Do-it-yourself gas column cleaning

Any device that runs on natural gas should be inspected periodically for contamination and removed as necessary. Do-it-yourself gas column cleaning is quite feasible, but for this it is necessary to know some structural features of the apparatus. In this article, you will learn how to flush a radiator of a gas column, how and how to flush a gas column from scale, how to clean the heat exchanger of a gas column.

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How to find out that 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 form scale under the influence of high temperatures. It is the cause of the malfunction of the equipment.

But even if no problems are observed, the equipment must be cleaned regularly. There are also certain signs that indicate that it is time to clear the device of scale ahead of schedule. The following malfunctions testify to this:

1. The column does not turn on.
2. With the usual water pressure, the device does not turn on or only starts for a few seconds.
3. Heats the water slowly.
4. The equipment is operating intermittently. The scale formed on the walls of the heat exchanger prevents the water from heating to a predetermined temperature.
5. Weak pressure of water.

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How to clean the gas column?

To rinse a geyser from a scum with your own hands, you need to know that there must be a certain sequence. For each part and part of the entire apparatus, a specific tool is intended. You will need:

• “Silite” (Cilit);
• vinegar;
• lemon acid;
• soap.

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How to clean the water intake unit?

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

• a filter that is designed to protect the heat exchanger tubes from clogging with rust particles and hard sediment;
• membrane, which is responsible for the automatic supply of gas upon receipt of water.

Do it yourself step-by-step instructions for cleaning the water intake assembly with your own hands:

1. Remove the water intake assembly by unscrewing the screws and opening the housing.
2. Rinse the assembly filter in running water.
3. Check the membrane. It should be even and smooth. If it is curved, then it's time to replace it.
4. Reinstall the parts.
5. Close the device cover and tighten the screws.

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How to clean the gas column heat exchanger with your own hands?

To properly clean the heat exchanger yourself, follow these guidelines:

1. Shut off the water and gas supply.
2. Clean the water filter:
   • unscrew the nut holding the water filter and remove it;
   • Remove plaque on the wire using Cilit or similar household cleaning products.
3. Clean the heat exchanger:
   • at the inlet and outlet, unwind the pipes;
   • remove the device from the mount and turn it upside down;
   • pour 0.5 liter of vinegar into the 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 scale.
4. Install and connect the heat exchanger in place:
   • drain the cleaning agent;
   • put the device back in its place.
5. Turn on the column:
   • place a container for washable scale under the column;
   • open the tap and drain the water through the column until it becomes transparent.
6. Connect all remaining pipes:
   • replace existing gaskets;
   • Apply special grease to the connecting threads of the nuts.

Note: Citric acid can be used instead of vinegar. To do this, dilute 100 g of acid in 1 liter of warm water and fill the solution for 20 minutes.

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

Often the reason for the poor performance of the geyser is not only scale, but carbon deposits.

Why is carbon deposits formed:

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

Note: It is strictly forbidden to disassemble the gas part of the column with your own hands. This should be done by a specialist from the local gas service!

You can carry out only some processes yourself:

1. Clean the jets.
   • Clean them with a thin copper wire.
   • Sweep away all soot on the surfaces with a wire brush.
2. Check column for gas leaks:
   • Prepare a thick soapy solution.
   • Apply it to the connection points of the pipes and apparatus.
   • If there are bubbles - immediately call the gas service.

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

The performance of the column is affected by the contamination of the radiator. You can clean the radiator with a vacuum cleaner. This can be done quickly enough if you follow this scheme:

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

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

1. Use any fire source to check the condition of the chimney.
2. A column with good traction will extinguish the fire or pump it strongly.
3. With bad traction - nothing will happen. It is necessary to call the appropriate services.

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All these recommendations on how to clean the gas column with your own hands will probably come in handy. But we want to warn you: if you do not have sufficient skills for assembling and disassembling equipment, if your column is too old or has a complicated design, do not try to save! Call a professional craftsman who will do all the work properly. Otherwise, any mistake you make can lead to very sad consequences!