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08/30/2006, 06:08 PM
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filling tank with garden hose
I want to quickly fill my 180 to test for level. I was wondering if the cold water from my garden hose would be a problem? Anyone else use this method?
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08/30/2006, 06:13 PM
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ive done it before. not for settinng up the tank but for a leak test it should be fine. i doubt the water in your hose is anywhere near cold enough do do any harm. can it even get that cold without freezing first? hmmm...
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08/30/2006, 06:21 PM
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Garden hose worked great for me - 2 times so far.
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08/30/2006, 06:42 PM
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08/30/2006, 07:03 PM
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I have used that method a few times with no problems.
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