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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairRheem Furnace Transformer Replacement #46-101496-01
Rheem Furnace Transformer Replacement #46-101496-01
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$41.28Estimated Savings
$112.5002:23
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the transformer on Rheem furnaces. The most common reason for replacing the transformer is when the furnace won’t heat and testing proves it is at fault.
All of the information in this transformer replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Rheem, Ruud, DuroGuard, Thermal Zone, WeatherKing
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, socket
All of the information in this transformer replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Rheem, Ruud, DuroGuard, Thermal Zone, WeatherKing
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the transformer in your furnace first turn off the power to the furnace.
2
To reach the transformer, you will need to remove both access panels.
3
Slide the upper panel up to detach followed by the lower panel.
4
Note the orientation of the transformer wires connected to the control board then disconnect them.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the transformer mounting screws.
6
With the screws unthreaded, remove the old transformer.
7
Install the new transformer by positioning it on the mounting bracket.
8
Then thread the mounting screws to secure.
9
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the control board.
10
Be sure to secure the wires in the retainers.
11
Reinstall the lower access panel first followed by the upper panel.
12
With the repair completed, turn the power back on and your furnace should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the transformer on Rheem furnaces. The most common reason for replacing the transformer is when the furnace won’t heat and testing proves it is at fault.
All of the information in this transformer replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Rheem, Ruud, DuroGuard, Thermal Zone, WeatherKing
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, socket
All of the information in this transformer replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Rheem, Ruud, DuroGuard, Thermal Zone, WeatherKing
Tools used: flat-head screwdriver, socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the transformer in your furnace first turn off the power to the furnace.
2
To reach the transformer, you will need to remove both access panels.
3
Slide the upper panel up to detach followed by the lower panel.
4
Note the orientation of the transformer wires connected to the control board then disconnect them.
5
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the transformer mounting screws.
6
With the screws unthreaded, remove the old transformer.
7
Install the new transformer by positioning it on the mounting bracket.
8
Then thread the mounting screws to secure.
9
Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the control board.
10
Be sure to secure the wires in the retainers.
11
Reinstall the lower access panel first followed by the upper panel.
12
With the repair completed, turn the power back on and your furnace should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Transformer
$41.28
Total$0.00
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