How to Set a Boiler Timer
Read our simple tips on how to set a boiler timer. Your boiler either has electronic or mechanical controls that will allow you to set the timer. Your boiler’s timer is an essential tool that will help in your energy saving efforts. Setting the timer will turn the boiler on and off automatically. And although different brands and models of boilers vary, they work basically the same and setting the timers will usually be the same procedure. We have some tips below on how to set a boiler timer. How to Set a Boiler Timer If it is your first time and you don’t know how to set a boiler timer, you may find our tips useful. Find your control panel. Most modern boiler models have digital control panels. These are easy to set. However, older models use a more complicated type of mechanical timer control panel. Different boiler brands usually vary in the type of control panel that they use. These work only slightly different from each other, and with a bit of time, one will learn how to work on the control panel to set the timer. Read the manual. Because control panels work differently, it is always best to read the user manual first. Doing so will make it easier for you to find out how the control panel works to set the boiler timer correctly. This can save you a lot of time, and avoid possible errors. If you don’t have the manual, you can look it up online. Most brand have PDF versions of their manuals up on their websites or forums. Set the clock....Boiler Explosion
Have you ever heard of boiler explosion? Find out if you are at risk What is boiler explosion? A boiler explosion is the sudden, total and unrecoverable failure of a boiler. There are mainly two types of explosion of boilers. The first type is the failure if the parts of the steam and water sides. This type of explosion can be caused by many factors such as corrosion, low water level or failure of the safety valve. The second type is explosion of air or fuel in the boiler or furnace. This type is commonly called firebox explosion. This is more common in oil- or gas- fired boilers and can be hazardous. What causes boiler explosions? There are generally three things that can cause an explosion in your boiler system: weak shell or other boiler parts over pressure over heating Explosions most often happen because a part or parts of the boiler is too weak to take the pressure from the boiler. On the other hand, firebox explosions usually happen after an extinction of flames from the burner. Over time, fuel such as natural gas, oil fumes, propane or coal can build up in the combustion chamber. These fuels will volatize quickly due to the high temperature in the vessel. After a burner flameout or the extinction of flames, the fuels will become a source of ignition, causing an explosion of the vapors. What happens if a boiler explodes? Fuel explosions can cause damage to the boiler tubes and interior shells, and can trigger failure of the structure, leaks, a secondary shell failure or steam explosion. A...Boiler Corrosion
Learn more about boiler corrosion and how to better take care of your heating system. What is Boiler Corrosion? Corrosion, simply put, is a metal’s reversion to its ore form. For example, when iron corrodes, it reverts to iron oxide. Boiler corrosion is a phenomenon that costs the industry billions of money in revenues. Also known as stress corrosion cracking, caustic cracking or caustic embrittlement, it is the active destruction of sound boiler metal by the pitting action of dissolved oxygen in the boiler water. This creates deep holes in the metal resulting to reduced reliability. What causes corrosion? Corrosion usually occurs when the alkaline level in the water is low or if the metal is exposed to oxygen bearing water. High temperatures and stresses in the metal will also accelerate the corrosion process. Corrosion is commonly cause by the following factors: dissolved gases such as oxygen and carbon dioxide under-deposit attack low pH attack of areas weakened by mechanical stress What are the types of corrosion? There are several different types of corrosion: Galvanic corrosion Caustic corrosion Acidic corrosion Hydrogen embrittlement Oxygen attack Carbon dioxide attack How do you stop and prevent boiler corrosion? The procedures in preventing and / or stopping boiler corrosion will vary. This will depend on the type of corrosion present, as well as the specific vulnerabilities of the boiler tube. Generally, the best way to prevent and stop corrosion is through proper maintenance, control and monitoring of your boiler. Ensure that you schedule your boiler service annually so that a gas safe registered engineer can inspect your boiler and ensure it...Gas Safety Tips
Learn a few gas safety tips for using and maintaining your home appliances. We all rely on our gas appliances to perform everyday chores – cook, do the dishes, do the laundry, etc – and to keep us warm. While gas appliances are very useful, improper installation, maintenance and use can cause serious safety and health threats to you and your family. Gas Safety Tips Here are some gas safety tips for your home: General Safety Tips: Natural gas leak smells like rotten eggs. If you suddenly smell gas, exit your home immediately and call your local fire department from a neighbor’s home or your mobile. Fuel- burning appliances and equipment require adequate ventilation and must be vented outdoors. Make sure not to block the appliances with piles of boxes, other furniture, walls, curtains, etc that can interfere with proper airflow from the appliance. Keep kids away from gas appliances. Never use gas appliances (such as your gas dryer or power washer) to heat the home. Use your home appliances only for their intended functions. Use a qualified contractor and a gas safe registered engineer to do any work on your gas appliances. Schedule your boiler service and maintenance check on your other gas appliances annually. Install a carbon monoxide detector. Make sure the device is installed correctly, tested regularly and maintained properly. Do not store combustibles such as mops or paper near your gas appliances. Do not use and store flammable products near your gas appliances. Educate your family, or anyone living in your home, about emergency procedures. Ensure that everyone knows what emergency number(s) to...Buying a Carbon Monoxide Detector
Are you planning on buying a carbon monoxide detector? We have some tips to make that easier for you. Carbon Monoxide Detector Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that can be very poisonous. CO is produced by some home and commercial gas appliances, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning, gas ranges and power washers, that are not properly installed and maintained. A carbon monoxide detector can be installed in your home to detect the presence of CO in your home. Take note that a smoke detector installed in your home will only detect smoke from flames or fire, where as a smoke detector will warn you if there is CO coming from malfunctioning gas-burning appliances. Buying a Carbon Monoxide Detector Buying a carbon monoxide detector can save your life, and your family’s. Here are some tips if you are planning to get one. Carbon monoxide detectors vary in features. Here’s what you should look for: Audio alarm. Choose a detector that features an alarm. Most certified CO detectors have a horn with at least 85 decibels. This can be heard within 10 feet. Inter- connectivity. If you have a large home, it is best to buy several detectors. Interconnecting units have the ability to communicate with one another so that if one unit detects CO, it triggers all the units to sound an alarm. Lifespan sensor. Carbon monoxide detectors wear overtime. Choose one that has an “end of life” warning so that you know when to replace it. Some models also have a low battery alert feature. Warranty. Your CO detector can malfunction,...
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