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Why is my Home Furnace not Working Properly?

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Most common questions used to investigate

Is your furnace not turning on?

Check the power switch. Is it turned on?

Check the thermostat settings. Is it configured properly according to the required temperature?

Check the main gas inflow pipe. Is it clogged or is the valve shut?

Check the igniter. Is it working properly?

Check the filters. Are they dirty or clogged?

Is the furnace not producing enough heat?

Check the thermostat controller. Is it set to the right temperature?

Is the furnace running continuously?

Is the thermostat configured to a high temperature?

Is the furnace producing noise that is not normal?

Is there a smell of gas coming from near the furnace?

Common conclusions

Turn on the power switch as it acts as the master power controller and try turning on the furnace again.

Simply change the settings by changing it to either hot or cold according to the temperature requirement.

If the gas inflow pipe is clogged clean it yourself or contact a professional to do so for you. If the valve is shut, simply open it and try again.

You may have a faulty igniter. Replace it yourself or contact a professional to do so for you.

Clean the filters or replace them with new ones as they may be blocking the air flow.

Contact the original manufacturer or a professional to get the faulty furnace diagnosed and fixed.

The thermostat controls the temperature, so reconfigure the thermostat using the controller and try again.

The problem may be that the furnace cannot produce enough heat for the room because the area is too large, or that there are open windows or doors.

When the controller is set to a higher temperature furnace's operation cycle is longer. Change the temperature setting to a moderate level and try again.

The problem may be with a broken thermostat or limit switch. Contact the furnace's original manufacturer or a get in touch with a professional to further examine the problem.

Contact the original manufacturer and file a request for service or hire a professional to get the furnace diagnosed as the problem may be with loose bolts or expanding ducts.

First turn the main gas valve off as there may be a leak. Then contact a professional to get the gas connections checked.

Contact the original manufacturer and file a request for service or hire a professional to get the furnace diagnosed as the prroblem may be with the internal components.

References

https://www.centralhtg.com/blog/furnace-repair

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