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The Goodman 0130F00010S flame sensor is a genuine OEM flame-rectification rod for the AMEC961004CNAA gas furnace. After ignition, the control board sends a small current through this rod; the flame conducts that current to ground, confirming a burner is lit. A dirty, corroded, or failed sensor is one of the most common causes of a furnace that lights and then shuts off after a few seconds (short-cycling) or fails to stay running.
The genuine OEM 0130F00010S has the correct rod length, bend, and insulator so it sits precisely in the flame envelope and reads a strong microamp signal. Generic sensors that sit too shallow or deep produce weak, unstable readings that trip the board's flame-sense threshold. Given how cheap this part is relative to a service call, fitting OEM avoids repeat failures.
Easy (1.5/5). Power off at the breaker, remove the burner panel, unplug the single wire, remove one screw, and install the new sensor. Do not touch the rod with bare fingers — oils cause premature fouling. A quick, high-value DIY repair for most homeowners.