Check for 'Flue Pipe Damage' in Boilers During the Monsoon Season

Kiturami Introduces Boiler Inspection and Maintenance Tips for the Rainy Season

A Kiturami boiler inspector is checking the boiler flue during the rainy season.
[Photo by Kiturami]

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jong-hwa] Kiturami Co., Ltd. introduced 'boiler inspection and management methods' for user safety as the rainy season begins in earnest.

Kiturami emphasized that the most important thing to prevent boiler safety accidents during the rainy season is to inspect the boiler flue and connection parts.

During the rainy season, when strong winds and heavy rain continue for a long time, the flue parts exposed outside the building can be subjected to strong impacts. If the boiler connection parts become loose or cracked, carbon monoxide (CO) can leak through the gaps, leading to fatal accidents, which is dangerous.

To prevent such safety accidents, the gas intermediate valve connected to the boiler should be closed, and the boiler and flue should be inspected after they have sufficiently cooled down with the power plug unplugged. This is because burns or inhalation of exhaust gases may occur during the inspection process.

Visually check the flue exterior for any dents or holes, and gently shake the flue connection parts with gloved hands to see if the flue is loose or disconnected.

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

Kiturami also emphasized the need for special attention to boiler management during bad weather. In particular, on days with heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning, it is advisable to unplug the boiler power plug. This is because lightning strikes can damage the circuit board inside the boiler.

Also, if the boiler is submerged due to flooding, contact each boiler manufacturer such as the Kiturami Boiler Customer Service Center for inspection and measures before use. Operating the boiler after personal cleaning without expert help can pose safety risks.

Kiturami Boiler operates a dedicated call center and website AS reception service, as well as a 24-hour 'KakaoTalk AS reception service' so that consumers can receive after-sales service quickly even during the rainy season. This service can be used immediately by searching for Kiturami Boiler on KakaoTalk Plus Friend and adding it without any separate registration process.

A Kiturami official said, "Compared to winter, the frequency of boiler operation is lower in summer, so awareness of safety accidents tends to decrease," adding, "Since many households operate boilers in summer for moisture removal or hot water use, attention to boiler inspection and management is necessary to prevent safety accidents."

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