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Is this task list complete?

Al Letellier_9
Al Letellier_9 Member Posts: 929
in THE MAIN WALL
John, I'm a firm believe in ANNUAL maintenance of all heating equipment, especially gas. Maybe not a full cleaning, but certainly check operation of all safeties and condition of heat exchanger along with CO test.....who ever came up with 2-3 years??? Oil is done annually, but not just because the gas boys says it's dirtier, it's done for efficiency purposes. And if the gas boys say a gas appliance doesn't soot up........tell me another joke.!!!

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  • John R. Hall
    John R. Hall Member Posts: 2,245
    What's missing?

    I saw this in a newspaper today, by a writer for the general media. Is this list complete? (Hint: I don't think so.)

    "Furnaces should be professionally inspected every two to three years, and if it's time for that routine maintenance, know you're getting what you pay for. A professional should complete these tasks:

    • Remove and clean burners.


    • Clean and check heat exchanger for cracks.

    • Remove the blower and clean blower blades.

    • Lubricate moving parts.

    • Check evaporator coil if there is central air.

    • Check air filter.

    • Measure voltage and current on motor.

    • Check starting cycles.

    • Make sure thermostat is working properly.

    • Check visible ductwork for leaks."

    Just an FYI: This same writer had another article in a different area of the newspaper with the headline: "Tune up furnace yourself and save money."
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