Delavan Nozzle Line Filter When contaminated oil nozzles are about to drive you over the edge, try adding an inexpensive line filter to your system. The Delavan nozzle line filter provides four times the straining area and removes particles one-half the size as a standard nozzle strainer. The 1/8″ filter is easily installed in the…
Noisy Oil Pump Operation One cause for a noisy pump is a misaligned oil burner coupling. Try loosening the mounting screws slightly and shift the pump position until the noise is eliminated. Retighten screws. Air in the inlet line can also cause noise. Check all fittings and connections for leaks. Tighten or replace any leaky…
Suntec Oil Pump Strainers Checking the strainer in your fuel pump should be part of the routine annual maintenance of your oil furnace or boiler. It should also be checked if you are not getting a good oil flow at the nozzle or you have pulsating pressure. To check the strainer, remove the four screws…
How high above the roof does my chimney have to be? The following information is for the typical chimney installation. Always check your local codes. Table from Metal-Fab, Inc. Roof Pitch Minimum Height for gas chimneys, B-vent Flat to 7/12 (305 mm) 1.0 feet Over 7/12 to 8/12 (451 mm) 1.5 feet Over 8/12 to…
Oil Nozzle Care and Tips Oil nozzles are designed to do an accurate job of atomizing and metering fuel oil in the spray pattern of your burner. Keep nozzles in their original containers. Handle the nozzle by the hex flats and avoid touching the strainer. Use clean tools. We recommend using a Delavan nozzle changer…
How do I adjust my electrodes? Adjusting electrodes in your oil burner is something normally done by a professional, however it is not rocket science. If the homeowner is capable of doing most home repairs, he/she can adjust electrodes. The standard cautionary notes apply: make sure you turn off the system, and be careful because you are…
The standard 1” air filter is factory stamped as a 30 day filter. Although this may seem a bit overboard the concept is very sound. Both Heating & A.C. units need to move air in order for them to work easily and efficiently. A plugged filter could result in costly repairs that can easily be…
