What maintnance does an old oil furnace need?

We moved into an old house (1940's) and it has an oil furnace. I don't know when the last time it was used. What type of oil does it use? Is it a safe way to heat a home? what type of routine maintnance will the landlord have to do in order to get it going? What maintnance does an old oil furnace need?
It uses fuel oil, which is kerosene. The oil is kept in a tank that is either above ground (usualy outside) or buried. Oil furnaces are perfectly safe when maintained properly. You should have it checked by a professional at the beginning of each heating season. The biggest danger is a leak in the heat exchanger unit or exhaust duct that can allow carbon dioxide to get into your house.





if it as old as it sounds it is probably not very efficient. See if your landlord will change it for a more efficient model.





Get a couple of CO detectors to put in the hallway and bedroom - they are good protection and are not expensive. Some municipalities give them away for free.What maintnance does an old oil furnace need?
kerosene, and oil are to different fuels,kerosene is more combustible,the oil burners either use a #2 oil or #6 oil,call a reliable company for a good maintenace