Checking the airflow on your furnace involves several steps to ensure proper operation.
Here's how you can check the airflow:
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Visually Inspect the Filter:
- Reference: Filters have arrows that should point in the direction of the airflow when inserted into the filter housing. In other words, the filter's arrow should point to the blower in the furnace.
- Check the direction of the arrow on your furnace filter. This arrow indicates the direction the air is supposed to flow.
- Example: If you see the arrow pointing towards the back of the furnace, the air is meant to flow in that direction.
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Locate Airflow Direction Indicators:
- Reference: Furnaces usually have arrows indicating the airflow's direction stamped on a metal panel near the filter housing.
- Look for stamped arrows on the metal panel near the filter housing. These arrows show the intended airflow direction.
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Checking Airflow Direction
- Always ensure that the filter is installed correctly, matching the indicated airflow direction to maintain efficient furnace operation.
