The reset button on a Ruud furnace is a mystery to many. Why does it not work? Is it the fuse? The cord? The switch? Or is there something else wrong with the furnace? There is no definitive answer, but some believe that the reset button may be something to do with the heat exchanger. If the heat exchanger is not working properly, then the reset button may not work either. It’s best to check it out and see if there is anything you can do about it.