Trane Furnace Maintenance
Keeping your Trane furnace in good working order is essential. If you’re looking for information on how to prevent problems before they start, this Trane furnace maintenance guide outlines what you can do to make sure your home’s heating system stays dependable.
This guide contains information for gas furnaces like the S8B1 and S8X1. For more information on caring for your unit, take a look at our gas furnace maintenance checklist. Any testing or repairs outlined in this guide will need to be completed by an authorized technician.
Change the Air Filter
Dirty filters can block airflow and force your furnace to work harder, making your unit less efficient and increasing the risk of issues. Considering the effect dirty filters have on your heating system, changing the air filter regularly is one of the best ways to avoid problems. If you need step-by-step instructions, refer to our Trane furnace filter replacement guide.
Clean the Exterior
Cleaning your furnace’s exterior not only keeps it looking good as new but also minimizes the chance that dust and other debris will enter the unit and cause problems. So, be sure to clean your unit’s enamel finish with warm water, mild detergent and a soft cloth once a year in the early fall before winter weather arrives.
Maintain the Surrounding Area
Remember to keep the area around your unit neat and tidy in order to reduce the risk of dust or debris entering the unit. Also, make sure that combustible liquids such as gasoline or paint, combustible materials such as paper or clothing and laundry products that give off fumes aren’t stored near the unit.
Schedule Routine Maintenance
In addition to the many things you can do on your own to care for your Trane furnace, don’t forget to schedule a routine maintenance appointment with an authorized technician. During the visit, the technician will performance various checks, such as:
- Cleaning the blower assembly and housing
- Maintaining the evaporator coil and drain lines
- Looking for gas leaks
- Checking the ignition system, including the flame sensor
- Inspecting the heat exchanger
- Clearing the flue system for any blockages
- Repositioning or replacing the vent connector, if necessary
- Clearing the ductwork of any blockages
- Removing obstructions from the fresh air inlet and vent
- Examining the wiring
- Making sure there are no cracks or sags around the base of the unit
Be Aware of Possible Issues
Even after completing the preventative maintenance tasks outlined above, it’s important to stay alert for possible issues. If you notice strange noises, odd smells or reduced efficiency, contact a license technician for service: as always, addressing problems sooner rather than later keeps them from becoming more serious.
If you need information on identifying and resolving issues with your unit, see our Trane furnace troubleshooting article. For more information about your specific unit, be sure to take a look at our extensive library of Trane furnace manuals.