On December 24, 2007 03:54:30 pm Carlos E. R. wrote: > The Monday 2007-12-24 at 12:11 -0500, James Knott wrote: > >>> If a plumber connects a hot water system wrong it can explode an > >>> destroy the computer downstairs as well as half the house. > >> > >> It seems that I'm missing something, but forgive me and let me now how > >> that can happen. > > > > Boilers requires a specific trade to install & service, because when > > water heats, it expands and releases steam, which cause a significant > > increase in pressure. A boiler that ruptures under pressure is > > comparable to a bomb. > > In my country, hot water systems do not boil the water. And there is a > relieve valve. >
Boilers are not used to heat water, they are used to generate steam, and can reach quite high pressures. -- Bob Smits [EMAIL PROTECTED] A: Because it messes up the order in which people normally read text. Q: Why is top-posting such a bad thing? A: Top-posting. Q: What is the most annoying thing on usenet and in e-mail? -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] For additional commands, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
