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If you are planning to do some winter RVing, then getting your RV Furnace ready for winter is important. You must inspect and perform some preventative maintenance on your RV's furnace prior to hitting the road. Doing a simple inspection/maintenance of the furnace will ensure that you will have heat once you arrive at your winter camping destination.
Now that you have completed the routine maintenance and inspection of your RV's Furnace it is time to see if it will fire up.
To review this process, you may want to look at the video below by RV Expert Mark Polk on the properly conducting an RV Furnace Checkup.
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I hope that this information on getting your RV Furnace ready for winter is important and will be helpful in ensuring that you will be nice and warm during your next winter RVing Adventure.
Below are the Frequently Asked Questions about Getting Your RV Furnace Ready for Winter RVing
Why is it important to prepare my RV Furnace for winter RVing?
Preparing your RV Furnace for winter RVing ensures that you have heat when you arrive at your winter camping destination, after performing preventative maintenance and inspections on your furnace.
What blockages should I look for when inspecting the outside furnace vents of my RV?
Look for blockages such as insects including mud daubers, wasps, spiders, and nests from mice and birds, which can interfere with the furnace's proper air flow. It's essential to clear any blockages before operating the furnace.
What does the presence of soot on the RV furnace vents indicate?
Soot on the RV furnace vents is a sign of improper combustion within the furnace, leading to the creation of Carbon Monoxide. If you spot any soot, the furnace should not be operated until inspected by a Certified RV Technician.
Do most RV Furnaces have air filters?
No, most RV Furnaces do not have air filters. Always refer to the RV Furnace's Owner's Manual to check for specific details about your furnace.
How do I test if my RV's furnace is working after completing the maintenance and inspection?
Turn on the RV's propane, switch the thermostat to heat or the "On" position (depending on your system), and set it to a higher temperature than the current inside temperature. You should hear a clicking sound and feel heat from the furnace vents within one or two minutes. If there's no heat or the furnace stops trying to light, it needs inspection and servicing by a Certified RV Technician.