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Lennox Pellet Stove Proof of Fire Switch: H5887

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Product SKU ! H5887
Product MPN ! H5887
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Description

Replacement low limit proof of fire snap switch for select Lennox pellet stoves. This switch controls the stove out of "STARTUP" mode and into "RUN" mode. This switch also turns off the stove when the stove is cool after "SHUTDOWN" or if the stove runs out of fuel.


Replacement For Part Number:

  • H5887

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Compatible Models

    Lennox

  • Bella
  • Cascade
  • Montage
  • Winslow PI40
  • Winslow PS40

Technical Specs

Close Value 140°F
Open Value 120°F

Instructions

Install Instructions For Lennox Pellet Stove Proof of Fire Switch: H5887

Instructions for Installing Low-Limit Switch part # H5887, 12057601, (140°F-20 low-limit switch):


Lennox: Elite Montage/ IHP IronStrike 32FS


Whitfield: Advantage, Cascade, Legend, Quest, Renaissance or Prodigy II:


  • To replace this switch, locate the side of the stove where the combustion blower is mounted. The switch is located on the exhaust blower housing.
  • Make sure that your stove is unplugged.
  • Using a flat head screw driver, loosen the two contact points for the wires and remove the two fork connectors. using a 1/4" socket wrench, remove the two hex screws that hold the switch to the housing.
  • If your new switch does not have screws for connecting the wires, use the screws from the old switch.
  • Install the new switch to the housing. Reconnect your wires. It does not matter which wire goes on which terminal.


Note: Not all Whitfield pellet stoves used a low-limit switch for detecting proof of fire: Profile 20, Profile 30, and Optima units made by Lennox used a "photo-eye", part # 14750404

Troubleshooting

How Low-Limit Switch, part #12057601, H5887 (140°F-20 low-limit switch) operates:


Switch should be a normally open circuit that closes at 140°F, opens again at fall in temp 140°F-20°F or 120°F. This switch is mounted in the air path of the exhaust and is commonly not malfunctioning but just dirty on the face of the switch. If your wire contacts wiggle a little on the switch, this may actually be okay and is common. A bad switch can be determined by heating the switch face directly with the flame of a match or lighter. After a moment you will hear the switch click. After you hear the click test the switch across the terminals for continuity. If there is no circuit present and you have determined that the switch face is over 140°F, replace the switch. Also, if the switch face is <140°F but still has a circuit, also replace the switch.


Warranty

Unfortunately, sometimes products do not work like they are supposed to. We offer a 90 day warranty on manufacturer defects. Some manufacturers make this a very simple and easy process unfortunately others do not. Items must be used in accordance with the manufacturers guidelines to qualify for warranty replacement. Please be advised that warranty claims for these parts may take up to 4 weeks for processing, and customers must cover shipping.

Shipping Information

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When Will My Order Ship?

All orders are typically processed within 24 hours of receiving payment and are shipped from us same day if placed before our shipping cutoff time (Monday - Friday: 12PM, Saturday: 10AM, Sunday: No Shipping), orders placed after our cutoff time are shipped the next morning.

Do You Offer Express Shipping?

Yes! Please note the shipping times are based on business days, weekends and holidays do not count to the delivery date. Please see our expedited ship time schedules here.

How Does Free Shipping Work?

Most orders over $49 qualify for free shipping! Orders which ship for free are shipped with either USPS or UPS based on our discretion. If you are using a PO box, free shipping orders will always go USPS.

Do You Ship To Canada?

We ship to Canada! We estimate USPS to take 4-10 days once receiving your package from us. We do not offer expedited shipping of any kind to Canada. Please allow an extra 2-5 days for all shipments to Canada. Free shipping is not available to Canada.

Do You Ship To Alaska Or Hawaii?

We ship to both Alaska and Hawaii! We do not offer next day or two day shipping to Alaska or Hawaii. Free shipping is not available to Alaska or Hawaii.

Do You Ship Outside The US Or Canada?

Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer international shipping other than to Canada.

Shipping Time Estimations

For information on shipping time estimations, see the Shipping Information & Transit Times on the shipping page.

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Description

Replacement low limit proof of fire snap switch for select Lennox pellet stoves. This switch controls the stove out of "STARTUP" mode and into "RUN" mode. This switch also turns off the stove when the stove is cool after "SHUTDOWN" or if the stove runs out of fuel.


Replacement For Part Number:

  • H5887

View Compatible Models

Technical Specs

Close Value 140°F
Open Value 120°F

Instructions

Install Instructions For Lennox Pellet Stove Proof of Fire Switch: H5887

Instructions for Installing Low-Limit Switch part # H5887, 12057601, (140°F-20 low-limit switch):


Lennox: Elite Montage/ IHP IronStrike 32FS


Whitfield: Advantage, Cascade, Legend, Quest, Renaissance or Prodigy II:


  • To replace this switch, locate the side of the stove where the combustion blower is mounted. The switch is located on the exhaust blower housing.
  • Make sure that your stove is unplugged.
  • Using a flat head screw driver, loosen the two contact points for the wires and remove the two fork connectors. using a 1/4" socket wrench, remove the two hex screws that hold the switch to the housing.
  • If your new switch does not have screws for connecting the wires, use the screws from the old switch.
  • Install the new switch to the housing. Reconnect your wires. It does not matter which wire goes on which terminal.


Note: Not all Whitfield pellet stoves used a low-limit switch for detecting proof of fire: Profile 20, Profile 30, and Optima units made by Lennox used a "photo-eye", part # 14750404

Troubleshooting

How Low-Limit Switch, part #12057601, H5887 (140°F-20 low-limit switch) operates:


Switch should be a normally open circuit that closes at 140°F, opens again at fall in temp 140°F-20°F or 120°F. This switch is mounted in the air path of the exhaust and is commonly not malfunctioning but just dirty on the face of the switch. If your wire contacts wiggle a little on the switch, this may actually be okay and is common. A bad switch can be determined by heating the switch face directly with the flame of a match or lighter. After a moment you will hear the switch click. After you hear the click test the switch across the terminals for continuity. If there is no circuit present and you have determined that the switch face is over 140°F, replace the switch. Also, if the switch face is <140°F but still has a circuit, also replace the switch.


Warranty

Unfortunately, sometimes products do not work like they are supposed to. We offer a 90 day warranty on manufacturer defects. Some manufacturers make this a very simple and easy process unfortunately others do not. Items must be used in accordance with the manufacturers guidelines to qualify for warranty replacement. Please be advised that warranty claims for these parts may take up to 4 weeks for processing, and customers must cover shipping.

Shipping Info

This Item Qualifies For Free Shipping!

When Will My Order Ship?

All orders are typically processed within 24 hours of receiving payment and are shipped from us same day if placed before our shipping cutoff time (Monday - Friday: 12PM, Saturday: 10AM, Sunday: No Shipping), orders placed after our cutoff time are shipped the next morning.

Do You Offer Express Shipping?

Yes! Please note the shipping times are based on business days, weekends and holidays do not count to the delivery date. Please see our expedited ship time schedules here.

How Does Free Shipping Work?

Most orders over $49 qualify for free shipping! Orders which ship for free are shipped with either USPS or UPS based on our discretion. If you are using a PO box, free shipping orders will always go USPS.

Do You Ship To Canada?

We ship to Canada! We estimate USPS to take 4-10 days once receiving your package from us. We do not offer expedited shipping of any kind to Canada. Please allow an extra 2-5 days for all shipments to Canada. Free shipping is not available to Canada.

Do You Ship To Alaska Or Hawaii?

We ship to both Alaska and Hawaii! We do not offer next day or two day shipping to Alaska or Hawaii. Free shipping is not available to Alaska or Hawaii.

Do You Ship Outside The US Or Canada?

Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer international shipping other than to Canada.

Shipping Time Estimations

For information on shipping time estimations, see the Shipping Information & Transit Times on the shipping page.

Learn More About Our Shipping Information

Customer Reviews

Based on 25 reviews
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Janice G.
Proof of Fire Switch

Came to my door quickly. Reasonably priced part. Easy to install and my stove is now working again. 2 years and 2 repair men later. Thank you!

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Larry H.

Lennox Pellet Stove Proof of Fire Switch: H5887

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William C.M.J.

Fast and excellent services with reasonable prices and no aftermarket cheap similar parts.

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Steven J.
Whitfield Pellet Stove - Replacement Parts

Easy to use website to locate and order replacement parts. Appreciated email order updates and prompt delivery. Replacement parts are working and resolved my issues. Will definitely order again if needed.

P
Patrick H.
Great service, easy purchase!

Shopping here is so easy with the way their online parts catalog is setup so I know I’m getting the correct part. And their shipping is quick so I’m never waiting around too long for my repair parts. My go to place for pellet stove parts.

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  • does this "proof of fire" sensor allow the blower fan to come on when temp is appropriate? my blower fan wont come one and im trying to diagnose what may be failing. the igniter glows red so i know its hot but the fan stop turning on a few days ago and the pot wont ignite....

    I'm not 100% sure what type of stove you have. If you have a Whitfield, the room blower should come on when the power button is depressed. If your room blower is not turning on, you are going to want to remove it from the stove and apply direct 120-volt power to the blower. If it works, the controller is malfunctioning. This is only if you have a Whitfield, there are many models and some act differently. In general, the low limit on Whitfield stoves detects heat in the stove and only tells the controller not turn off. The stove will shut down after 15 minutes if the low limit switch doesn't close.

Customer Reviews

Based on 25 reviews
96%
(24)
4%
(1)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
J
Janice G.
Proof of Fire Switch

Came to my door quickly. Reasonably priced part. Easy to install and my stove is now working again. 2 years and 2 repair men later. Thank you!

L
Larry H.

Lennox Pellet Stove Proof of Fire Switch: H5887

W
William C.M.J.

Fast and excellent services with reasonable prices and no aftermarket cheap similar parts.

S
Steven J.
Whitfield Pellet Stove - Replacement Parts

Easy to use website to locate and order replacement parts. Appreciated email order updates and prompt delivery. Replacement parts are working and resolved my issues. Will definitely order again if needed.

P
Patrick H.
Great service, easy purchase!

Shopping here is so easy with the way their online parts catalog is setup so I know I’m getting the correct part. And their shipping is quick so I’m never waiting around too long for my repair parts. My go to place for pellet stove parts.

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