Re-using old copper pipe

[DaveWaters]

Is there any harm in using 15mm copper pipe in the cold water drinking supply that had previously been used in the central heating system ?
I know the central heating system had used a Fernox type preservative.

 

[breezer]

let the tap run for a very long time

 

[doitall]

Would you fill the kettle with the toilet water, No, because it is contaminated.

 

[Agile]

I would use it in my own home but would clean it first with citric acid.

If it has lead soldered joints then it is potentially illegal but then most homes in the country are still supplied from lead pipes.

Tony

 

[Softus]

Is there any harm in using 15mm copper pipe in the cold water drinking supply that had previously been used in the central heating system ?

What possible reason would you have for taking the risk?

 

[megawatt]

Completely agree ... Buy new.