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Bryan Kwater
Posted: Oct 24, 2013 08:57 AM
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Flushing hoses
We have a heated hose for a portable refill type system that we will be using for the first time soon. I have no idea when the next time we will need to use this system again, so I would like to flush the lines. I read a few older posts about flushing hoses. Mason suggested running diesel fluid through it, then using TCP or DOP on the A-side. Where is the best place to buy TCP or DOP? Should I leave the hoses full with the chemical during storage, or blow them out with air before capping them off.
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John Shockney
Posted: Oct 24, 2013 09:27 AM
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Diesel fuel is a cheap flushing solvent but it can contain water that will react with the ISO and could cause problems. Acetone is a better choice. Then you can fill the hose with DOP (pump lub) and leave it in the system until the next time you use it Airpro |
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Bryan Kwater
Posted: Oct 24, 2013 09:40 AM
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Thanks for the advice. |
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SPRAYFOAM GODDESS
Posted: Oct 27, 2013 04:47 PM
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I sell 5 gallon buckets of DOP, nearest location to you is Missouri though - look for Dioctyl Phlathalate (not sure on spelling). |
