How Do You Clean Soot In An Oil Furnace?
Many homes use an oil-fueled furnace to provide heat during the winter. While oil furnaces are more efficient and run cleaner than their predecessors, soot still builds up within the furnace over an extended period of time. This can not only stain and blacken the furnace, but can also reduce its burning efficiency. Cleaning the soot out of the furnace restores its cleanliness and helps it run better. Step 1 Shut down the furnace if it is currently running. Wait for the heat to dissipate before touching the furnace or opening its front metal panel. Exercise caution as the outside may feel cool while temperatures inside the furnace are still hot enough to burn you. Step 2 Slide the oil filter out. The filter is typically inserted near the furnace’s back combustion chamber and can be removed without tools. If you are unsure, consult your furnace’s original manufacturer’s manual. Wipe down the filter with a damp rag. If it is heavily soiled, discard and use a replacement filter. Step 3 Use
