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converting steam to hot water
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Can a 2 pipe steam system be used for a hot water system?
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It depends.
This will help:
http://www.heatinghelp.com/article/11/Hot-Tech-Tips/152/Converting-from-steam-to-hot-water-heatRetired and loving it.0 -
I wouldn't do that
you're asking for trouble. Follow Dan's link for an in-depth discussion of the pitfalls. And since there's very little difference in efficiency if the steam system is in good condition, it makes more economic sense to fix the steam.All Steamed Up, Inc.
Towson, MD, USA
Steam, Vapor & Hot-Water Heating Specialists
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