Like an air conditioner, a heater/furnace is a personal choice comfort item. Heaters used by pop-up campers can either be a factory installed LP Gas fired furnace or electric "space" heaters. If using anything other than a factory installed heater be aware of dangers which may include fire and/or carbon monoxide gas. Factory LP gas furnaces have an outside vent, so assuming it's operating properly, there's little danger of CO poisoning.

The "legal" need for brakes is different for each and every state. Once purchased and registered, your home state rules will apply while you travel. If the state you are registered in does NOT require brakes for your weight trailer, then no state you travel through can require them of you (unless you move to that state and attempt to register it there.

That depends on a couple of factors, like does your pop-up have electric brakes and where you are going to camp. If your pop-up has electric brakes, yes you need a battery in order for the break away switch to work correctly. Should your pop-up inadvertently disconnect from the tow vehicle while towing, the break away switch will engage the trailer brakes to stop it. That is provided you have a battery on the pop-up to power the brakes. See how that works.

This is one of those personal preference items. Many pop-up owners are happy to use coolers for all their food items. I find it easier to use the refrigerator for reusable items (mustard, mayo, milk, OJ, eggs, dressings...) and to use a cooler for drinks. It is a very nice option, but it is just that optional. Ask around then consider your lifestyle before making this decision. Remember if you get one, it needs some power source to work.

First, for those who don't know the term, "Porta-Potti" is the name of a self contained toilet system manufactured by Thetford. This is a personal comfort choice. They are very nice to avoid those late night runs to the bath house to heed the call of nature, or to avoid going out in the dark when dry camping to dig a hole. You can take a look at mine on my potti page.

This is a personal choice comfort item. Depending on where you live it may be unnecessary to have one, or it may almost be a necessity. Pop-Up campers in the northern states or Canada may not need an air conditioner, but a Texas or Florida camper would probably look strangely at any one with out AC. Even living in the Maryland and camping in the Mid-Atlantic area I am glad I got an air conditioner. An item to keep in mind is that a pop-up has very little (OK, none) insulation.

The most common furnace used in pop-up campers is manufactured by Atwood. These use a thermostat similar to that used in homes. There is a slide switch (on-off) on the bottom of the thermostat which can be hard to see. Turn this on. The blower will come on after a few seconds, and 15 - 20 seconds before the heater attempts to ignite the flame. After the blower comes on, you should hear a distinct click as the furnace igniter tries to light. it will only make 10 attempts then shut down.

Heating element are like light bulbs: they are either on or they are off. When a spa does not heat up all of the way (104 F. Recommended) it's usually a thermostat that has lost its calibration. We recommend replacing the thermostat.

The City has found numerous gas leaks in fittings, mainly on furnaces, water heaters, and fireplaces, Inspectors also look for gas shutoffs to be installed in the correct location and the correct venting of flue gasses to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

To obtain information on Massachusetts Venting Requirements, please call 1-800-227-7437 (Carrier Consumer Relations), or click here to contact us and supply your contact information including model and serial number of your furnace.

No, the ShabbHOT™ Water Heater Controller will be installed on the existing water heater you currently have (electric or gas)

Not necessarily, however there are many considerations here. Similar to the question above, if you think you are going to need to replace your furnace in the next 24 to 36 months, you should consider having it installed with the air conditioner, i.e., a complete system. With the new higher efficiency system you'll probably qualify for cash rebates, low interest financing, and far better warranties than when you replace one component at a time.

Furnace technology has advanced significantly in recent years, raising concerns over chimney use. As a result of changing technology, many existing masonry chimneys aren't able to meet the specific demands of new furnaces. There are several reasons for this furnace-chimney incompatibility. First, the size of the chimney can be an issue. Modern, higher-efficiency furnaces transfer more heat into your home and less heat up the chimney than older, less-efficient units.

Every home should have a carbon monoxide detector, but the fact that it is not going off doesn’t mean everything is safe. Carbon monoxide detectors vary in quality and virtually all of them must be replaced every few years because their sensors become ineffective.

Every home should have a carbon monoxide detector, but the fact that it is not going off doesn't mean everything is safe. Carbon monoxide detectors vary in quality and virtually all of them must be replaced every few years because their sensors become ineffective.

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To determine the correct size heater for your heating needs, you will need to use the following equation: In order to obtain satisfactory performance from your portable propane heater, you must use a tank of sufficient size to assure vaporization of the propane it contains at the temperature at which the tank is stored and used.

Noisy water heaters are a result of sediment that builds up in the bottom of the tank. Small air bubbles are trapped in the sediment and as the water heats up, these bubbles rise to the surface of the sediment and make rumbling, popping and banging sounds. Depending upon your water supply and how much you use your water heater, the sediment can build up quickly. Installing a full port ball valve in the heater will allow adequate access to flush the heater regularly, every 6 months as a minimum.

That depends mostly on where you keep it. Under a sappy tree will require more attention than furniture under an overhang.

Actually, you get more heat out of every dollar's worth of gas you buy with a high efficiency furnace compared to a 15-20 year old furnace. What you're probably referring to is the temperature of the air coming out of the register. This feels cooler because of the increased volume of air on your new furnace, therefore it feels cooler because the temperature rise is not as great.

Furnace technology has advanced significantly in recent years. Modern furnaces are designed to provide more even and efficient heating than past furnaces, which can impact both how your system operates and what you notice about your system. To better regulate temperatures and airflow, modern furnaces move more air over the heat exchanger than older furnaces. The air that comes out of your furnace registers may not seem as warm as the air from your old furnace, but overall airflow is improved.

One of the best ways to maximize your furnace's efficiency is proper ductwork. Not only will Airnovation, LLC calculate the size of ducts you need, we also do our own custom sheet metal work, fabricating custom transitions and plenums for our ductwork. This ensures a well-sealed joint and an air-tight seal, which ensures your heated air isn't lost underneath your house.

You can save lots of money buying your pop-up used rather than new. Be aware that as this is a large investment you need to make sure that the unit is in good condition. I have a page devoted to Purchasing a Used Pop-Up.

Steaming out the gas tips while they are still mounted in the furnace seldom works. In most instances, the steam will follow the path of least resistance and will not remove the material that is blocking the plugged orifice. It is best to remove and disassemble the gas tips for cleaning.

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No. The heating takes place because of a chemical reaction within the heater unit. It can therefore only be used once.

I purchased a computer monitor and was charged an $8 recycling fee. According to your website, I need to take my old monitor to a recycling center. If I have to do it, then what was the fee for? Do you have a pick up service, or does that fee apply toward cleaning up the e-waste that ends up at the dump? I don't care about the fee, but you're making it awfully difficult to do the right thing here. Thanks, Chris Stiles I travel daily via Vista Del Mar and Culver.

Yes. The furnace can become dangerous if not checked annually. The chimney should have a cap on it to prevent animals and nests. The furnace should be checked for cracks and cleaned and checked annually for maximum efficiency.

Naturally, you would expect a heating contractor to recommend an annual furnace cleaning as we do. But we do so for a number of reasons. A cleaning means that your furnace will operate more efficiently, getting more heat for your fuel dollar. More importantly, however, the cleaning also includes a thorough safety check of the entire unit for cracked or defective/damaged parts. This annual maintenance check will assure you a carbon monoxide free winter. We recommend 60 degrees.