Gas and Oil Home Heating Furnaces - Changing oil feed line

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papi
10-17-05, 07:17 PM
The oil feed line to my forced air furnace is under the basement floor.
I need to change it to above ground.The tank is in the basement ,line about 8 feet long.
Is this a DY proyect? If so what are the important points for a doityourselfer to consider.
Thanks a lot :)

Grady
10-17-05, 09:49 PM
This is certainly an DIY job. Some things to be aware of: Use flare connections only, NO COMPRESSION FITTINGS. Prepare the end of your tubing well before flaring. Do not use any kind of thread sealant on the flared fittings. It is a good idea to protect the line with those protectors they use over extension cords. This is especially important if the tubing is in any danger of being steped on or crushed by any means.
papi
10-17-05, 10:46 PM
Thanks a lot for response :)

Is the tubing and fittings available at the local Home Depot?

Is it copper? what size?

Should I bleed the air out of the line before conecting it to the burner?

Grady
10-18-05, 08:24 PM
The tubing (copper, type L or ACR) and fittings are available at any home center. As to size, I usually use 3/8" O.D. (1/4" I.D.) but some places require 1/2" O.D. (3/8" I.D.). I suggest you measure what you have & use the same size. All you should have to buy is tubing & flare nuts to fit.
papi
10-19-05, 01:08 PM
Existing is 3/8 OD i ll replace it with same
Thanks again :)
Ed Imeduc
10-19-05, 02:29 PM
Make sure you have the shut off and filter at the tank. Works out the best. Yes you can let some oil run in the line then hook it up. but you will still have to bleed it there at the pump after you turn the burner on.

ED ;)