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Hey just directed here by a gentleman who sold me a locker on kiji, looks like a great place to find some information. So I have a keg system that I bought a few years ago that leaked out all my co2 on me. Other then that I'm pretty new at brewing. Ive yet to brew with grains. Which is my next plan after I fix my co2 leak.
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Yeah! Hes a good guy
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CO2 leaks can be a real pain, can cost you significant cash if you leak out several tanks. If you are systematic about it, however, you can find the culprit. Try pressurizing your regulator and tubing and quick disconnects (if you don't have a shutoff valve). Open the tank for a second, and then close it. The regulator will pressurize. Take note of the pressure, and let it sit for an hour or four or overnight. The pressure should not decrease in that time, if the system is at the same temp, and not hooked up to a keg. If that's good, you can then add in more variables: a keg, a tap, etc.
Soapy water or Starsan in a spray bottle is an option to track down leaks: spray down everything, and see if you get bubbles growing on tubing or regulator or tank stem/valve.
CO2 leaks can be a real pain, can cost you significant cash if you leak out several tanks. If you are systematic about it, however, you can find the culprit. Try pressurizing your regulator and tubing and quick disconnects (if you don't have a shutoff valve). Open the tank for a second, and then close it. The regulator will pressurize. Take note of the pressure, and let it sit for an hour or four or overnight. The pressure should not decrease in that time, if the system is at the same temp, and not hooked up to a keg. If that's good, you can then add in more variables: a keg, a tap, etc.
Soapy water or Starsan in a spray bottle is an option to track down leaks: spray down everything, and see if you get bubbles growing on tubing or regulator or tank stem/valve.
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Yeah that sounds like a great place to start. I'll have to go get my bottle filled up. Thanks!
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