the control board. The element is brittle and can fail from age, thermal cycling, or a hairline crack that is only detectable by testing.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 1179966 |
| Description | Ignitor Electrode |
| Type | Hot Surface Igniter |
| Brand | ICP / Tempstar / Heil |
| Fit | OEM Direct Replacement |
| Compatible Model | RGS243LREA0AAAA |
| Application | Gas Furnace Ignition |
Compatibility
Engineered as a direct-fit OEM replacement for the ICP/Tempstar/Heil RGS243LREA0AAAA gas furnace. Because ICP manufactures under Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, and Arcoaire labels on shared platforms, this igniter also services equivalent units. Always confirm part number 1179966 against your existing igniter before installing.
Installation Guide
- Safety First — Disconnect power at the furnace switch and breaker, and shut off the gas supply. Verify zero voltage with a multimeter.
- Access — Remove the burner-compartment service panel.
- Document — Photograph the igniter mounting and wire routing before disconnecting.
- Remove — Unplug the igniter connector and remove the mounting screw(s). Handle the old igniter only by its ceramic base — never touch the element.
- Install — Mount the new igniter without touching the silicon element with bare fingers, then reconnect the wiring per your photo.
- Test — Restore gas and power, run a heat cycle, and confirm the igniter glows and the burners light cleanly.
Signs You Need a Replacement
- Furnace attempts ignition but burners never light
- Repeated ignition lockout or board fault code
- Visible crack, break, or burnout on the igniter element
- No glow from the igniter during the ignition sequence
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