Maintenance
OIL BURNER MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON:
1.Shut off electric current to burner at fuse panel.
2.If oil filter has not been cleaned recently, it should be removed and cleaned. (Consult instruction card furnished with fuel unit).
3.Oil storage tank should be kept filled to prevent water vapor from collecting. It is suggested the valve in the suction line be closed. Oil storage tank should be cleaned every 2 or 3 years. This is to remove any sediment or water that has collected in tank.
MAINTENANCE AT THE START OF THE HEATING SEASON:
1.It is advisable to have a service technician inspect and service your burner.
2.Heating plant, smoke pipe and chimney should be cleaned and checked for repairs.
3.It is advisable to have the entire electrical system inspected before putting the burner into operation. This is due to it standing idle for the summer months. This should include primary relay, limit control, thermostat.
Check the electrodes for carbon and cracks in insulators. Also check for corrosion on all terminals of the electrodes and transformer.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE:
Check and clean monthly. Change filter at least twice a year.
BLOWER MOTOR MAINTENANCE:
If motor has oil caps, oil twice yearly.
CAUTION:
The furnace has a high efficiency
FIG. 44
GUN ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT
The gun assembly can be adjusted in the slot of the fan housing. This is done by loosening the screw holding the slot cover in position. Adjust nozzle tip so it is located 7/8" behind the front face of the burner cone.
FIG. 45
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