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Adjusting the burners on your gas boiler will save you money while giving you perfect heat
While it never recommended making mechanical adjustments to a gas boiler unless you really know what you are doing it doesn't mean that you need to call out an expert to make simple tweaks in your central heating boiler, especially as winter is approaching. Just as you want call out a garage to put air in your tires, or water in your radiator, there are some basic maintenance procedures that you should be aware of and capable of carrying out without outside help.
You should carry out these procedures, however, on the principal that safety comes first and any gas boiler's role is to provide a strong and continuous flow of heat. In order to do so, the boiler has to be fed the required amount of gas, and it is being distributed within the boiler where it should be.
Bear in mind that the flame in your boiler's gas burner should always be full and steady, and any signs of sputtering means that the flow is not as it should be. A yellow flame, instead of a light blue one, is also a sign that the flame needs to be adjusted upward, the ideal flame height should be between one and a half to two inches. If you see that your flame is lower than this, you can adjust the screw normally located near the flame till you reach the desired height and power. It goes without saying that if you are unsure where the screw is situated or how to adjust it, call in the experts from Corgi who will advise you.
Another problem that can occur with a gas boiler is filter blockage. Before winter kicks in you should make sure to clean the boiler's blower blades, lubricate the blower motor, and inspect the belt to minimize the build of dust in the blower, and keep it running at maximum efficiency. The air filter should be checked and cleaned every month. On signs of wear it should be replaced.
Today's gas boilers are very reliable and problems with them should be few and far between. If you have carried out the proper flame adjustment procedures and the boiler is either providing too much or too little heat, or the pilot light goes out or even cannot be switched on, then there may be problems with its thermostat. If the boiler is making too much noise, or showing even the slightest hint of a gas leak, then it's time to call in the experts.
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