Carrier Bryant Payne furnace igniter
Part: HH18HA499 / HKSG01WC001
OEM part family listed for Carrier, Bryant, and Payne furnaces.
$20-$60
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A failed hot surface igniter is the #1 reason furnaces don’t start. The igniter glows red-hot to light the gas burners. When it cracks or burns out, you get no heat — and usually an error code.
The fix is almost always a $15–$60 part and 15 minutes of work. No HVAC certification required.
Jump to Fix
- How to Know If Your Igniter Failed
- Igniter Types: Which One Do You Have?
- Universal vs OEM Igniters
- Best Igniters by Brand
- How to Replace a Furnace Igniter
How to Know If Your Igniter Failed
Your furnace will usually show one of these signs:
- Error code on furnace control board: Common igniter-related codes:
- Carrier: Code 14 (ignition lockout)
- Goodman/Amana: 6 flashes (pressure switch) or no ignition attempt
- Trane/American Standard: 3 flashes (pressure switch) or 4 flashes (open high limit)
- Lennox: Error 225 (ignition proving failure), Error 231 (lockout)
- Rheem/Ruud: 5 flashes (flame sensor — often related to igniter)
- Furnace attempts to start (inducer runs, you hear click/hum) but no ignition and it shuts off
- Visual crack in the igniter element — remove and inspect
Quick test with a multimeter: Set to resistance (Ohms). Disconnect the igniter wires and probe both terminals.
- Normal reading: 40–200 Ω depending on type (see table below)
- Open circuit (OL/infinity): Igniter is burned out — replace it
Igniter Types: Which One Do You Have?
Most residential furnaces use one of three igniter styles:
| Type | Shape | Typical resistance | Common brands |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silicon nitride (Si3N4) | Flat rectangular or curved rod | 15–50 Ω | Carrier, Bryant, Lennox, Trane |
| Silicon carbide (SiC) | Forked or fragile flat wafer | 40–200 Ω | Older Goodman, Amana, Rheem (pre-2010) |
| Flat silicon nitride (newer) | Small rectangular, surface-mount style | 10–30 Ω | York, Rheem, most post-2015 furnaces |
Need Replacement Parts?
Before ordering, match the furnace part to the model number, electrical rating, and failure symptom. Check current prices on Amazon - prices and availability change frequently.
To identify yours: Look at the igniter shape. Silicon carbide (older) is more fragile and dark gray/black. Silicon nitride (newer) is a single white/tan rod or curved element. Most furnaces made after 2010 use silicon nitride.
OEM part number lookup: Check your furnace’s model and serial number (data plate inside the furnace door) and cross-reference the part number.
Universal vs OEM Igniters
Universal igniters fit multiple brands and models. They cost $15–$45 and work well in most applications.
OEM igniters are made for your exact model. They cost $35–$100 but eliminate any fit guesswork.
Rule of thumb:
- If your furnace is under 10 years old and still under warranty — use OEM to avoid voiding the warranty
- If your furnace is 10+ years old — universal igniters work fine and cost half as much
Best Igniters by Brand
Carrier, Bryant, Payne
OEM part: Carrier HH18HA499 / HKSG01WC001 Best universal fit: Robertshaw 41-404 silicon nitride igniter
- Fits Carrier, Bryant, Payne, Comfortmaker furnaces 2000–present
- Silicon nitride construction — longer life than SiC
- Typical price: $25–$40
Goodman, Amana, Daikin
OEM part: Goodman 0130F00008S Best universal fit: Supplying Demand B1401015S igniter
- Fits Goodman, Amana, Daikin manufactured furnaces 2005–present
- Replaces SiC units with upgraded silicon nitride
- Typical price: $18–$35
Trane, American Standard
OEM part: Trane IGN00011 / American Standard IGN00011 Best universal fit: White-Rodgers / Emerson Q3400A1024 silicon carbide igniter
- Fits Trane, American Standard, RunTru furnaces
- Older Trane models use silicon carbide — verify by resistance check
- Typical price: $30–$55
Lennox
OEM part: Lennox 13F37 / SureLight igniter Best replacement: Lennox 13F37 OEM igniter (OEM recommended for Lennox — universal fit can be tricky on some models)
- Lennox SureLight furnaces use a proprietary silicon nitride design
- Typical price: $35–$65
Rheem, Ruud, Weather King
OEM part: Rheem 62-24140-04 / SP20166B Best universal fit: Supplying Demand SP20166B igniter
- Fits most Rheem, Ruud, WeatherKing, and Richmond furnaces 2000–present
- Typical price: $20–$40
York, Coleman, Luxaire (Bosch)
OEM part: York 025-32625-000 Best fit: Emerson/White Rodgers 767A-369 igniter
- Fits York, Coleman, Luxaire, Champion manufactured furnaces
- Silicon nitride flat style
- Typical price: $22–$38
Nordyne (Frigidaire, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan furnaces)
OEM part: Nordyne 624631 Best fit: Nordyne 624631 igniter or Ceramic Igniter 624631B
- Fits Frigidaire, Gibson, Westinghouse, Tappan, and Nordyne-manufactured furnaces
- Typical price: $20–$40
How to Replace a Furnace Igniter
Time: 10–20 minutes Tools: Screwdriver (usually 5/16” or 1/4” hex), needle-nose pliers optional Skill level: Basic DIY — no special certification required
Steps
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Turn off power to the furnace — flip the furnace switch (usually on the wall near the unit) or kill the breaker. Do not skip this.
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Turn off gas — turn the gas shutoff valve (90° from the pipe = off).
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Remove the furnace door(s) — lower panel first on most models, then upper.
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Locate the igniter — it’s in the burner compartment, near the burners. Follows the gas manifold. You’ll see a ceramic element connected by two wires.
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Photograph the wire routing — before you disconnect anything, take a photo. This is your reference for reassembly.
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Disconnect the igniter harness — unplug the 2-wire connector. If there’s no quick-connect, note which wires go where (polarity doesn’t matter for igniters — they’re not polarized).
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Remove the igniter — usually held by one or two screws (5/16” hex driver). Slide it out carefully. Silicon carbide igniters are brittle — don’t touch the element.
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Install the new igniter — slide in the new unit, align to the mounting bracket, and secure the screw(s). Do not overtighten — you’ll crack a silicon carbide igniter.
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⚠️ Important: Do not touch the igniter element with bare hands. Skin oils reduce igniter life. Handle by the ceramic bracket only.
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Reconnect the harness — plug back in, route the wires away from the burner flame path.
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Reinstall furnace doors — upper panel first, then lower. The door switch must engage or the furnace won’t run.
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Restore gas and power — turn gas back on first, then flip the power switch.
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Test cycle — set thermostat 5° above room temp. Watch through the sight glass. You should see the igniter glow orange/red within 30 seconds, followed by the burners lighting within another 5–10 seconds.
How Long Do Igniters Last?
- Silicon nitride: 5–10 years typical
- Silicon carbide: 3–5 years typical
- What kills them early: Touching the element (oil from skin), voltage spikes, cracking from vibration
If you’re replacing an igniter for the second time in 3 years, check your furnace’s voltage supply. A voltage spike above 125V will shorten igniter life significantly.
Related Guides
- Carrier Furnace Error Code 14 — Ignition Lockout Fix
- Goodman Furnace 6 Flashes — What It Means
- Lennox Error Code 225 — Ignition Proving Failure Fix
- Furnace Repair or Replace — Full Decision Guide