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All-Purpose OWF Discussions => General Outdoor Furnace Discussion => Topic started by: mgw44 on June 30, 2011, 10:43:22 AM

Title: How to get the longest life out of a boiler system?
Post by: mgw44 on June 30, 2011, 10:43:22 AM

I am curious to learn about getting the most life out of my system.  It seems like the pex, heat exchangers, and other add-ons are reasonably long term and won't wear prematurely.

What is the risk to the boiler?  It seems like the main risk is corrosion.  So, how do you ensure the boiler does not corrode prematurely? 

To protect the water jacket is it as simple as making sure the water is full and at the correct PH?

For the fire box is it just making sure that the walls of the fire box are raked periodically?

Based on the warranties I've read the manufacturers will find a loop hole (consumer negligence) so that they won't have to replace the boiler due to corrosion.

What other concerns should I have to ensure I extend the life of a boiler?

Has anyone made mistakes that ruined their boiler or caused them to spend money on repairs that could have been prevented?  What is the lesson that should be learned from that mistake?

mgw44

Title: Re: How to get the longest life out of a boiler system?
Post by: muffin on July 05, 2011, 10:05:28 AM

These are excellent questions.  As I am about to buy one myself, I would love to hear some feedback on this too.

Title: Re: How to get the longest life out of a boiler system?
Post by: MattyNH on July 05, 2011, 06:52:01 PM

Stick to what the manual says...Just like a car manual.. You cant go wrong or void warranty If you follow it.. By the time that boiler warranty is up..Boiler system will be way more advance than your old one...