Gas Furnace Maintenance: Inspection, Testing, and Safety Protocols

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Technician

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or Web-based

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About the Course:

This Gas Furnace Maintenance microcredential provides HVAC students and professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to perform comprehensive maintenance on gas furnaces. The course covers inspection techniques, component cleaning, combustion analysis, and safety checks to ensure efficient and safe furnace operation. Students will gain hands-on experience with diagnostic tools, gas pressure adjustments, and proper maintenance procedures in accordance with industry and manufacturer standards.

Learning Objectives:

Course will be delivered via LMS and comes with realistic 3D demonstrations.

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Workforce Development

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At ImmerseLearn, we prepare technicians to deliver safe, effective furnace maintenance services that extend system life and ensure customer safety. This microcredential is ideal for HVAC learners seeking to build confidence in servicing residential and light commercial gas furnaces.

How this course strengthens workforce skills:

Use a combustible gas detector and bubble test method to identify leaks, followed by safe correction procedures.

Measure manifold pressure using appropriate tools and adjust according to system specifications to ensure efficient burner operation.

Locate and clean pressure tubes to prevent misreads in pressure switches.

Inspect and clean burners, spark ignitors, and pilot assemblies while following safe handling practices and ensuring proper alignment and function.

Clean flame sensors with a non-abrasive method to restore signal quality and prevent ignition lockout.

Conduct detailed inspections for cracks, corrosion, or damage, and use carbon monoxide detectors to assess flue integrity.

By completing this microcredential, students will be qualified to conduct full-service gas furnace maintenance, improving energy efficiency, extending equipment life, and ensuring occupant safety in heating systems.