Janitrol gas furnace

[jp.miller1165]

Looking at purchasing a home built in 1912. House has Janitrol gas furnace, thing looks like a relic by its design, but from what I can tell it is pretty clean. does anyone know how I can find out how old it really is and what their life expectancy is?

 

[csp]

The serial number tag should have the manufacture date stamped on it.

 

[deter]

I have a similar unit, it was installed in 1967. Runs like a champ still. The heat exchanger is the heart of the unit, so just make sure thats in good shape

 

[BD1]

if you go back to the house get a picture from the front inside with panels removed. Show wiring and gas valve. If the manual is laying there it will have a printing date on it too.

 

[jp.miller1165]

Thanks all, Haven't been back into house since but it looks like we maybe close to a deal so next trip in I'll utilize info.