Tommy just not sure how this particular board is designed. Depends how the software is setup to read the circuit. Sometimes it is looking at a specific pin to declare a fault, not either / or. The code "expects" one pin to provide power and another to receive.
Looks like the board has a jumper left of the thermostat inputs block to allow the board to operate as two stage with a one stage thermostat via internal algorithm, clearly says Auto Staging. Pretty common feature, makes me wonder about the crew working on it.
Supply House online has the Trion Air Bear which are well made and run close to true dims. Have the foam strips too on top and bottom for sealing.
I'd ask, usually a case is three and much less likely for shipping damage.
Just another option. I use 4" filters in my 5" filter box but it was...
Verify good ground, its critical for flame sense circuit.
You test a flame sensor by unplugging from control and putting your meter in-line with it and read micro amps. Sure there's a youtube video you can follow.
SEER is efficiency for AC, HSPF for heating. Depending on your usage one may be more important than the other. Yes, they generally track together, but it can be worth understanding both rating points.
I had a similar deal with a maple, we left about 4' of stump to pull a lot out with a chain. Then cleaned up with the skid steer and a bit of shovel work. Get all you can obviously.
I can only speak to first hand observation of hvac controls. Many returns we get have visible browning areas, usually caused by power resistors aging the conformal coating over time... but while it appears damaged there is nothing wrong, its just what happens over time.
Probably the number 1...
Definitely some covid related plant shutdowns that impacted components as well as complete units. Depending on model there will be some extended leadtimes and shortages this heating season.
Focus on the installation company more than the brand....
Every brand has Good, Better, Best models so you need to compare apples to apples. My preference is usually the Better tier to get quality features but avoid some of the complexity and specialized parts in the highest end units.
Carrier...