Boiler Maintenance Tips for the Rainy Season from Gitturami

Frequent Inspection of Vent Pipe and Connection Points
Contact Boiler Manufacturer in Case of Flooding

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Daeseop] Kiturami announced on the 24th that it will introduce 'Safe Boiler Management Methods During the Rainy Season' in accordance with the Korea Meteorological Administration's forecast that the full-scale rainy season is beginning.

One way to prevent boiler safety accidents that frequently occur during the rainy season with heavy rain accompanied by strong winds is to regularly inspect the boiler flue pipe and its connection points. Using the boiler when the flue pipe is detached or cracked can cause carbon monoxide to enter indoors, leading to safety accidents, so frequent inspections are necessary.

Inspection of the boiler flue pipe should begin after turning off the gas intermediate valve and unplugging the power cord, allowing the flue pipe to cool sufficiently. Check the exterior of the flue pipe for any dents or holes, and gently shake the connection points with gloved hands to see if the flue pipe is detached or loosely connected.

If damage or poor connection is found, you can contact the Korea Thermal Management Construction Association and the National Boiler Equipment Association, which consist of professional boiler installers, to receive appropriate measures.

Especially during lightning strikes, unplug the boiler power cord. Nowadays, boilers are used year-round for hot water and moisture removal, so many households keep the boiler power plug connected even during thunderstorms. Leaving the boiler power plug connected during lightning in the rainy season can cause damage to the internal circuit board of the boiler, so unplugging it is safer.

Also, if flooding occurs due to a typhoon, contact each boiler manufacturer for inspection and measures to ensure safe use.

A Kiturami official said, "To use the boiler safely for a long time, it is important to regularly maintain the boiler even during the rainy season," adding, "Especially, checking the boiler flue pipe is very important to protect the family's life from carbon monoxide poisoning accidents, so customers who find it difficult to perform safety inspections themselves should receive safety inspections from the boiler manufacturer."

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