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Carrier Common Furnace Problems (Premature Heat Exchanger Failure)

About Carrier Brand Formerly, the Carrier Corporation, now a brand of United Technologies Corporation. UTC recently purchased ICP (International Comfort Products) which is the manufacturer of heating and cooling brands like : Keeprite, Tempstar, Heil, Comfortmaker, Arcoaire. Carrier, Otis, and United Technologies Fire and Security were combined into one subsidiary of UTC in September 2013. Prior to the consolidation, Carrier as a corporation was a manufacturer and distributor of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as a commercial refrigeration and food service equipment industry. Wikipedia.org Carrier High Efficiency Gas Furnace Heat Exchanger Issues One the most common issues found in Carrier high efficiency gas furnaces is corrosion or blockage is their secondary heat exchangers in approximately 5 to 10 years after the original installation date or in other words premature secondary heat exchanger failure. This problem happens due to cor

Energy Saving Tips

For the modern customer, HVAC energy efficiency is a top concern and popular point of conversation. In honor of Earth Month, I've outlined the top five energy-saving tips that you can reference when your customers ask about improving their home energy efficiency. Replace filters often - Hands down the best thing you can do to improve your energy efficiency is to replace your air filters often. The more debris that's in the filter, the less air can circulate through the HVAC system, making it work harder. The harder your HVAC unit works, the more energy it uses. Set a schedule - Constantly adjusting your thermostat uses a lot of energy. Set your thermostat to a comfortable temperature that reflects your schedule so that your unit isn't cooling an empty house or working overtime when you're away. Air sealing - A quick, inexpensive air-sealing fix can mean big savings on utilities. Blocking outside air from coming in not only helps keep allergies and other irritan

Comparison Between Lennox ML195 and Lennox EL195E High Efficiency Gas Furnace.

What are the value added benefits to customers with the new EL195E furnace? 1. Lennox customers will save more money every time their HVAC system is operating. The difference between the ML195 PSC motor and the EL195E ECM X13 motor is that the ECM motor is much more efficient. Why? Because it uses a brushless Direct Current (DC) motor, similar to the ECM motor if you’re already familiar with in a variable speed furnace. The ECM X13 motor is almost as energy efficient as a variable speed motor. What are the cost savings? Annual operating costs can be 25% 61% lower per year, based on usage EL195 PSC Motor: Cooling mode: 552 watts Continuous fan mode: 515 watts EL195E ECM X13 Motor: Cooling mode: 413 watts Continuous fan mode: 200 watts Savings: 139 watts 315 watts 25

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