Keg cleaning

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ScottK
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Keg cleaning

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How often is it recommended to replace keg o-rings? I seem to be doing it frequently, erring on the side of caution. Also, is it advisable to PBW new beverage line, or is sanitizing enough?
I have not yet begun to defile myself.
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I don't recall reading any recommended schedule for O-ring replacement. Generally, when I get a keg it gets new O-rings. Then it's as needed. I do like silicone for QD bodies and quad seal for the dip tubes.

New beverage line only gets Starsan before first use for me.
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Thanks John.
I have not yet begun to defile myself.
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Second on the quad seal for the dip tubes. It's a square profile oring.
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I have not changed mine in over 5 years. I have no leaks and no other problems.

I use keg lube on my seals and keep my kegs in a chest freezer almost all the time.
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