DIY Furnace Repair
A furnace is used by many homes to help create heat by taking in cold air and warming it up with a gas burner using a stainless steel heat exchanger. During the winter months furnaces often experience difficulties in working correctly due to being overworked. One of the more serious problems is an inability to produce heat on a continuous basis. This could be due to a number of issues that can be easily solved by anyone. No special tools are required. Does this Spark an idea?
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Check to make sure that the thermostat setting is on "heat." If the thermostat is set too low, you will not receive any warm air. Try gently moving the thermostat up and down a few degrees to see if you can gain any response. When the thermostat has been in a fixed position for a certain amount of time it can become unresponsive.
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Look to see if the furnace's circuit breaker is on and that the fuse has not blown. This can be done by checking the electronic control panel or the sub panels around the furnace. If the fuse has blown, you need to replace it and reset the breaker.
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Examine the pilot light to make sure that it hasn't been blown out or that the gas valve hasn't been closed. If this occurs, open the gas valve and follow the manufacturer's instructions to relight the pilot light.
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Find the motor and look for a reset switch. The switch should be located near the blower motor's casing. If nothing happens when you press the reset button, wait 30 minutes for the motor to cool down and then try again.
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Make sure that the furnace's main power switch is turned on. The switch should be located next to or inside the furnace cabinet. If it isn't on, turn it on and wait for the furnace to boot up.
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Tips & Warnings
If the fuse on the circuit breaker continues to blow, it is probably due to a problem with the electrical system. If this occurs, contact an electrician.
When working on the furnace's electrical connections be sure to take proper care to avoid potential electrocution. Ensure that electricity is turned off before carrying out any considerable work.
