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5. Toilet blocked:<br />
• Low fl ush toilets may require multiple fl ushing<br />
• Use a plunger to force minor obstructions past <strong>the</strong> toilet trap<br />
• Run a clean out auger or ‘snake’ down <strong>the</strong> drainpipe to break up<br />
obstructions or to hook onto and pull out objects<br />
• Within <strong>the</strong> fi rst two months of occupancy, <strong>Minto</strong> will inspect a toilet blockage<br />
and you may contact <strong>Minto</strong> Master<strong>Care</strong> to have an inspector come to your<br />
home to check if <strong>the</strong> blockage may be <strong>the</strong> result of construction debris.<br />
Two months past closing date and beyond, you will have to call a plumber<br />
if you are unable to clear <strong>the</strong> blockage<br />
6. Room is cold:<br />
• Thoroughly clean or replace your furnace fi lter to allow proper airfl ow<br />
• Balance your heating system by adjusting air grills and dampers<br />
to direct airfl ow to colder rooms<br />
• Leave room doors open, particularly those without a cold air return vent<br />
• Ensure furniture and draperies are not covering heat registers<br />
7. Furnace not operating:<br />
• Check wall <strong>the</strong>rmostat to ensure setting is in “heat” mode<br />
• Ensure that <strong>the</strong> <strong>the</strong>rmostat is set higher than <strong>the</strong> current reading<br />
• Programmable <strong>the</strong>rmostats require batteries. Ensure that batteries are usable<br />
• Reset <strong>the</strong> furnace breaker in <strong>the</strong> electrical panel<br />
• Check that <strong>the</strong> furnace isolation switch, located at bottom of basement<br />
stairs or in mechanical room, is in <strong>the</strong> “on” position<br />
• Ensure that <strong>the</strong> exterior furnace exhaust/intake vents are free<br />
of obstructions including snow and ice<br />
8. Fireplace not working:<br />
• Make certain pilot light is on. Refer to <strong>the</strong> fi replace manual for instructions<br />
to re-light if it is not<br />
• Ensure <strong>the</strong> wall switch is on to activate <strong>the</strong> fl ame<br />
• Turn <strong>the</strong> dimmer knob located on wall to vary <strong>the</strong> fan speed. (Clockwise until<br />
you hear <strong>the</strong> CLICK)<br />
• Wait 15-20 minutes for fan to activate after dimmer switch is turned on<br />
9. Insects/rodents in or around your home:<br />
• Insects and rodents can invariably gain entry through an open door, window<br />
or vent, or moles may tunnel underground killing your grass<br />
• Treat with appropriate pesticide or contact a professional to eradicate<br />
• Check vents occasionally to remove bird nests
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