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Old 07-05-2025, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
The Trane website (trane.com) does not recommend using Dawn liquid in the condensate drain. They recommend using a mixture of water and vinegar to keep the drain clear.

Note that Carrier does not recommend using vinegar. They recommend using only warm water.
I think if you maintain your condensate drain by pouring hot water down it once a month or so, then you don't need to add any other chemicals since it will be basically clear of any algee or other growth. There will be nothing to "wash" away. But if you haven't maintained your drain and now decide to do it, then you probably want to flush it out with some soap or mild chemical to get it clean.

I'm surprised that no one has mentioned this device. Anyone using it? Once you by it for $99 then it's $44/year for the solution.

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Last edited by jrref; 07-05-2025 at 11:05 AM.