Monthly Archives: May 2011

90+% Furnace Venting

Posted on May 23, 2011 by yorkcentraltechtalk

I just love to read our installation instructions and see if there have been any changes or improvements.  This way, I can learn something new every now and then.  Well, I was just reading through the latest Install Instructions for … Continue reading →

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The Phenomenon of Flame Rectification

Posted on May 23, 2011 by yorkcentraltechtalk

Today’s units react to unsafe conditions in less than a second. This is accomplished through the use of “computerized control modules” and a flame sensing control system known as flame rectification.  With the growing use of furnace control modules, it … Continue reading →

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MAINTENANCE vs. REPAIR

Posted on May 10, 2011 by yorkcentraltechtalk

All too often we hear consumers say, “My air conditioner has been in for 7 years without a call for service.  Why did my compressor fail?”  Most modern air conditioners are operating under much tighter tolerances than they did 20 … Continue reading →

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Flood Damaged HVAC Equipment

Posted on May 2, 2011 by yorkcentraltechtalk

The recent flooding created by the storms in the Central and Eastern part of the US, once again brings attention to the safety hazards involved with flood damaged HVAC equipment. Submerged HVAC equipment typically is damaged beyond what would be … Continue reading →

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