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III. USERS INFORMATION SECTION
A. OIL SUPPLY: Do not allow the fuel tank to run completely empty. During the summer, keep the tank
full to prevent condensation of moisture on the inside surface of the tank. If the fuel tank runs completely
dry, it may be necessary to purge the lines of trapped air. Contact a qualified technician to bleed the lines
and restart the burner.
OIL SUPPLY VALVE: Turn the oil supply valve off if the burner is shut down for an extended period of
time.
B. INSPECTION AREA
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VESTIBULE: The furnace vestibule area or burner compartment should be inspected by removing the
front door of the furnace and looking for signs of excessive heat such as discoloration of components
materials damage, from rust or corrosion, soot or carbon build-up.
EXTERIOR OF FURNACE: The furnace exterior should be inspected for signs of excessive heat such as
discoloration of materials and damage from rust or corrosion.
VENT PIPE: The furnace vent pipe should be inspected for signs of holes in pipe, and leakage around
seams in pipe, indicated by soot or condensate streaks.
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE REPAIRS YOURSELF!
WARNING: The area around the furnace should be kept free and clear of combustible liquids
and material, especially papers and rags.
WARNING: NEVER burn garbage or refuse in your furnace. Never try to ignite oil by tossing
burning papers or other material into your furnace.
WARNING: Thermo Pride oil furnaces are designed to burn No. 1 or No. 2 distillate fuel oil, and
should be of low or ultra-low sulfur content.
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE BURNER WHEN:
1. Excess oil has accumulated,
2. The furnace is full of vapors
3. The combustion chamber is very hot.
IF ONE OR MORE OF THESE CONDITIONS EXIST, CONTACT A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
C. STARTING THE BURNER:
1. Turn the main service switch to "OFF" position.
2. Set thermostat substantially above room temperature.
3. Open shut-off valves in oil supply line to burner.
4. Turn service switch to furnace "ON". If burner starts and runs, but stops again on lockout, it may be
necessary to bleed the lines or make burner combustion air adjustments. Contact a qualified service
person to adjust and start burner.
D. FILTER CLEANING AND LOCATION:
WARNING: To avoid injury from moving parts, hot surfaces, or electrical shock, shut off the
power to the furnace before removing any furnace access doors to service the air filters.