Description

Flame simulators are devices that simulate a flame by reproducing ultraviolet resistance or rectification characteristics of an actual flame. Flame simulators simplify the troubleshooting of flame safeguard controls by providing a quick method to check the flame detection function. A simulator is typically used to simplify troubleshooting when the pilot lights but the flame relay does not pull in, or Shutdown occurs during the run period.

Using a flame simulator provides a quick, positive indication of the source of trouble in the flame detection circuitry. If the flame signal is unsteady or weak, a flame simulator enables the service technician to determine whether the trouble is in the flame detector, external circuitry, plug-in amplifier, or flame safeguard control itself.