How to Take Care of Your Carrier Gas Furnace

If you own a carrier furnace then you know just how popular this company is. Boasted to be one' of America's largest and leading manufacturers of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems (HVAC) makes this company a recognized authority on gas furnaces. With over 43,000 employees working in 170 countries all over the world and selling fast moving consumables that everyone needs is probably why this company makes about $13.5 Billion dollars a year. Consumers trust in this brand because their carrier furnaces are highly efficient, very modern and all furnaces comes with a remarkable warranty that far exceeds other brands in the market.

With a market as competitive as it is when it comes to heating you can be rest assured that you money is well invested. People want quality but some of their models tend to be quite pricey and as with all machines and that involve moving parts especially ones that deal with heat and oil, you'll come across problems sooner or later. These problems usually mean that you need to repair or replace whichever parts are damaged or faulty.

There are two options open to you. It is best advised to do both of these things. The one involves learning how to troubleshoot problems as they arise and taking care of the problem yourself. The other point involves that you also buy extra carrier furnace parts, so that when you're faced with a dilemma, you can hopefully quickly and easily resolve the situation. By doing this you're not just taking care of your carrier gas furnace but you're also prolonging it's lifespan by weeks and even months. Proper care of gas furnaces can stretch their lifespan by up to 5 years in some cases.

Some of the most frequent problems you'll encounter with your carrier furnace are:

• Oil burner can't start - Troubleshoot this buy looking for a blown fuse or any faulty circuit breakers. Sometimes the motor over-loads so wait for thirty minutes and press the reset button.

• The Furnace won't fire up - This is common among other brands. The first step is to check if the tank is empty and refill it if it is. If after this you can't see an ignition spark then use the reset button on the stack control panel.

• Not enough Heat- Start by looking if the thermostat is set to 5簞, and adjust if necessary. In rare cases you'll find that the blower is to blame by being clogged and dirty. Cleaning this should sort it out. Also check and clean the air filter if it seems blocked up.

• Noise - Start by looking for any loose parts or screws and adjust where you see fit. Blower and fan belts cause a lot of squeaking noises so lubricate with belt dresser or replace.

Looking after your carrier gas furnace will prevent it from having frequent hang-ups, especially during those cold winter months. Always call a professional if you find that you can't solve the problem with your carrier furnace and also be safety conscious.