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yes it can in a pinch but its not good to for long. the new diesel fuel has no lubercation in it and it will ruin the pump..... i speak from experience.
To use it just dump a gallon of clean (no dirt or gravel) used motor oil along with 10-20 gallons of diesel fuel. It will keep the pump lubed and won't affect the furnace at all.
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Is it possible to use diesel fuel for home heating oil?
Yes, it is possible to use diesel fuel as a substitute for home heating oil. Diesel fuel is similar to heating oil and can be used in some heating systems. However, it is important to check with the manufacturer of your heating system to ensure compatibility and to follow any guidelines for using diesel fuel as a substitute.
Can diesel oil replace heating oil?
the difference between heating oil and diesel is a red dye, you can use diesel just fine
Can you use diesel for heating oil in your home?
Yes, diesel fuel can be used as a substitute for heating oil in some home heating systems, but it may not be recommended by manufacturers and could potentially void warranties. It is important to consult with a professional before using diesel fuel as a heating oil alternative.
How do you tell if it is diesel how does it smell?
Diesel fuel smells the same as home heating oil.
Difference between diesel and fuel oil?
Sulfer & water content....and if it's off road diesel fuel - the color. It won't cause problems to use diesel in a heating oil tank, but it will cause a whole lot of trouble if you use heating oil in a diesel tank
Can diesel fuel anti gel additive be used for heating oil?
Yes, home heating oil and diesel fuel are almost identical and can be used interchangeably. Home heating oil used in a diesel vehicle is subject to road tax and you can be fined if caught using it to avoid road tax.
Can I use diesel fuel to heat my house instead of 2 fuel oil?
u can use diesel fuel but why would you? heating oil has no tax and is so much cheaper than road fuel
Can fuel oil replace diesel fuel?
depends on the type of D-fuel, and the type of burner,most home heating oils are #2 most D-fuels have an additive, may smell to high heaven,
Can you use diesel fuel in your heating system?
You can use Diesel fuel inplace of your #2 heating oil it is the same, The only difference is there is a colord die in disel fuel showing that a road tax for the DOT has been paid.
Can diesel fuel replace fuel oil in your house?
Have used both on the samesystem with no negative effects.
Is there a difference between heating oil and diesel?
There are different grades of diesel fuel and heating oil but in general they have similar qualities including the flash point. The flash point is the temperature at which the fuel ignites on its own, without a spark. Diesel fuel used to only be available along truck routes. Before diesel fuel became easily available everywhere, people with diesel engine cars would use heating fuel, but would have to make sure it is clean, passing it through a filter to remove foreign particles.
Can diesel be used as heating oil in a residential heating system?
Yes, diesel can be used as heating oil in a residential heating system.
