Aga Servicing
As with many
domestic appliances, an Aga requires routine servicing
and maintenance to ensure it continues to operate safely
and efficiently.
Gas-fired
Agas normally require an annual service.
An
oil-fired Aga should be serviced at six monthly
intervals.
Solid
fuel models require their
internal flue-ways to be cleaned monthly, with a six-
monthly sweeping of the connecting flue pipe. The main
chimney should be swept annually. Although some of these
operations may easily be performed by the owner, we would
also suggest that an Aga engineer carry out a periodic
full service.
Electric Models:
30 amp may be checked annually by a competent engineer for electrical safety
and operation.
13 amp models should be serviced at 5 year intervals.
When
arranging a service maintenance visit, your engineer will
require the Aga to be cool, so please ensure that it is
turned off the night before. A hot cooker cannot be
safely serviced.
During a
service some of the following actions will be carried
out, dependent on model and fuel type.
- Check operation of
all functional controls and components.
- Test safety devices.
- Confirm correct fuel
rates (oil) and gas pressures.
- Clean burners and
internal flue-ways.
- Inspect/Replace rope
seals and gaskets.
- Adjust operation of
insulating lids and doors.
- Verify level and if
necessary top up insulation.
- Visual safety check
of oil line and storage tank.
- Check for gas
soundness.
- Check integrity and
safety of electrical connections and insulation.
- Ensure flue system
and ventilation is correct.
- Clean circulation
and/or oven venting fans.
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