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White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface Ignition

White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface Ignition Red 2 Flash

The maximum number of ignition recycles was exceeded, forcing the burner 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
Red 2 Flash
Name
Not named in the manual
Controller
White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface 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 White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface Ignition Red 2 Flash mean?

The maximum number of ignition recycles was exceeded, forcing the burner into a lockout state.

Is White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface Ignition Red 2 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 White-Rodgers 50E47-843 Hot Surface Ignition Red 2 Flash?

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