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IVT Outdoor Temperature Sensor Failure

Furnace shows outdoor sensor error; weather-compensated control not functioning correctly.

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Possible Causes

Damaged outdoor sensor, broken cable between sensor and IVT control, incorrect sensor type installed, or water ingress into sensor housing.

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before working on wiring.

  • Locate outdoor sensor: Find the IVT outdoor temperature sensor on an exterior wall, typically on the north or shaded side.
  • Inspect housing: Check for physical damage, cracked casing, or signs of water ingress. Ensure the sensor is not in direct sunlight or near exhaust vents.
  • Check cable: Follow the cable back into the building as far as accessible. Look for cuts, staples through the wire, or loose connections at junction boxes and at the IVT control terminals.
  • Test sensor: Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance. Compare to the IVT temperature/resistance table. Replace with the correct IVT outdoor sensor if readings are incorrect.

After replacement, verify that the displayed outdoor temperature on the control matches actual conditions within a few degrees.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

IVT Outdoor Temperature Sensor
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