Cleaning the gas column with your own hands

Any device that operates on natural gas must be periodically inspected for contaminants and removed as needed. Cleaning the gas column with your own hands is quite possible, but for this you need to know some features of the structure of the device. In this article, you will learn how to rinse the radiator of a gas column, and how to rinse the gas column from the scale, as is the cleaning of the gas column heat exchanger.

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How do you know if it's time to clean the gas column?

The frequency of the column cleaning procedure depends on the hardness of the water you consume. Salts that are contained in such a liquid, under the influence of high temperatures form a scum. It is the cause of malfunction in the equipment.

But even if no malfunctions are observed, the equipment must be cleaned regularly. Also there are certain signs that say that it's time to clean the device of scale early. This is indicated by the following faults:

1. The speaker does not turn on.
2. With the usual water head, the machine does not turn on or starts only for a few seconds.
3. Slowly heats the water.
4. The operation of the equipment is intermittent. The scale formed on the walls of the heat exchanger does not allow the water to reach the set temperature.
5. Weak water pressure.

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Than to clean the gas column?

To rinse the gas column from scale with your own hands, you need to know that there must be a certain sequence. For each part and part of the whole apparatus, a certain means is intended. You will need:

• "Silit"( Cilit);
• vinegar;
• citric acid;
• soap.

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How to clean the water inlet?

There is a water intake unit at the entrance of the water supply system. Its design includes:

• filter, which is designed to protect the heat exchanger tubes from plugging in rust particles and hard sediment;
• membrane, which is responsible for the automatic supply of gas when water enters.

Step-by-step instruction for cleaning the water intake unit with your own hands:

1. Remove the water intake unit by unscrewing the screws and opening the housing.
2. In flowing water, rinse the filter assembly.
3. Check the diaphragm. It should be smooth and smooth. If it is twisted, then it's time to replace it.
4. Install the spare parts in place.
5. Close the cover and tighten the screws.

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How do I clean the gas exchanger with my own hands?

To properly clean the heat exchanger yourself, observe the following rules:

1. Shut off the water and gas supply.
2. Clean the water filter:
   • , unscrew the nut holding the water filter and remove it;
   • the layers of plaque on the mesh are removed with a cleaning agent "Silit"( Cilit) or similar household chemicals.
3. Clean the heat exchanger:
   • at the inlet and outlet unscrew the pipes;
   • remove the unit from the attachment and turn it upside down;
   • dial 0.5 liter of vinegar into a rubber bulb and pour it into the heat exchanger;
   • for a couple of hours leave the column in such a position that acetic acid dissolves all the scum.
4. Install and connect the heat exchanger in its place:
   • , drain the cleaner;
   • , place the unit in its original position.
5. Turn on the column:
   • under the column, place the container for the scum;
   • open the tap and drain the water through the column until it becomes transparent.
6. Connect all remaining pipes:
   • , replace the existing gaskets;
   • on the connecting threads of nuts, apply a special grease.

Note: You can use citric acid instead of vinegar. To do this, dilute 100 g of acid in 1 liter of warm water and pour the solution for 20 minutes.

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How to clean the gas column from the deposits with your own hands?

Often the cause of the poor operation of the gas column is not only the scum, but also the deposit.

Why the deposit is formed:

• clogged nozzle holes;
• leak in the connections of the gas supply pipe.

Note: Disassemble the gas part of the column with your own hands is strictly prohibited. This should be handled by a specialist from the local gas service!

You can perform only certain processes on your own:

1. Clean jets.
   • Clean them, using a thin copper wire.
   • Clean all the soot on the surfaces with a metal brush.
2. Check for gas leakage:
   • Prepare a thick soapy solution.
   • Apply it to the connecting points of pipes and apparatus.
   • If bubbles appear, call the gas service immediately.

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How and what to clean the radiator with your own hands?

The performance of the column is affected by the contamination of the radiator. You can vacuum the radiator. You can do this quickly enough if you follow this pattern:

1. Shut off the gas supply.
2. Remove the cover from the column.
3. Vacuum soot and dust.

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Checking the proper operation of the gas column with your own hands

Failures in the operation of the gas column can occur due to lack of traction, and this indicates problems in the operation of the chimney. Modern models of the speakers have built in special sensors - they immediately stop the gas supply. Other models can be checked in this way:

1. Check the condition of the chimney with any fire source.
2. The column with good draft will extinguish the fire or it will rock it hard.
3. With a bad draft - nothing will happen. You need to call the appropriate services.

All these recommendations on how to clean the gas column with your own hands, you will certainly be useful. But we want to warn you: if you do not have enough skills of assembly and disassembly of equipment, if your column is too old or has a complicated design, do not try to save! Call a professional master who will perform all the work properly. Otherwise - any of your mistakes can lead to very sad consequences!