Softened Water for Wood Boiler?

[Case1030]

Going to start filling my wood boiler today and also purchasing a gallon of water treatment that does 200 gallons for the boiler.

What type of water should I use?

I have lime/magnesium rich water that goes through my house water softener. I was told to use straight well water and the water treatment will take care of everything from there... is that true?

 

[Case1030]

Water harness around 30 grains per gallon.

 

[E Yoder]

I've heard the same, either is ok, but bypassing the softener is somewhat better. I don't know all the science behind it though.

 

[brenndatomu]

The boiler at work was installed in 1969 and has never had softened water...straight tap water with treatment only. It was retubed about 20 years ago...they said that was a waste of time/money.