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ic tribyyjembej 196 an important message from consumers gas its time to prepare your heating system for cold weather for better heating economy and efficiency follow this easy step by step checklist heating system checkup on warm air systems clean furnace filters or replace dispos able filters before the winter a dirty filter can reduce air flow and cause your system to work harder than it has to keep your electric motor and fan bearings andor pump lubricated for greater efficiency two drops of oil in the well each year should do it note some new motors do not need lubricating if you have a hot water heating system ensure that it is filled to the proper level by bleeding air from each radiator if you observe these basics you will soon find that using gas can be even more economical chimney checkup its difficult to know when you have a chimney problem first answer the following questions w does your chimney have a metal chimney liner is your heating system connected to a metal venting system that is not a brick or stone chimney if you answer yes to either of these questions you probably need not worry about your chim- ney being able to adequately vent your furnace any brick or stone chimney should receive periodic inspection from a chimney expert however here are three simple checks you can make yourself q check the cleanout pit at the bottom of your chimney should you find any debris remove it if it contains bits of mortar brick or stone erosion could be taking place use a mirror to look up your chimney through your cleanout door during daylight hours you should have an unobstructed view to the outsidethere should be no visual evidence of crumbling mortar brick or stone your chimney may be offset which will not allow you a visual inspection with a mirror in such cases we sug gest an inspection by a chimney expert o check outside chimney brickworkyou should not see a whiter chalky substance on the bricks stone or mortar if you have a problem o if there is any chimney blockage above the vent connection turn off your heating system and your gas water heater immedi ately call a chimney repair company for an inspection q if there is more than an inch of broken mor tar brick or stone in the cleanout pit and you cannot see daylight using a mirror follow the instructions in step 1 if there is no blockage call a chimney repair company for an inspection you may operate the furnace and water heater until the chimney is inspected but you should check the chimney periodically for blockage until you have the chimney contractors report if you see a white chalky staining on exterior brickwork stone or mortar but the cleanout pit is clear and there are no obstructions in the chimney or signs of deterioration on the chimneys exterior ask a chimney repair company for an inspec tion in the meantime you may operate your heating system safely consult your yellow pages for chimney builders and repairers some conservation tips follow these simple rules and the result will be a better more economical heating system q make sure you have well fitting doors and windows a good fit keeps cold air out and warm air in proper weatherstripping and caulking also helps q rugs furniture drapes etc should not be allowed to obstruct warm air outlets and cold air returns q proper attic insulation means lower fuel costs q dampers in open fireplaces should be closed when the fire place is not in use hot water radiators will not heat effectively if air is in them all air should be bled off make sure your humidifier is working correctly proper humidification can con tribute to heating economy and your com fort level drop by our office and ask for our leaflets what every householder should know about carbon monoxide and your home needs fresh air save up to 7 on your heating bill with a honeywell programmable thermostat automatically sets back the temperature while youre asleep or at work to reduce energy costs precise temperature con trol increases comfort in the home easy to install and use keypad holds up to 4 heating and cooling pro grams year round so you dont have to reprogram each season works with most natural gas furnaces to order your thermostat call 18007014858 today the cost of only 6495 with taxes and shipping 7470 will be charged to your consumers gas account so please have your account number handy when you call please note this offer is open to consumers gas customers only offer expires december 31 1996 please allow 4 to 8 weeks fir delivery postage and taxes extra ill consumers gas