"AJackson" wrote in message
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"Bob F" wrote in message
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It still has lots of continous spark when the air-conditioner is
running.

Look for bent plates or broken wires. On one unit, just
repositioning the element cured the problem. I couldn't figure out
just why. (honeywell)

Bob



OK. Look and check, no broken wires or bent plates.
However, inside the fins are coated with blackened dust.
Unable to wash the dirt off inside. The wires are too thin to reach
inside.

If you can open up the furnace front or other place so that you can
watch the cleaner in operation, you might see where it is arcing. If
it is primarily in one place, check that area carefully for damage.
Bent plates can include barely visable differences in separation.

Run the element through the dishwasher, or soak it in dish detergetnt
then hose it off. Either should be sufficient.

Bob