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Re: oil furnace sooting extensively

Extensive sooting in an oil furnace can indicate combustion issues. Check and replace the furnace nozzle, ensuring it is the correct size. Verify proper fuel-to-air ratio, adjusting if necessary, to prevent incomplete combustion. Inspect the chimney and flue for blockages, and ensure the burner assembly is clean. If sooting persists, consult with a qualified HVAC technician to address potential issues with the burner, heat exchanger, or other components that may be affecting combustion efficiency.

Thank you AI, or captain obvious.

STEVEusaPA

Re: Steam boiler sizing discussion

@Jamie Hall Yes, normal single pipe atmospheric.

And I didn't name the dry return on the picture, it came that way so I don't want any "heat" over it.

ChrisJ

Re: Settings for Vaporstat + Pressuretrol in series?

Cheezus. Previous tech wired the LWCO and pressuretrol IN PARALLEL! 🤬 1&2on the MM 61.

I already got the new parts so I guess I can keep the old, old, old WR pressuretrol as a spare. 🙄

delcrossv

Re: Boiler LWC activates quickly

AMMY said:

Neilc,

I have it.
Are you implying it's correct? I've had some of the well known steam guys on the forum tell me it's not correct.
Just making sure I understand your comment correctly.

To the contrary. He is trying to tell you that your boiler piping is horrible