Ignition Systems

Question 1

What are the two different main components used for ignition systems on an oil burner?

Answer 1

• Ignition Transformer

- Solid State Ignitor

Question 2

What is an ignition transformer?

Answer 2

A step up transformer that uses copper windings around an iron core. Takes 120V and converts it to 10,000V

Question 3

What is a solid state ignitor?

Answer 3

Utilizes electronics to produce an output voltage of anywhere from 14,000v-20,000 V.

Question 4

What are the two types of electric ignition co troll systems an oil burner uses?

Answer 4

• Interrupted

- Intermittent

Question 5

What is interrupted ignition?

Answer 5

Ignition spark remains on for only a short time at the beginning of each burning cycle. And is turned off once flame is established

Question 6

What is intermittent ignition?

Answer 6

Spark remains on as long as burner is running .

Question 7

What ignition is supported and why?

Answer 7

Interrupted because having the spark on during the entire burn cycle detracts from performance.

Question 8

How do we moisture proof a ignition transformer?

Answer 8

A tar like compound

Question 9

How to we moisture proof a solid stage ignitor?

Answer 9

Epoxies

Question 10

How do you wire a transformer or ignitor for intermittent ignition?

Answer 10

Attach one wire to the neutral and one to the orange motor wire from the primary control

Question 11

How do you wire a transformer or ignitor for interrupted ignition?

Answer 11

You’ll need a primary control built for this purpose. One wire to neutral and the other to the ignition wire terminal on the primary.

Question 12

The porcelains on an electrode serve two purposes what are they?

Answer 12

• securely position the electrode rods and they serve as insulators.
• they are centered bored either 1/8 or 3/32 in diameter