My new boiler heating element arrived yesterday so decided today was the day. Got the case removed and this is what I saw. Toob video was most helpful but I had…
When I finally removed the second element I could see where they had used a high temp sealant instead of a gasket while the replacement element came with a…
The boiler cleaned up nicely with picking and steel wool.
I cleaned it up with steel wool.
The final clean element and gasket.
The replacement element after only two months of use. Not bad and the discoloration on the gasket is from the OEM sealant.
Finally, after sealing and securing the element bracket to the boiler, she has to sit for 24 to allow the sealant to cure before liquid can be added.
Persistence usually pays off and it did this time. Let the sealant set overnight then tested the machine. Pressurized, no leaks. Let it cool, put the rest of…
..I pulled this shot.
So far, the new gasket for the heating element seems to be holding as there are no leaks.
So far, the new gasket for the heating element seems to be holding as there are no leaks.
