Replace drain plug washers-my manual doesn't mention it

[mrrlyoung]

Our LX2610 has at least three drain plugs with I'm guessing copper crush washers. There is no mention of replacing them every time, which I what I tend to with a car. Am I asking for trouble if I anneal them and resuse them? I don't know what size they are at the moment, but by next time around I will, and will probably pick up some for future use. I can order some but may need to do a servicing before they arrive.

 

[Edke6bnl]

I would heat to red and aneal

 

[jaxs]

I must be lucky, I've replaced less than half dozen in my life and they were to replace washers either lost or 30 years old.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Those seals should not harden as you should not be putting that much force on them.