What kind of antifreeze can I use on my home water system?
Automotive antifreeze uses Ethylene Glycol which is not okay for home sewage systems. Propylene Glycol is used in Recreational Vehicles (RVs) and is okay to use in your home water system. This is typically advertised as RV Antifreeze.
What’s the difference between freeze proof and antifreeze spigot?
A freeze-proof spigot, also called an antifreeze spigot, employs the same design but with one important difference. It’s attached to a tube that can be up to 24 inches long, and the compression valve is at the supply end of the tube.
Can you use anti-freeze in a sewage system?
You don’t want to use the same anti-freeze that you use in your car. Automotive antifreeze uses Ethylene Glycol which is not okay for home sewage systems.
What’s the difference between anti freeze and coolant?
anti freeze is the same thing as coolant. Take a look at your merc shop manual for the exact type your engine needs. I have a Merc 3.7 (170) with the closed cooling system (and 4″ heat exchanger), which I winterized with Antifreeze last year. I am about ready to bring her out of hibernation.
What happens if you lose antifreeze with no apparent leak?
Losing Antifreeze With No Apparent Leak. Whenever a vehicle loses antifreeze, also known as coolant, the usual expectation leads the owner to check for evidence of leaks at all the coolant connections and components. Obvious coolant leaks can usually be found in the form of puddles left on the pavement.
What are the features of a radio sl300?
SL300 has been designed for easy, intuitive use. The Active View display uses a matrix of LEDs behind the radio housing to communicate radio information. The side volume control, dedicated power button, prominent push-to- talk button, and top toggle channel switch have all been designed for quick one-hand access.
What’s the service interval for an anti freeze inhibitor?
Anti-freeze inhibitor packages are classified as “conventional,” and “extended life.” The service interval for “conventional” typically is 2-3 years and/or about 24-40,000 miles. To date, extended life may be “moderately extend- ed” (3-4 years) or five years or more, and up to 150,000 miles.
What kind of coolant to use for anti freeze?
“Perfect together”: Mercedes-Benz anti-freeze coolant and distilled water in a 50-50 mixture in the cooling system. An aftermarket brand that meets the Mercedes-Benz specification and/or deionized water will give the same good protection.