Preventing Your Furnace From Blowing a Fuse
With colder temperatures settling in for the season, the last thing you want to experience is a broken furnace. One common occurrence when your furnace works overtime in the wintertime is a blown fuse. Causes of Blowing a Fuse Some of the most common causes of furnace-blown fuses include: Damaged wiring in your system A saturated air filter Thermostat metal frame encountering wiring Faulty parts or worn-out components While some of these fixes may seem like do-it-yourself opportunities, it’s best to contact a qualified HVAC technician to properly diagnose and repair the problem. Furnaces require regular care and maintenance to ensure that they continue to work as intended. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to ensure that your HVAC system can carry the heavy winter load. Take these steps for efficient heating success this winter and beyond. 1. Examine Furnace Fuses and Breaker Boxes Having your breaker box and furnace fuses inspected by a qualified service professional will help eliminate future problems. Change and replace worn-out fuses, and make sure that your breaker box remains up to code to reduce incidents of failed fuses and even electrical fires that could quickly overtake your home. 2. Change Your...
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