I thought gas burns clean. Why do I need to have my furnace checked?
Gas does burn very clean. The burners of most heating appliances however will develop rust. This can clog the ports and cause your appliance to burn inefficiently. In extreme cases this will also produce soot and carbon monoxide.
If my boiler has electronic ignition, can I light it by hand if the power is out?
No. There has to be electricity to open the safety valve for the gas to come in.
How much air does my gas appliance need to operate properly?
The ratio is 24 parts air to 1 part gas. That is, you need 50 cubic feet of free air for every 1,000 BTU's input (gas fuel) for your appliance in the room where it is to be located. If not, then the area is considered a confined space. In a confined space, neither a natural (chimney) draft nor a non-direct vented appliance should be used without making provisions for more outside air. The Stevens Energy technical staff makes these calculations before any installation can proceed.
We welcome your questions.
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