Oil Burner maintenance - setting electrodes and replacing nozzle

[@andrewlennox8047]

Just wanted to say thank you. It's 930pm here and cold as heck. Furnace has been running like crap and finally stopped working altogether. Your video helped me get my igniter set and cleaned the nozzle and it's back running good.

[@greglaggassey5151]

I like your style of making a video .your calm.... you don't add a bunch of unnecessary information direct and to the point very professional thank you

[@beatfarmerfan]

Back in the 70’s I was in the Air Force in northern Maine and worked in the heat shop. Everything was oil fired back then, boilers and warm air. We spent most of the summers cleaning and PM’ ing. The heating system for the base grade school and a few other bigger buildings used a big rotary type main burner, with a .75 gph gun type burner as a pilot. I think it was about 1990 before the Bunker C smell left my body.😄 Your oil burner videos bring back good memories.

[@kertrowlins3954]

Can u believe that you made this video 8yrs ago & you just helped me out BIG TIME! 1/8", 1/8", &1/2" now I'll never forget it Thank you...now if I can just figure out y my Beckett oil pump keeps stopping or flowing? Oil pump is only 1yr old & furnace shut off so I figured I'd just make sure it's getting oil & it does come out of the bleeder valve for a few seconds then nothing? I'll let it sit for a few minutes & again it acts like it's going to give me a good flow but then flow completely just fades away? But hay I'll figure it out.

[@CookingWithXpsZero]

Have you changed your inline oil filter recently?

[@Gunma_garage]

My filter was so rusty and clogged. Chedk it out!

[@tobysarsi6864]

@@Gunma_garage I had the original style felt filter with the metal mesh center cylinder and when I replaced it, I also noticed it had rust particles and chunks due to contact with stray water in the heating oil which was bound to happen in a 40+ yr tank. So I switched to the newer style white fiber filter which fit perfectly and has no metal parts that will rust.

[@FckYT-my5wz]

@@tobysarsi6864did you check the strainer inside the end of the pump housing? If you had large rust particles that strainer likely needs cleaned also

[@alangray4617]

How do we get to the pressure relief part of the pump

[@aloveforsaken]

You saved my oil furnace bro, my gaps were completely off to the point that my furnace was stalling and also puffing out black nauseating smoke. With this my furnace is running like the 50yr old champ it once was. ❤

[@cthulhu472]

I was just recently hired by Beckett Corp as an assembler nanda this video has really helped me understand the measurements of the electrode to nozzle ratio better and how to put the burner toghether properly thank you and wish me luck sir.

[@diastoleny]

So how's the new job 5 years later?

[@Skrub]

@@diastoleny6 years…think he’s still got it?

[@ianjuby]

Just to let youse know, not only was this video highly informative and educational, it was the reason I ordered parts from youse guys and not the competitors. :)

[@Ratman_Bejo]

how are you, sir, my name is Mr Ratman from PT Indira Dwi Mitra, one of the suppliers of the riello brand oil gas burner located in Indonesia, and thank you for the info on the repair of nozzle oil for the riello burner, always greet you with success

[@rodgraff1782]

Good video. I wish people would pay more attention to servicing the electrodes. We replaced them on every annual service, as I have seen a lot of bad delayed ignitions from electrodes that looked good but had hair line crack or pits in the porcelain that shorted the spark to ground intermittently.

[@frankcastle5294]

Thanks a ton Keith and your instructional vids are always the best. Wanted to replace and set the electrodes on my old Beckett oil gun and this vid was exactly what I needed. Thanks again.

[@want2no2]

Great Video, was having problems for over a month and wasn't sure how to set the electrodes. My Burner is working just fine now. Thanks for the video!!!

[@_BigTimer85]

@g quinn Been seeing quite a few of these comments from you. STFU

[@lee18103]

DUDE!!! Thank you, my bullet heater was miss adjusted(used equipment). I used a 1/8 drill bit as a gauge. Thank you again.

[@jeffhermida4788]

using drill bit as as a gauge is genius!!!

[@pauleohl]

You were helpful. I saw that your new electrodes have points ground on the ends. Mine were burnt off. I ground new points with a conical mounted stone in the drill press. A block of wood with a 3/32 hole drilled horizontally guided the electrode as the stone ground the point. The electrodes had to be bent because they were now too short. It all worked out fine. Thanks for the video.

[@LibertyDIY]

Good info. I recently bought a new burner tube that came with a new burner gun and electrodes. The electrodes were not able to be adjusted to spec and carefully bending them with a pair of grips was the solution I ended up with also.

[@tablespoon888]

I'm having problems with my boiler firing..the electrodes are not potty anymore...I adjusted the best I could and got it to fire..are the points important?

[@pauleohl]

@@tablespoon888 Yes, the spark jumps easiest and hottest from nice sharp points formed from clean smooth cones. If they are too far gone, replace the electrodes.

[@rodgraff1782]

When your electrodes are spent, just replace them. They are cheap.

[@MegaCyberleader]

YA KNOW YOU SAVED ME 3GRAND SHOWING ME HOW TO FIX THAT. tHANKS sorry for the caps I was excited.

[@markw2266]

I love the positively in the comments section. Yours was a winner. Not everything on KZbin is fantastic advice but this one seems pretty good.

[@breakingfree7869]

Thank you for this easy to understand video. I didn't want to take a course in HVAC like other videos. I had new parts, just wanted to know how to set the electrodes and your video got my furnace going again. Thanks again Sir.

[@rollzolo]

We can take KZbin university..learning alot staying home. Just no roofing. Stay safe

[@CL-ty6wp]

@@rollzolo My oll man lost his best friend to falling off the roof. Heights and electricity I have much respect for.

[@UncleBloont]

Followed your measurement for the gaps, she's running and purring like a kitten. Thanks!!!

[@BaFunGool]

Great Video, Well Done. Been on the nozzle - electrode rodeo ride many times in 40+ yrs. Often finding undersized nozzles via homeowner penny pitching. In many areas homeowners seek budget fuel from bulk carriers lacking service contacts, sometimes they receive cocktailed oil #4 - #2 mix. #4 oil still around, #6 totally gone. "Todd" rotary cup burners almost extinct. Myself as LMP having oil, pay my provider for service contact as insurance when I'm out of town. Wife calls - they run, service guy always gets a $50 tip, no matter what. Once my oil guy [good friend] came to set a few mouse traps, wife was standing on a chair freaking out when I was out of town. Thereafter got a cat from the shelter.

[@Lowzone73]

my Beckett settings were a lot further apart and further away. as you said, some vary, just mine were almost twice those settings as my nozzle is a .85 and 80 degree which may require a greater gap. GREAT video informing about the location above the nozzle. subscribed!!

[@joxtv5538]

Watching, beautiful oil burner electrodes invention, thanks for sharing

[@bigpardner]

Thank you. It would be nice to see removing and replacing the assembly

[@henrypauley4877]

You saved me I had no idea how they had to be adjusted and it worked thanks so much sir

[@dave0028]

Great video explanation of how to set the electrodes.

[@K9_Willett]

Very informative. This video makes a good refresher of my heating course at NEIT ( NEW ENGLAND INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY).

[@hediewiebe2128]

i appreciate the concise information and very good demonstration.

[@bongo7654]

Getting ready for winter ,great video ,thanks for posting

[@lfdvidinc]

Great video , you didn’t explain the ongoing painful life of an oil burner mechanic being on call 🤣🤣🤣 let’s not forget the never ending winters for us in the trades 🤟

[@labbeaj]

See how shiny that is? That is how the nozzle assembly should look after a year!

[@mikee3997]

Thanks when I went to HVAC school we use to use a carpenters wood ruler to set gap and distance. Now I should look for a gauge like you showed easier I’m sure

[@jfk64kennedy95]

i just replaced my Beckett leads today, the lead kit, included the small, cheap, stamped metal Beckett gauge, thankfully, $41 at my local plumbing supply house

[@chevellesbc]

very thorough video I followed it and it worked like a charm

[@Randomgearhead]

U just saved my ass. Heard my furnace not ignite and checked my electrodes the tips were burnt off and way out of adjustment. Took them to the bench grinder to make a nice point and adjusted them. Hit the reset button and it's back burning better than it has in years.

[@gustavovelazquez13]

Great video! Thanks for you time doing it. I was looking for something like this. I wonder if you could/don't mind to share the document used to ilustrate the video. Would be nice to have that information printed for the next guy who will be in cherge of this Oil Furnace that I'm troubleshooting.

[@donrondel8240]

Clear concise accurate video. thanks very much

[@patrickmurphy3]

That's a great video and it really helped me tackle this project. Thanks again

[@patrickmurphy3]

I did. A year ago

[@topcatceo]

Awesome video very clear, very thorough, leaving nothing to guess. Awesome !!!!! :)

[@MrOso88]

thanks for the help really nneded that video to readjust my electrodes

[@NoneMechanic101]

Great video. Thank you!

[@pamungkas5999]

Where am I can buy this one? Would you mind to give me the link? Thanks

[@oakvue45]

Our old Montag keeps the electrodes firing as long as the unit is running...I think it's safer than trusting the cad-eye to detect no burning....I added an eye for extra safety. The down side is the electricity used by constantly firing the electrodes!

[@CL-ty6wp]

Even with the old transformers you should have a flame sensor. If your trans or electrodes go, your tank of oil ends up on the floor. But yea it definitely seems to raise my electricity bill in winter

[@oakvue45]

@@CL-ty6wp We just had our place rewired and 4 new circuits added...now we heat with Electricity and our old Montag is resting...That old thing is built like a tank.

[@bradw778]

Curious about something. is the 1/8th" gap separation written in stone? I just did my furnace and the gap is a bit wider. The furnace starts up smooth and the flame looks good inside. Seems to run really well, but if the gap is an issue I'll pull it out and change it. Otherwise I'll just run it.

[@KeithSpecialtyStore]

The 1/8" gap is only a rule of thumb. Each heating system can vary and you should use the instructions for it. Since it is running good, leave it the way you have it.

[@HarmonHeat]

Thanks a lot for the info bud. I'm gonna try to fix my mom's and save her some money! Edit: last night I took the igniter apart and cleaned it up and she's back in business. Thanks again!

[@blackhawk32b4]

Good video. Only thing You did not show how to remove the whole nozzle unit from the burner?

[@bobmarwood4232]

Most helpful, thank you.

[@simonmarakalu66]

Thanks for explanation I like it.

[@suffolkdowns182]

Good stuff, nice job, thank you.

[@dj-specializedmixes2157]

thank you so much! This vid helped a lot!!! very appreciated

[@hatchman3708]

Thanks, I had mine adjusted to far forward, burnin the tips of the electrodes

[@smestel]

Awesome video!

[@KeithSpecialtyStore]

Thanks!

[@kimtarr2328]

Would you need to set electrodes if just changing the nozzle

[@josemamani2580]

Excellent job, thanks

[@kevinshea4776]

After removing my nozzle, a metal rod was inserted behind the nozzle. Is that normal and why was that there?

[@NOBOX7]

Bro those electrodes are like 1 inch form the nozzle

[@btbt7496]

I saw the same thing. The specs shown show 5/16", not 1/2.

[@AIRMANBEAR]

ARE THE WILLIANSON BURNER ADJUSMENTS ABOUT THE SAME AS YOU SHOWN

[@BMWang2020]

thanks for your video.may i ask another question abt boiler.I changed boiler control computer UTCtime by mistake abt 3month ago.i was not ware that should not be changed.now the computer cannot display the trend at all.only can display shorttrend.can you help me to recover it,thaks a lot.i do not remember the UTC before change,so canot putback the time.from history also have no any information

[@BourneAccident]

Nice video. Thanks so much.

[@Samos12]

Do you know what the consequences are of an electrode to high or too low above the nozzle, or the tip too close together? If I can't be exact, is it better to err on one side vs the other? Thanks!

[@kommoncents0000]

My electrode tips are pretty close to yours, but had trouble understanding the gauge. As long as the furnace ignites right away and burns as it should with the right flame, am I so to speak okay with the electrode setting ?

[@epsems1794]

I just received my waste oil burner package similar to yours. How would I safely connect the ignitor module for the electrodes.

[@TheFirstgoldking]

Thanks good usefull information..

[@diytwoincollege7079]

Thanks for the info and great explanation.

[@shawncahill8519]

Can somebody explain to me why I had a service technician come in here and clean a brand new Thermo Pride furnace standard start shutting down I had to reset it was on lockout I reset this 5 times now it's running and I smell nothing but oil common oxide coming up to the floors in the trailer is this caused by him not doing this properly is it improperly installed nozzle or is it the igniters

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

Thanks , a very good video.

[@davidhinton3595]

EXCELLENT video!!! A+++++

[@anntalbot1071]

I posted the question about the beckett model AF15 burner. Where could I talk with a parts person to see if there are different length electrodes for this burner.

[@cthulhu472]

ann talbot contact the Beckett Corporation online and they can assist you on what to do, have a wonderful day😊

[@joeprete7424]

@Keith Specialty Store ...Can you tell me if Beckett Electrodes can be used in a Reillo Burner? Beckett's Electrodes are $15 and Riello's are $50, and the Service center tells me they are much the same, despite the price difference. Please give me your opinion. Thank You! ...Joe

[@randolphr]

Thank you VERY much !!

[@kennyplay5982]

Question. I have a Slant fin, winter summer hook up but I Do Not use hot water. I have an electric hot water heater. It say minimum nozzle is 1.00 80A... I was told that is a lot of oil being used. And then was told I could use a .85 because I don't use hot water, only furnace... Any thoughts on this ? Thx

[@GSPenrithLTD]

great video

[@davidfalensbirth2031]

Awesome video! PleAse no music next time!

[@perryfree3903]

Just get you one of those orange plastic Beckett Z gauge my go to

[@mikestanovich6179]

When my Igniter Failed, I had fuel leaking out the bottom of the Housing on my Heated Pressure washer. The Burner works well now, but when it fires up, I get a steady drip drip drip of fuel out the bottom. The drip stops as soon as I shut off the pressure washer wand and the flame goes out. I cannot find the source of the leak. I have read that some techs replace the internal insulation in the Heater body -- Is that a possible source of this Dripping? What else should I look for or replace? This is a 3 year old burner that has probably only been used for a hour or two TOTAL.

[@miketaylor6282]

I think you have a very small crack in your nozzle that isn’t revealed until under pressure from the fuel pump.

[@jcstevegigs]

Great info thank you!

[@rogerbedardjr8135]

Good info, thanks!

[@mikeythegreat242]

Just changed the oil pump on a Rheem furnace. Now everything the furnace blower Kicks on you can smell oil. Is this normal for a just changed pump. I can't find any leaks.

[@blbseauxmuchjake3877]

Thanks, Keith! Youda gouda 🧀

[@mickhumpage4017]

Hi, just found this video, very informative. However I have a Karcher HDS555, I replaced the diesel injector and it does not give a spray when turned on. Just a 1 line stream, any advices would be appreciated. The fuel pump filter has been cleaned and the system purged.

[@CL-ty6wp]

no nozzle or severely crudded up.

[@anntalbot1071]

for a Beckett model AF15 seris oil burner I asked for electrodes for this burner when they came they were 1/4 " longer to set the right distances tolerances they are too long how to get the right part . the parts store says I have the right part what to do the furnace was purchased new 13 years ago

[@Taras-Nabad]

Good video

[@biglyon123]

Very nice video ....

[@tribulation138]

What if i buy a different size nozzle that sprays less oil? Will that save me money?

[@daviddurham4875]

tribulation13

[@forfrigsakes3330]

Not necessarily, could cost you more money, you want the proper size nozzle for your house/furnace, a smaller nozzle will just make the furnace run longer and if not set up or rated for your furnace will just soot it up and make a mess and possibly ice up and destroy your chimney. Best way to save on fuel is to have your furnace cleaned and maintained annually by a qualified technician with proper analyzing tools.

[@mrdanforth3744]

If you use a smaller nozzle you must adjust the air for proper combustion. The result will be that the furnace must run longer to produce the same amount of heat. And if you get really cold weather it may not be able to keep up. The whole furnace system must be sized and adjusted to suit your needs. A smaller nozzle won't necessarily save anything if you have to burn the same amount of oil for the same amount of heat. It will just take longer to warm the house.

[@wiley0714]

You want to save money don't buy a smaller nozzle buy a nice throw blanket

[@captaincaptain3287]

I have an AFII 85. The fan motor doesn't want to shut down after the burner stops. I have a Texas Instruments fan control switch 1NT21L-2616 but I can't find any info on how to adjust it. Can you help me?

[@stevenfreeman6852]

my fan motor also runs for awhile after the burner shuts down. i have found this is normal. is is not adjustable. it is set at 140 degrees, and 170 degrees

[@captaincaptain3287]

My fan would run long after the burner stopped and push cold air out of the vents. Turns out, I had to replace the circuit board. One of the relays was bad. Now the fan shuts off after about 2 minutes. I thank you for your reply Steve.

[@ctbt1832]

Good video but I wish he showed when he set the electros in front of the nozzle. he cut that part out

[@myhealthtoo]

My furnace turns off by itself and sounds like rumble sometimes then light goes on then I have to reset and turns back on. I have the temp set to 62 because its vacant right now

[@AndrewAttard78]

I have the same problem. I'm assuming it's because it's dirty. Do you remember how you fixed it?

[@johnpicarojr.4618]

cad cell replacement is needed

[@johnpicarojr.4618]

cad cell replacement is needed.

[@keaters123]

Wen was your furnace serviced? Change the oil filter , nozzle. It's failing to ignite , if your nozzle and filter are good and it's still failing to ignite, it could be your ignition transformer.

[@jeffreyjohn2037]

@@johnpicarojr.4618 wrong. Call a technician

[@lansingdelee5553]

Miller oil furnace won't ignite getting fuel can ignite manually then runs OK once it reaches the thermostat setting shuts off OK but when it starts back up loads with fuel but won't ignite. what's the problem?

[@smsmetal]

SIMPLE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!BASICS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! REALITY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THX !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@charlessanders1342]

have Fire lake horizon oil furnace. electrodes are 1/2 9/16 apart...won't light unless you turn air pressure down to 5 psi from 12-13 psi.no adjustment for electrodes.

[@freddyboombatz]

Has anyone ever told you that you look like Chris Smither? He is a singer songwriter, you look like him.

[@palangnar3588]

Hi, thank you for this video, i have a question, my burner is a old Beckett series A,AF model burner, i have been using 1.10/80W nozzle, i just wonder if it is right one, also on the burner does it say the what nozzle size to use ?!

[@jeffreyjohn2037]

You shouldn't tinker with an oil burner. Call a professional.

[@palangnar3588]

@@jeffreyjohn2037 No way , i have been service it for 20 years man, i actually know better then some of service men just come to get your money.

[@jeffreyjohn2037]

@@palangnar3588 what is the safety timing for your control?

[@littlespressurewashing]

Great video #littlespressurewashingservice

[@normanmitchell1631]

When and why did they change the height of the electrode from the tip c/l from 7/16 to 5/16?

[@AmericanFarmerHVAC2024]

Smoother lightoffs, works better in colder situations when the oil is thicker in viscosity.

[@bluelinebigfoot]

Graçias!

[@rondoschiavoni8840]

might be a stupid question however Ill ask you anyway, once a oil burner fires up, does the transformer continue making the arc spark in front of the nozzle or not?

[@Lecon60]

+Rondo Schiavoni Your transformer should shut down. If it does not the flame sensor is not working. (Its the electric eye attached to the transformer)

[@rondoschiavoni8840]

IN OTHER WORDs THE TRANSFORMER IS NOT needed TO KEEP THE FLAME BURNING UNTIL THE WALL THERMOSTAT in your home TELLS IT TO SHUT OFF?

[@bigpardner]

+lecon chuitt What keeps the flame going then, once the flame is established as long as oil spray keeps coming the flame is maintained?

[@rondoschiavoni8840]

so the bottom line is after the transformer electrodes spark the flame to get it started , then the cad cell sees the flame and shuts off the transformer and it the flame stays burning by the pressure and atomized spray until the oil pump shuts down then the flame stops,is this correct?

[@bigpardner]

Rondo Schiavoni Like you, I'm not so sure. No straight answer yet. I'll have to read up on it.

[@rizabalanca2788]

That's what I'm talking about thank

[@beewm4225]

The tips on mine are not pointed but squared off and blunt. How do I measure the gap in this case??

[@LibertyDIY]

You can try to adjust them to spec and you might be able to get them close enough, or you can get new electrodes for ~$15

[@oakvue45]

The electrodes should be squared off just like they come from the factory....Measuring gap is edge to edge and height above the center of nozzle is to edge of electrodes

[@rodgraff1782]

You didn’t use the electrode gauge correctly when you set the 1/2 inch above the nozzle at 4:24. The center mark on the gauge lines up with the center of the nozzle. You used one of the outer lines on the center of the nozzle. The gauge also shows the distance ahead when you use the gauge, so you don’t need a separate ruler. If you look at your video at 4:24 you can read the gauge. The electrodes always line up on the + marks which show the proper position of the electrodes.

[@sandroyarlequeponce2754]

excelente

[@CL-ty6wp]

I like the mariocart music lol

[@darrealemerick8685]

I found a way to test if you got them right use a stun gun works real well.

[@lorraineoliver6451]

thank-you.

[@TerriInBC]

Thank you

[@WarLordPsycko]

wondering if you can help me out , i would like to add a hour meter to see how much oil fuel im using , is there a setup you can show us? im using a beckett burner with a .75 80A nozzle and want to keep track of my usage and not spend a lot of cash doing so , thnaks