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Oil Tank Filter Washer - Help!
martindow
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Hello
I've just taken the bowl oil filter apart on our oil tank as there was no oil supply to the boiler. Having cleaned the filter I've noticed that there is a cork washer on the bolt which I have damaged and it no longer seals. Can I use rubber or fibre washers as a temporary replacement for a few days? It's a bit difficult getting spares on Boxing Day! I assume that oil attacks rubber or cork would not be used. Will it be OK for a short while do you think. I can't take risks with this as we have a borehole water supply and would rather be cold than poisoned by oily water! Any help would be appreciated.
Best wishes
Martin
I've just taken the bowl oil filter apart on our oil tank as there was no oil supply to the boiler. Having cleaned the filter I've noticed that there is a cork washer on the bolt which I have damaged and it no longer seals. Can I use rubber or fibre washers as a temporary replacement for a few days? It's a bit difficult getting spares on Boxing Day! I assume that oil attacks rubber or cork would not be used. Will it be OK for a short while do you think. I can't take risks with this as we have a borehole water supply and would rather be cold than poisoned by oily water! Any help would be appreciated.
Best wishes
Martin
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martindow wrote:Hello
I've just taken the bowl oil filter apart on our oil tank as there was no oil supply to the boiler. Having cleaned the filter I've noticed that there is a cork washer on the bolt which I have damaged and it no longer seals. Can I use rubber or fibre washers as a temporary replacement for a few days? It's a bit difficult getting spares on Boxing Day! I assume that oil attacks rubber or cork would not be used. Will it be OK for a short while do you think. I can't take risks with this as we have a borehole water supply and would rather be cold than poisoned by oily water! Any help would be appreciated.
Best wishes
Martin
You are best to use the fibre washer (temp), if you have a very small leak, it will tend to expand and sealA thankyou is payment enough .0
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