The “Oilheat Technicians Manual” is a 356-page, spiral-bound edition with “how-to” and step-by-step instructions for basic oilheat training procedures.

The National Oilheat Research Alliance (NORA) has released a new and revised primary training manual for oilheat technicians.

The “Oilheat Technicians Manual” is a 356-page, spiral-bound edition that has been completely upgraded from the prior edition. The text is more concise, and there are more “how-to” and step-by-step instructions for basic oilheat training procedures. Its easy-to-read format uses color diagrams and photos throughout.

“This detailed manual covers topics required for basic oilheat training, NORA Silver certification, and is an ideal reference for all oilheat technicians, either those just entering the field or those that have some experience,” NORA says. Some of the subjects covered are:

• Pumps
• Controls
• Fuel quality
• Customer service
• Motors
• Draft/venting
• Oil burners
• Tanks/piping
• Electricity
• Tune-up procedures
• Nozzles
• Combustion

The manual can be ordered online at the NORA Store website, www.NORAstore.org, or by calling the NORA Fulfillment Center: 866-924-1100.

The cost for the manual is $47 plus shipping and handling, item No. NORAED-OTM.