In addition to the type of routine maintenance you might be willing to perform, your furnace should be inspected regularly by a properly trained service technician. You should work with your dealer or service technician to assure your inspection includes the following at a minimum.
MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
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Furnace specific, external items: |
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| Clean or replace air filters. | X |
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| Inspect cabinet for signs of damage. | X |
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| Inspect and clean door louvers if needed. |
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| Inspect electrical disconnect for proper function. Repair or replace as |
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| Inspect external wiring for damage. |
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| Inspect gas supply line and manual |
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| Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower |
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| Inspect gas valve and check for proper manifold gas pressure Adjust as |
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| Inspect ignition system and safety controls. Clean and adjust as |
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| Inspect control box, associated controls, wiring and connections. |
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| Check combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as ne- |
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| Inspect burner assembly - clean as needed. |
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| Inspect heat exchanger - clean as needed. |
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| Inspect flue |
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| dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion. Replace if necessary. |
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System: |
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| Inspect airflow system |
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| Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan and condensate drain lines as applic- |
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This list may not include all maintenance items, and inspection interval times may vary depending on operational conditions of the furnace. Ask your servicing dealer for further details about an economical service contract that covers seasonal inspections.
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