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Adding a second riser to boiler

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Itmejvt
Itmejvt Member Posts: 4
in Strictly Steam
Hey all, I want to add a second riser to my Weil McClain boiler. The boiler has two punch out sections for risers. I believe this will lead to better steam quality. Is this a complicated fix? Thank you

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  • nicholas bonham-carter
    nicholas bonham-carter Member Posts: 8,576
    edited November 2019
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    That may be a project for summertime, depending on how easily the plug comes out of the block.
    It is a worthy improvement generally.
    Post some pictures of the present piping.
    Check the installation manual for the piping layout and instructions for your model.—NBC
    Hap_Hazzard
  • dopey27177
    dopey27177 Member Posts: 887
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    To add a second riser is not advisable. If you do not have problems and it ain't broke don.t fix it.

    The second riser will need a complete work up of the piping leaving the boiler. Lot of work and possibly money.

    Jake
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    by Jacob (Jake) Myron
  • JUGHNE
    JUGHNE Member Posts: 11,062
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    Pictures showing all existing piping from floor to ceiling will get some attention here.
  • ethicalpaul
    ethicalpaul Member Posts: 5,704
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    It's worth looking at the install manual for your boiler to see what the manufacturer recommends. Of course more can be better, but is there a specific issue you are trying to solve?
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