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Old 11-26-2020, 02:05 PM   #1
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New 21NE Furnace only blows cold air

Just received our 21NE and when I turn on the heater it only blows cold air for 1 minute or so and then turns off. I am plugged into my house with a dedicated 30 amp circuit. I have the thermostat set at 90 to make sure the heater would come on. What am I missing? Thanks
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Old 11-26-2020, 02:19 PM   #2
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Just received our 21NE and when I turn on the heater it only blows cold air for 1 minute or so and then turns off. I am plugged into my house with a dedicated 30 amp circuit. I have the thermostat set at 90 to make sure the heater would come on. What am I missing? Thanks
Since your trailer is brand new, is the propane turned on and do you know that you have propane in the tank? Lighting a stove burner is a quick way to check that.

If the fan runs for 30 seconds and shuts off it is a problem with the sail switch. If it runs for 80 seconds and shuts off there is a problem with no ignition, likely caused by a faulty circuit board. Time how long the fan runs and it will point you in one of those two directions.
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Old 11-26-2020, 02:21 PM   #3
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Since your trailer is brand new, is the propane turned on and do you know that you have propane in the tank? Lighting a stove burner is a quick way to check that.

If the fan runs for 30 seconds and shuts off it is a problem with the sail switch. If it runs for 80 seconds and shuts off there is a problem with no ignition, likely caused by a faulty circuit board. Time how long the fan runs and it will point you in one of those two directions.
I dont have propane in the tanks. Does the furnace only run on propane? AAAHHH I guess that would be why its not firing up.
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Old 11-26-2020, 03:34 PM   #4
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Yes, you need propane for the furnace to heat.......
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Old 11-26-2020, 04:38 PM   #5
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Lucky you - empty propane tanks is the easiest problem to fix!
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Old 11-26-2020, 07:43 PM   #6
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We are receiving our 21C in a oouple of weeks. They gave us credit for the propane as they can’t ship with full tanks. Lol gave us credit for the water hose also as they are out.
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Old 12-08-2020, 05:47 AM   #7
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I just received my 19 a few days ago and haven't had a chance to get propane (no propane - it was shipped). Any suggestions or tips about exchanging the empty tanks out. I do want to test my furnace before I really close the 19 down for the winter. Heck, I want to camp in it for at least a couple of nights even if it's winterized. Is that do able? New at everything and listening to any and all tips. thanks
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Rather than exchanging tanks, just take the existing tanks to a supplier & get them filled. Many U Haul, Tractor Supply, and Ace Hardware stores carry propane and it will be less expensive than trading tanks. Plus, you have brand new tanks & who knows what you will get with an exchange.
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Old 12-08-2020, 07:10 AM   #9
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Rather than exchanging tanks, just take the existing tanks to a supplier & get them filled. Many U Haul, Tractor Supply, and Ace Hardware stores carry propane and it will be less expensive than trading tanks. Plus, you have brand new tanks & who knows what you will get with an exchange.

This gentlemen is correct. Fill your new tanks.
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