The Dangers of Third-Party Parts for Your Lanair Waste Oil Heater

Risk #1: Warranty Voidance

All Lanair waste oil heaters come with generous warranty coverage. Important components like heat exchangers and combustion chambers can be protected for up to 10 years, and other parts carry multi-year coverage.

However, if you use any parts other than those supplied by Lanair, your warranty will become void. And with a voided warranty you will lose all manufacturer protection for the affected component, and sometimes for the entire unit. That means:

• No free repairs for defects that would otherwise have been covered.
• Full replacement costs for failed components, which can run into the thousands.
• Potential service refusal from authorized technicians until OEM parts are restored.

If you don’t know whether a part is Lanair-approved, check your heater’s manual or contact us directly before making a purchase.

Risk #2: Safety Hazards

Lanair parts are engineered to meet UL, EPA, and strict safety standards. The use of inferior or incompatible parts like those from third-party sellers is a great way to jeopardize that level of safety and put yourself at a physical risk. The potential dangers include:

• Fuel leaks from poor seals or mismatched fittings that create an immediate fire and explosion risk.
• Toxic fumes from incomplete combustion, which can damage your lungs or even lead to poisoning.
• Overheating and missing safety shutoffs that cause equipment to catastrophically fail.
• Uncontrolled flames or sparks that can ignite nearby materials and cause injury.

Every genuine Lanair part works with our built-in safety systems like flame sensors and pressure controls. Substituting them with third-party parts breaks that chain of protection. Combine that with improper installation or skipped maintenance, and you’re looking at a direct threat to your personal safety.

Always buy parts directly from Lanair to ensure your operation is as safe as can be. The risk to you and your employees is too great to take.

Risk #3: Equipment Damage or Breakage

Lanair parts are made to work with the system exactly as it was designed. Start swapping in off-brand parts and things will no longer line up the way they should. You're introducing unknowns that could:

• Fit poorly and cause vibration or knock things out of alignment.
• Reduce fuel efficiency and put more strain on components.
• Increase soot and carbon buildup in the system.
• Wear out parts faster and cost you more in repairs.

Purchasing genuine Lanair parts also opens the door to helpful resources like product manuals and instructional videos, and lifetime phone support for troubleshooting—things that are specific to Lanair parts and something third-party sellers cannot provide.

Real Consequences & Real Savings

Lanair customers who stick to our genuine parts and recommended maintenance have reported major savings, in one case saving over $25,000 in heating costs over seven years.

By contrast, losing your warranty or dealing with a major breakdown from an unapproved part can lead to thousands in out-of-pocket expenses, not to mention downtime. The math lays it out clearly: purchasing parts directly from Lanair costs less in the long run.

Best Practices: Stick With Genuine Lanair Parts

The short-term savings from third-party parts just don’t outweigh the risks, from voided warranties to safety hazards and expensive repairs. Don’t gamble with your heater; use parts made for your system.

• Use the Lanair Part Finder to identify exactly what you need.
• Take advantage of Lanair’s manuals, technical support, and service packages for a heater that is in perfect shape.
• Register your warranty within 10 days of purchase to ensure your coverage is active.

Protect your investment, your warranty, and your safety by using genuine Lanair parts. We’re here to help you get the most from your Lanair heater. If you have any questions about replacements or maintenance, please contact us and take advantage of the resources available.

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