To eliminate this hazard, newer furnaces are equipped with a safety shut-off switch. When the filter access cover is removed, the switch is released, preventing operation of the furnace.

Tenova Pyromet announced today that Furnace MW#1 of the KCC GP1 project at its Gimcheon Plant in Seoul, Republic of Korea, has been operating successfully since switch-in ...

Because of the age of your furnace, however, you might also spring for a safety check each year. Before you sign up for a service contract, make sure you know exactly what you're getting.

Call 1-800-FURNACE or visit atlasbutler.com to learn more about the limited-time savings on furnace safety checks that will help prepare you for the winter season.

Technical Safety B.C. says anyone who thinks their furnace may be affected is urged to call a licensed contractor to test for the presence of elevated carbon monoxide levels.