WHEN SHOULD I DO FURNACE MAINTENANCE? The old adage is true: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound ofBelow you’ll find our Preventative Maintenance Checklist, which is our proven method to keep your system in the pink and your home in For a system that heats and cools: perform maintenance in the spring and fall For cooling system maintenance only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the cooling season For furnace maintenance only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the heating HVAC PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST Many dealers provide priority service for their customers who have an annual maintenance or service agreement. maintenance will ensure that your system runs as efficiently asYour local dealer will perform the following tasks, depending on the unit: Inspect unit for proper refrigerant level and adjust if necessary Clean dirt, leaves and debris from inside cabinet Inspect base pan for restricted drain openings—remove

obstructions as necessary Inspect coil and cabinet—clean as needed Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage—on older models lubricate as needed Inspect control box, associated controls/accessories, wiring and connections. Controls may include contactors, relays, circuit boards, capacitors,3 ton ac electrical load sump heat and other accessories. car ac unit kitAll control box and electricalhow a split ac unit works parts should be checked for wear or damage. compressor and associated tubing for damage Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor) On older models, lubricate motor and inspect and replace fan belt if needed Check combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as necessary

Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan and condensate drain lines. Clean as needed Inspect for gas leaks in gas furnaces Inspect burner assembly—clean and adjust as needed Inspect ignition system and safety controls—clean and adjust as needed Inspect heat exchanger or heating elements Inspect flue system—check for proper attachment to the furnace, any dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion. Inspect control box, associated controls, wiring and connections Clean or replace air filters Inspect conditioned airflow system (ductwork)—check for leaks WHILE YOUR SYSTEM IS OPERATING Monitor system starting characteristics and capabilities Listen for abnormal noise Search for source of unusual odors Monitor air conditioning and heat pump systems for correct refrigerant charge Measure outdoor dry bulb temperature Measure indoor dry and wet bulb temperature Measure high and low side system pressures Monitor gas furnace for correct line and manifold gas

pressure—make adjustments as needed Measure temperature rise and adjust airflow as needed Check vent system for proper operation Monitor system for correct line and load volts/amps Monitor system operation per manufacturer's specifications Provide system operation report and recommend repairs or replacement as necessary NOTE: Trane recommends all maintenance and service work be performed by a professional air conditioning and heating dealer that holds the appropriate credentials to install and service air conditioning and heating a Trane Comfort Specialist near you HOW CAN I GET THE MOST OUT OF MY TRANE HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS? systems are designed to provide optimal efficiency and comfort. it’s time to do the same to your home. Here are some things you can do around the house to optimize the operation of your system, as well as the comfort inside your home. MAINTENANCE Set the thermostat as high as comfort will

Make sure attics are adequately ventilated to relieveIf necessary, improve airflow by adding or enlargingWhen building a new house or renovating an old one, choose light-colored roof shingles to reflect more of the sun'sDuring moderate weather, don't use the air conditionerDraw blinds or drapes to block the sunlight during the hottest part of the day. windows exposed to direct sunlight. In the cooling season, don't run kitchen and bath exhaust fans longer than necessary. Don't place lamps, TV sets or other heat-producing devices beneath a wall-mounted thermostat. Rising heat from that equipment may cause the air conditioning system to overcool your house. HEATING & FURNACE MAINTENANCE Locate the thermostat on an inside wall away from windows and doors. thermostat as low as comfort permits. Each degree over 68°F can add 3% to the amount of energy needed for heating. So lower the thermostat a degree or two when expecting a large group of guests.

sure your home is properly insulated. This is the single most important step in conserving energy. Thermal insulation should be specified in terms of thermal resistance (R-values). is recommended for ceilings, and R-11 (3-1/2”) for exterior walls and floors over unheated areas. In colder climates, considerInfiltration of humid outside air is your heating and air conditioning system's worst enemy—it could account for 15% to 30% of air conditioning energy requirements. the places where air can sneak into the home and plug them with caulking, weather-stripping or plastic. caulk around all entrance doors and windows. transfer through your windows by 40% to 50% with double-glazing (two panes of glass separated by a sealed air space) and low-eUse wood- or metal-frame storm windows even if single-glazed windows are high quality. The extra layer of glass and the layer of still air will cut heat transfer considerably. Install storm doors at all entrances to your house.