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water washing

jaybee
jaybee Member Posts: 128
I have asked several people about this topic and i whould like to see what other think: Some say when u wash a boiler with water u run the risk of cracking the bolier.H ow could this be if u are using the water from the boiler itself or from hot water in the coil?

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  • dave connors
    dave connors Member Posts: 30


    I have washed hundreds of boilers and no cracks yet. I usually use tap water. You can damage a chamber or target wall. If the boiler doesnt have a chamber then it is the best way to get the cast clean.
  • Ken D.
    Ken D. Member Posts: 836
    Water washing

    Some years ago, I went to class with Weil-McLain. They recommended their boilers be washed. Get temp. to above 160, and squirt it down. Been doing it for years with no problems.I use a garden type pressure sprayer. I do not use too much water.
  • ScottMP
    ScottMP Member Posts: 5,883
    Washing Boilers

    I don't know about you guys but mine would be a bear to get into the tub !

    I had problems just getting the dog in the tub.

    Scott

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  • Ken D.
    Ken D. Member Posts: 836
    Washing

    I got a good laugh out of that one! But nah, Just take it into the driveway and use your garden hose.
  • Ken D.
    Ken D. Member Posts: 836
    Washing

    I got a good laugh out of that one! But nah, Just take it into the driveway and use your garden hose.
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