Furnace Performance Tune-Up

• Remove burners and pilot assembly. Clean and inspect for cracks and rust.
• Check thermocouple and replace, if needed.
• Clean flue passages, check flue pipe for rust holes and good seal at chimney. Check draft and chimney passages for obstruction.
• Inspect heat exchanger for cracks and holes.
• Vacuum combustion chambers.
• Inspect exposed wiring and connections.
• Inspect and test blower assembly.
• Replace air filter if necessary (customer supplied).
• Vacuum blower compartment.
• Relight and adjust pilot height, check pilot and main burner safety. Cycle on burner and check and adjust flame pattern.  
• Level wall thermostat and check calibration
• Cycle unit and check for excessive vibration.

Water Heater Performance Tune-Up

• Inspect pilot and burner assembly.
• Replace thermocouple, if necessary.
• Check tank, valves and fittings for leaks.
• Cycle on burner and check flame pattern.
• Check draft and condition of flue pipe.
• Check location and piping of T/P valve.

Air Conditioner Performance Tune-Up

• Start system, check suction and discharge pressures.
• Inspect and chemically clean condenser coil. Replenish up to 2 lbs of Freon.
• Lubricate fan motor, if applicable. Check for bearing wear.
• Remove electrical control panel and inspect all exposed connections. Check connections to compressor terminals.
• Inspect tubing for kinks or oil leaks.
• Inspect and lubricate blower assembly.
• Replace filter (customer supplied).
• Blow out condensate drain line.
• Check inside for oil leaks at evaporator fittings.
• Start system and recheck pressures and check amp draw.
• Check temperature drop across evaporator.
• Level wall thermostat and check calibration.

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