Frequently Asked Questions

Allanson is pleased to provide our oilheat service professionals with technical support to assist in various challenges you may encounter in the field. Products such as Chek-Mate & OMNI Ignitor combined with the technical expertise Allanson offers you are aimed at making your service calls Quick & Easy.

Do electronic ignitors cause the electrodes to wear down quicker?
Actually Allanson Ignitor’s symmetrical waveform ensures normal electrode wear with continuous power.

Is the screwdriver test the best possible test for ignitors and transformers? 
Chek-Mate will test Ignitors and transformers in a safe and easy way.

How does the Chek-Mate™ know the difference between old style transformers and ignitors?
The Chek-Mate™ determines if there is enough voltage to produce a sufficient spark to ignite the fuel oil.

What is the price on Chek-Mate™?
Chek-Mate is extremely affordable, contact your local wholesaler or dealer to obtain pricing.

How do I use Chek-Mate?
Chek-Mate’s touch test technology makes testing quick and easy.  Simply ensure you’ve turned off the burner, flip back the transformer, cover the cad cell eye, and jump out the operating controls/thermostat/aquastat.  Power on the burner and hold Chek-Mate™ so that the gold globes make contact with the high voltage terminals.