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Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition

Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 1 Flash

An air flow fault has occurred, causing the ignition system to lock out the burner.

Safety first. This code involves a burner or safety lockout. Do not keep resetting it. Leave burner, gas train and high voltage work to a qualified technician. WERCS answers 24/7 at (877) 489-3727.
Code
1 Flash
Name
Not named in the manual
Controller
Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition
Type
Airflow
What it does
Lockout: the control shuts down and stays off until it is reset
Risk
RED Specialist territory
Reset
Clears on its own when the condition goes away
Source
The manufacturer's manual (subscribers see which manual and page)

Updated November 4, 2026

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Questions about this code

What does Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 1 Flash mean?

An air flow fault has occurred, causing the ignition system to lock out the burner.

Is Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 1 Flash dangerous?

It is graded red, specialist territory: it involves a burner, gas, flame or safety lockout, so leave the repair to a qualified technician.

How do I fix Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 1 Flash?

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