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Oil Furnaces Troubleshooting Tips

Oil Furnance First things first with all Oil Furnaces, have you checked to be sure you have fuel in the fuel oil storage tank. You need to make sure as this is a more common mistake. Once you are sure you have fuel in the tank make sure the fuel line is not leaking anywhere, look for stains where the fuel has bee leaking, you should smell it as a strong odor if the leak is fresh...
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Oil Furnace Preventative Maintenance Tips

 Maintaining your gas heating furnace system is important both to help make the system last longer and to help keep the operating costs as low as possible. All furnaces should be cleaned and inspected annually and there are some things you can do yourself to save money but everyone should call a qualified technician to inspect the system every fall as well as to make any necessary repairs.


Thermostat Troubleshooting Tips - Operation of the Call for Heat

Simple Digital ThermostatThe first thing that must happen is that the control thermostat must provide a voltage signal to the furnace heating unit. The thermostat can be most understood as simply a switch that turns a low voltage 24 volt power on and off to the respective terminals. In the case of the thermostat calling for heat the thermostat switches on the power from the “R” or in some cases the “RH” terminal which is the 24 volt power source...


Tips to Help Prevent a Cracked Heat Exchanger on Your Oil Furnace 

Homeowners can help prevent failure of their oil or gas furnace heat exchanger by simply maintaining their system regularly. This includes having an annual inspection of the system which should always including cleaning of the blower and cabinet. More importantly the homeowner needs to make sure that they maintain and clean or change their system air filters.


Cost Comparisons of Different Types of Heating Systems for your Home

 Heating Systems Operating CostsWhat must be noted for these systems is that they do have an appreciable loss of both efficiency and capacity below about 40 degrees. For this reason the Air to Air Heat Pumps require an additional heat source usually provided by back up electric heat from an electric heating furnace or in the case of a dual fuel or hybrid system a gas furnace is used and as can be seen from the charts this option appears to be the best...
 


The Most Common Cause of Furnace Failures is Really Simple to Solve

Your furnace is really not anything like your other appliances in your home. Most people treat their heating and cooling systems as if they are an appliance and that is an unfortunate and expensive mistake. All heating and cooling systems, both residential and commercial, are large consumers of electricity, natural gas and in some cases fuel oil or propane.


Duct Work Troubleshooting Tips

Sheet Metal Duct WorkThe following are some simple troubleshooting measure any homeowner can read to help determine if they have any issues that may need further attention. First off you will need to replace your air filters and make sure all supply registers are open throughout the home. This will ensure that your are operating at maximum air flow rates for your system design. Turn on the blower, normally this can be accomplished by switching the fan...


Oil Furnaces - Repair it Or Replace it

 Gas Furnace ReplacementIf your furnace starts breaking down, or if you think your gas bill is too high, it may be time to consider a replacement furnace. If your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger, you must replace the furnace for safety reasons. A cracked heat exchanger can draw carbon monoxide into your home, so it is cause for an emergency furnace...
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York Oil Furnace

York Deluxe Oil Furnaces

Replace your old oil furnace with a York Deluxe Oil furnace. You'll cut your energy bills by up to 25% while you get more warm air and better air circulation. The Deluxe Oil furnace is available in downflow/horizontal, lowboy, and upflow horizontal models.

80% AFUE efficiency Dependable, quiet operation
Easy service and maintenance
Easy add-on air conditioning


Warranties
York® backs every Deluxe Central oil furnace with one of the best limited warranties you’ll find: every model is backed with a lifetime limited warranty on the heat exchanger and a 1-year limited warranty on all other parts. Our optional YorkCare™ comfort plan offers up to 10 years of total parts and labor coverage.





Freedom® 80 Comfort-R™ Variable Speed Oil Furnace
American Standard Oil Furnace
For quiet, efficient, even heating throughout your home.
 Converts up to 82.7% of the fuel you pay for into heat for your home
 Operates quietly and efficiently with its multispeed blower motor
 Heavy steel insulated cabinet is durable, quiet, and holds more heat in the furnace to better warm your home
Warranties
Lifetime limited warranty on heat exchanger
5 Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
The Functional Parts Limited Warranty is 10 years


Freedom® 80 Single-Stage Oil Furnace
American Standard Oil Furnace
For quiet, efficient, even heating throughout your home.
 Converts up to 82.7% of the fuel you pay for into heat for your home
 Operates quietly and efficiently with its multispeed blower motor
 Heavy steel insulated cabinet is durable, quiet, and holds more heat in the furnace to better warm your home
Warranties
Lifetime limited warranty on heat exchanger
5 Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
The Functional Parts Limited Warranty is 10 years

      ASI's HVAC and Home Improvement Articles

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       Great Energy Savings from Hybrid or Dual Fuel Systems
      With the threat of energy prices increasing every year the idea of high efficiency and energy savings becomes more and more real to residents of the hydroelectric charged northwest. One approach that is very popular today is called a “dual fuel” heating system. First let’s define what a dual fuel system...

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       Geothermal is by far the highest efficiency heating and cooling system available today. While the systems require up to three times more investment upfront than a conventional heating and cooling system...

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       Ameri-Serv, Inc. Heating and Cooling has successfully helped dozens of Treasure Valley Families with thousands of dollars worth of free maintenance services and repairs through this holiday...

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      These easy to understand HVAC maintenance tips are for common tasks that almost any homeowner can perform. Please do not perform these tips if you are not comfortable performing them. Electricity is dangerous and can cause serious injury or death, always assume electrical power is on unless you have checked it with an appropriate electrical meter. Understanding Electrical Circuits and Standard Household Voltages Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment have many moving parts such as fans and other devices, Always stay clear of fans and other moving parts as they can start at any time. Many electrical heating equipment operate at high voltages. All gas equipment and many other types operate using either natural or propane gas or fuel oil, always use extreme caution when working with flammable sources.  It is always required to secure the power and gas or oil off to any equipment or appliance before performing service or repairs. Ameri-Serv, Inc. assumes no liability for the use of the information provided on this website.  Please always use common sense and make sure the electrical power is off before opening and accessing the inside of any equipment or appliance. Reaching into anything with electrical or moving parts can result is serious injury. Remember Safety is Always First
           
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