12
Ducane Blower On After Power Interruption / Extended Fan-On Time

Code 12; the blower runs after the heat cycle much longer than normal; occasional limit trips.

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Possible Causes

Recent power outage or interruption; control board fan-off delay extended; high heat exchanger temperature; sticking fan relay on Ducane board.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before accessing the control board.

  • Step 1 – Allow cool-down: After a power interruption, the board may run the blower to cool the heat exchanger. Let the furnace run through a full cycle and see if the behavior normalizes.
  • Step 2 – Check filter and airflow: Ensure the filter is clean and registers are open to prevent overheating that can extend blower run time.
  • Step 3 – Inspect board settings: Some Ducane boards have dip switches for fan-off delay. Verify they are set per the installation manual.
  • Step 4 – If the blower never shuts off: See the E7 scenario for diagnosing a stuck fan relay or miswired G circuit.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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