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Failed ignition and re-ignition

A2L 96 percent two-stage (BGH96M)

What happens, in order

W1 call inducer on high for 15 s, then low speed
Igniter preheats for 17 s, valve opens, igniter turns off after 3 s
No flame valve stays open only 4 s
Inducer runs on high for 60 s
Low pressure switch is tested again
Igniter preheats for 27 s
Valve opens again and igniter turns off after 3 s
After two failed attempts the system locks out (E7)
Lockout clears itself after 1 hour, or by cutting 115 V for 1 to 20 s, or by dropping the thermostat call for 1 to 20 s

Timings and thresholds

Item	Value
First preheat	17 s
Gas on with no flame	4 s
Inducer high between tries	60 s
Second preheat	27 s
Lockout auto reset	1 hour

Codes you may see during this

E7 E8

Applies to: Midea A2L 96 percent gas furnace

Models

BGH96M060B3ABGH96M080B3ABGH96M080C4ABGH96M100C5ABGH96M100D5ABGH96M120D5A

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Source: Midea A2L 96 percent gas furnace troubleshooting guide, Appendix A2 and section 2.2. Written in our own words; timings can differ by model and software version, so check the manual for your exact unit.

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