Sad as it is, summer is ending. So we're testing homeowners on their knowledge of heating and fireplace maintance. Think you've got all the answers? Take the quiz.
15˚C
24˚C
As low as is comfortable
22˚C
18 inches
24 inches
Sufficient for walls not to be overheated
The clearance as provided by the manufacturer in the manual and on the listing plate.
The installer certification is verified and matches with the tag which he/she leaves on the unit
All the venting and fresh air installation in the manual matches exactly with the installation performed
There is dedicated power dedicated switch to the unit
Thermostat wiring matches with the unit requirement
All of the above
Once a year
Twice a year
As often as you clean it
Only when you move
Once per year
Every 6 months
Once per week
Once per month
12 inches
14 inches
Sufficient to protect flooring i.e. carpeting, hardwood etc.
16 inches
There is not enough oil
Oil pump needs bleeding
Electrical switch /power to the unit is off
Thermostat is off
All of the above
Once a month
Once a year
Only on leap year
What’s a tune-up?
No
Yes, with a plastic tarp
Yes, with a good quality, breathable cover
Yes, with plywood and a brick
At least 3 feet high
High enough to provide adequate draft for combustion
At least 60 inches high
Minimum 3 feet above the roof and 2 feet higher than anything within 10 feet
If the electrical switch/power to the furnace is off
If snow has covered the venting pipe located outside
If the air filter is too dirty
If thermostat is off
All of the above
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