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Winter is set to hit our country within a short span, and we’ll be spending more of our time at home than usual. We may observe the drafts and cold leakage relatively more than we have witnessed during the earlier years. Well, heating units don’t have any use for over half of the year, that’s the precise reason Sydney Plumbing Hot Water & Gas recommend you get your gas log fire or gas heater serviced before winter sets in.
Routine maintenance of your heater will not only guarantee the longevity of your unit but also save you from future hassles. At a very minimum, the heater should be serviced once a year, preferably before the start of winter particularly because of the long gap for which the heater was not used. If you ignore or forget to service your heater, then there is an underlying risk of carbon monoxide poisoning in case the heater does not operate correctly.
Are You Wondering What Carbon Monoxide Is?
Well, carbon monoxide is hazardous and you should know how can it affect you. It’s tricky to diagnose carbon monoxide poisoning – as the gas is odourless and colourless, you can’t know if it’s present and before you can find it out, you’ll get drowsy and unwell. You’ll experience flu-like symptoms. You may not get a clear sign of what exactly is happening to you and many people in Australia have been admitted to hospital over the past two decades particularly for carbon monoxide poisoning.
Regrettably, people are most receptive and only take action when something happens. You should never wait until it’s very late. Well, you can avert carbon monoxide adversity by getting your heater serviced and running a carbon monoxide test.
Get Ducted Gas Heater Service from Sydney Plumbing Hot Water & Gas
Sydney Plumbing’s experienced technicians carry out numerous gas heater services every year and so they gained excellent knowledge and expertise in their field. When carrying out your ducted gas heater service, they will perform the following:
- Clear the dust that is accumulated on the fan motor assembly.
- Inspect & set spark gaps on the igniter.
- Inspect the flame sensor and clean it.
- Inspect if the capacitors are moving the motor within the particular range.
- Test to see if the burning pressure is set correctly.
- Scrutinise all electrical connections.
- Inspect the seal on the flue connection.
- Clean the return air cavity and the return air grill.
- Inspect the seal on the return air cavity.
- Test to see if the airflow is correct.
- Perform a comprehensive carbon monoxide test.
- Make sure the entire unit is functioning as it should.
You can rely on Sydney Plumbing’s local team of experienced gas heater technicians, as they are knowledgeable, qualified and keep themselves updated with the latest fault finding methods by attending regular refresher courses.
What are the Safety Considerations?
Apart from getting your gas heater service in Sydney before winter, you should bear in mind the following safety considerations:
- Always switch off your gas heater when you’re leaving your room or going to sleep.
- Never leave your gas heater unsupervised; for instance, if you go out to buy something and then return to the fire.
- Never dry clothes with your heater. However, you can dry them in your room but not near the heat source.
- Ensure your smoke alarms are working properly.
- Never allow children or pets to play near a heater.
Get in Touch
Sydney Plumbing Hot Water & Gas is your local gas heater expert. We handle everything from gas heater repairs, service and installation for all types of gas heaters ranging from wall furnaces to ducted gas heaters. If you want professional recommendations, superior craftsmanship and the best customer satisfaction, then get in touch with us today!
