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Check Your Furnace

Date: October 7, 2009
Contact: Chief Bob Thompson
E-mail: RThompson@wichita.gov
Phone: (316) 268-4441

 

It’s time to get your furnace checked and serviced. With the recent drop in temperatures, the Wichita Fire Department has responded to several faulty heating appliance calls.

To ensure a safe and warm home, the department offers the following tips:

  • Have your furnace checked annually by an authorized service person.

  • Make certain that air filters are clean; a clogged air filter makes fan motors work harder.

  • If you have a floor furnace, remove all rugs or coverings from the grill before turning your furnace on.

  • Keep combustibles at least 36 inches away from the furnace.

  • For energy savings, consider the use of a programmable thermostat.

For additional information regarding furnace safety, call the Fire Prevention Office at 268-4441.

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