The Detroit Tribune

Gas Heating Equipment Should Get Proper Care

Like any other mechanical appliance, gas heating equipment will last longer and give better service if it is given proper care, according to heating engineers at Michigan Consolidated Gas Company.

For year round comfort and convenience as well as economy, they advise keeping the pilot in the gas heating system lighted during the summer months. Home owners will find this small flame will give big returns.

Advantages are:
Prolonged life for heating equipment. The small amount of heat from the gas pilot keeps the heating equipment dry during the summer. This protects the heating systems from corrosion and adds years to the life of the equipment.

A more comfortable basement. The basement will be a better place to work and play. The slight amount of heat generated by the gas pilot maintains a gentle updraft in the chimney. This serves to ventilate the basement and dry the air reducing dampness and increasing comfort.

Instant heat. With a touch of a finger one can take the edge off of cool summer days. By using the heating system for a few hours a homeowner can rid the house of dampness and summer chills. A householder can control temperatures in late spring and early fall according to needs.

Autumn convenience. If the pilot light is on the householder avoids the inconvenience of having to wait to have the pilot light lighted in the fall. To bring the heating system into instant operation, just reset the thermostat to desired room temperature.