Rheem R802VA07542117MSA Error Code A061_F: Blower Fault - Motor Cannot Run
What Does Code A061_F Mean?
Fault code A061_F on the Rheem R802VA indicates that the IFC board has declared the blower motor dead — it has failed to achieve any detectable RPM after repeated attempts. The IFC detects a dead blower condition when the main limit switch circuit has been open for more than 150 seconds, meaning the furnace interior is overheating because no air is moving through it. After four dead blower declarations in a single heat call, the furnace enters a hard lockout and fault code 61 is reported via Bluetooth.
Unlike a soft lockout that clears automatically after one hour, a hard lockout requires the furnace power to be cycled off and back on after the repair is completed before the furnace will attempt to run again.
The R802VA uses a constant CFM ECM (electronically commutated motor) blower. When this motor fails, it typically stops completely rather than running slowly. Possible failures include the motor winding itself, the separate ECM motor control module bolted to the motor, or the wiring harness connecting the control board to the motor module.
Common Causes
When to Call a Professional
Contact a licensed HVAC technician if:
- Any time this code appears — the blower motor or its ECM control module has failed and needs professional replacement
- A technician must confirm whether the motor winding or the separate ECM module is the failed component before ordering parts
- After repair, the technician must cycle power to clear the hard lockout and verify the motor runs through a complete heating cycle
✓ Verified against manufacturer service manual — March 2026