{"product_id":"oem-goodman-auxiliary-limit-switch-light-blue-for-vmes-0130f00038","title":"OEM Goodman Auxiliary Limit Switch (Light Blue) for VMES — 0130F00038","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOEM Goodman 0130F00038 Auxiliary Limit Switch (Light Blue)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe genuine Goodman 0130F00038 auxiliary limit switch is a secondary over-temperature safety control for the \u003cstrong\u003eVMES960804CNAA\u003c\/strong\u003e gas furnace. The light-blue color code identifies its specific trip temperature within Goodman's limit-switch family. Mounted near the blower or secondary heat exchanger, it opens the control circuit if that zone overheats — protecting the furnace and cabinet from heat damage caused by restricted airflow or blower failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Auxiliary \/ secondary high-limit safety switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor code: Light Blue (temperature-specific)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: Opens circuit on over-temperature condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits: Goodman\/Amana VMES960804CNAA and compatible furnaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces OEM part: 0130F00038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOEM vs. Generic\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOEM\u003c\/strong\u003e switch matches Goodman's exact color-coded trip point and mounting footprint, ensuring the auxiliary safety trips at the correct temperature. Color-coded \u003cstrong\u003egeneric\u003c\/strong\u003e substitutes are risky because a wrong trip rating defeats the safety's purpose. For any limit control, OEM is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\u003c\/strong\u003e — two mounting screws and two quick-connect terminals. Cut power at the furnace disconnect, photograph the wiring, and swap the switch. Roughly 15 minutes for a confident DIYer; otherwise call a licensed HVAC tech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMatch the light-blue color code exactly — never substitute a different trip rating. Disconnect power before servicing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Goodman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63058207965555,"sku":"GOODMAN-13648","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/nationalhvacparts.com\/products\/oem-goodman-auxiliary-limit-switch-light-blue-for-vmes-0130f00038","provider":"National HVAC Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}