Ice Removal for Microducts
Ice removal is typically used in microducts with an inner diameter of 3-20 mm. It enables ice melting when water (liquid or moisture from the air compressor) enters the duct at temperatures below 0°C. The liquid is poured into the microducts, and any excess on other surfaces can be wiped off with a cloth. To prevent spills, use a funnel, pipette, syringe, bottle cap, or similar tool.
Partially Blocked Ducts
If the microduct is not completely blocked and air can still pass through, proceed as follows:
- Add at least 500 ml of liquid at one end of the duct and, if necessary, force the liquid toward the ice blockage using air pressure. If possible, repeat this procedure from both ends.
- If there is a significant amount of ice, additional liquid may be required.
- Wait for the ice to melt, then blow out the liquid along with the melted ice.
- Use cleaning sponges to dry and clean the duct.
Completely Blocked Ducts
Fully blocked ducts filled with ice are generally difficult to clear. If this is the case, follow the same procedure as above but without using air pressure.
- Completely fill the blocked duct with the liquid and allow it to sit for at least 6 hours before attempting to blow out the melted ice.
- Blow out the liquid along with the melted ice.
- Use cleaning sponges to dry and clean the duct.
