Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition
Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 3 Flashes
An ignition failure has occurred, causing the burner system to go into a lockout state.
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
- 3 Flashes
- Name
- Not named in the manual
- Controller
- Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition
- Type
- Ignition lockout
- What it does
- Lockout: the control shuts down and stays off until it is reset
- Risk
- RED Specialist territory
- Reset
- Needs a manual reset
- 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 3 Flashes mean?
An ignition failure has occurred, causing the burner system to go into a lockout state.
Is Fenwal 35-60 / 35-61 Direct Spark Ignition 3 Flashes 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 3 Flashes?
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