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The Goodman 20162904 Primary Limit Temperature Control is the genuine OEM high-limit switch that protects the Amana/Goodman AMS81005CXAB gas furnace from overheating. Mounted on the heat-exchanger bulkhead, it senses supply-air temperature and opens the circuit to the gas valve if the plenum gets too hot — typically the result of restricted airflow from a dirty filter, closed registers, or a failing blower. Once the furnace cools, this auto-reset control restores operation automatically.
OEM vs. Generic: The trip temperature and disc calibration are matched to this furnace's heat exchanger and airflow design. A generic limit with the wrong set point can either trip prematurely (short-cycling and no heat) or fail to protect the heat exchanger. For proper, safe operation, the OEM control is the right choice.
Install difficulty: Easy (2/5). Usually two mounting screws and two spade terminals — about 15 minutes for a technician or confident DIYer. Cut power and gas before servicing, and confirm airflow is not the root cause of the original trip.