steam main repair

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Coolmen
Coolmen Posts: 24
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By flipping the tee is all I need to do to correct this main? is the other main ok in its location. Thanks in advance.

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  • mattmia2
    mattmia2 Posts: 18,399

    no. the mains should connect with 2 tees in between the connection to the equalizer then a section of horizontal pipe should head toward the equalizer. it should be threaded black iron both for less expansion and so that it can move independently of the boiler.

  • Coolmen
    Coolmen Posts: 24

    I will repipe in black iron with new tees .Thank you.

  • mattmia2
    mattmia2 Posts: 18,399

    get the manual for that boiler, it is detailed in there.

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