The Problem Solver
Before you call for service, check the following:
Problem | Possible cause | Remedy |
Insufficient heating | a. dirty filters | a. clean or replace |
or cooling | b. air not circulating | b. check supply registers and |
| freely | return grills for blockage |
| c. blocked outdoor coil | c. clear away leaves or other |
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Failure to operate | a. power off | a. make sure main switch is |
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| b. open circuit breaker | b. reset circuit breaker, or |
| or | replace |
| c. improperly adjusted | c. check setting, adjust |
| thermostat | thermostat |
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No Heating or | Blower door removed | Close door securely to |
Cooling – Blower | or ajar | restore power to blower |
does not operate |
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Unusual Noise |
| Call your local servicer |
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Reduce the burden of unexpected repair bills with a Trane Extended Warranty.
Trane offers the finest quality products and manufacturer’s warranties on the market. But, like all good things, the Trane- provided limited warranty on your new comfort equipment will come to an end. To keep you protected, Trane offers the Extended Warranty Program. It picks up right where your Trane limited warranty leaves off. And, it offers years and years of reliable protection at a low cost. Ask your dealer for program details.
The Trane Extended Warranty provides:
1.The opportunity to supplement your Limited Warranty for five or ten years.
2.Coverage that may include parts only or parts and labor for the duration of the agreement. Be certain you read the Extended Warranty for complete details and exclusions.
3.Service work performed by servicers knowledgeable of the operation of Trane equipment.
Extra Energy Tips
Insulation
1.Make sure your home is properly insulated. This is the single most important step in conserving energy. Thermal insulation should be specified in terms of thermal resistance
2.Infiltration of humid outside air is your heating and cooling system’s worst enemy — it could account for 15 to 30% of air conditioning energy requirements. Find the places where air can sneak into the home and plug them with caulking, weather- stripping or plastic. Also, weather- strip and caulk around all entrance doors and windows.
3.Cut heat transfer through your windows by 40 to 50% with double glazing (two panes of glass separ- ated by a sealed air space) and
4.Use wood- or
of still air will cut heat transfer considerably.
5.Install storm doors at all entrances to your house.
6.Keep all windows and doors closed.
7.Remember that by increasing the glass area, you increase the amount of heat added in summer and lost in winter.
8.Make sure fireplaces have tight- fitting dampers which can be closed when the fireplace is not in use.
9.Invest in a humidifier to conserve energy in winter. The air in your home won’t be as dry, so you stay comfortable at a lower temperature setting.
Heating
10.Locate the thermostat on an inside wall away from windows and doors.
11.Set the thermostat as low as comfort permits. Each degree over 68°F can add 3% to the amount of energy needed for heating.
12.People generate heat. So lower the thermostat a degree or two when expecting a large group of guests.
Cooling
13.Set the thermostat as high as comfort will permit.
14.Make sure attics are adequately ventilated to relieve heat buildup. If necessary, improve airflow by adding or enlarging vents.
15.When building a new house or renovating an old one, choose
16.During moderate weather, don’t use the air conditioner unnecessarily.
17.Draw blinds or drapes to block the sunlight during the hottest part of the day.
18.Install awnings over windows exposed to direct sunlight.
19.In the cooling season, don’t run kitchen and bath exhaust fans longer than necessary.
20.Don’t place lamps, TV sets or other heat producing devices beneath a
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