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Radiator flex pipes Discussion Thread

Could I pull these flex pipes up by cable tying them onto the back of the radiator (it’s a double rad) Just wondering if the heat against the cable ties would be ok. I’ve seen the cable clips you can get but not much room for them. Any help appreciated

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Draining radiator? Discussion Thread

I’ve got this radiator that I need to drain down & remove to clean out due to sludge. Can I drain it with that drain valve on the left because as you can see that it connects to the radiator but that pipe also runs along past the radiator on the right?


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What is causing water hammer in my flat? Discussion Thread

Hello

I wonder can anyone shed any light on what is becoming an annoying problem?

I had a new stopcock installed in my second floor flat a year ago. This was intended to stop water hammer which had been taking place. However, recently the water hammer has returned and from what I can tell it occurs when water is used in the flat below mine, and possibly in other flats as well. The noise is a banging or crunching...

 

Boiler Programmer Discussion Thread

I have a wall mounted thermostat which is connected to a 26 volt supply from my Glowworm 24ci boiler.
I would like to replace this thermostat with a programmer so i can time when the heating comes on and off.
Currently the heating is turned on/off using the thermostat.
Can the thermostat be replaced with a programmer that works off this 26 volt supply or is a mains supply required.
Any suggestions which programmer i should use.
Thank you

Boiler...

 

Issues With Nest Generation 3 Operating Boiler? Discussion Thread

I have a Google Nest Generation 3 Thermostat/Heatlink, Thermostat is in the hallway and operates non hard wired, Heatlink is upstairs in the airing cupboard. There is also a Mains Link fitted for the boiler over run.
I have an intermitant problem when the stat gets turned up it glows oranges like it is calling for heat but the boiler does not fire.
Also, when the boiler does fire it intermitantly will not shutdown when...

 

Apprenticeship Portfolio Discussion Thread

About to complete my plumbing and heating apprenticeship. Portfolio complete and signed by employer who has grandfather rights in plumbing but is gas safe registered. Tutor now informs me that my employer may not be qualified to sign off on my plumbing section of my portfolio.

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Riello rdb 1 brandnew retro fitted to a firebird 70-90 Discussion Thread

Fitted a new riello 1 rdb the noz zle that came with it was a .6 80 eh but no settings in the manual what it should be??
I got the CO2 at 11.6
Oil pressure 100
Any advice?

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How do I remove the front cover from a Vent Axia extractor fan Discussion Thread

The model number is not shown, but I have attached an image of the model. There are two small flexible plastic tabs underneath the fan. I have tried squeezing them together. They click but they don't release the front cover. I have tried pulling the lower edge away from the fan but am reluctant to try harder and cause damage.

How do I remove the front cover from a Vent Axia extractor fan for the...

 

Radiator valves question Discussion Thread

Hi guys, got supplied some corner valves but they have a rubber to go into the radiator inlet to create a seal.

Well I imagine that's the idea, fit hundreds of valves but always used Ptfe or Loctite. Never actually seen one like this.

Will the rubber do the job, or should I remove and fit as normal with Loctite?

Any advice be appreciated

Thanks

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Type of washer Discussion Thread

Hi Team,

I have a leaky radiator as it washer must of got damaged when it was fitted

Anyone know what this washer is called? And where I can find a pack?
It

Please respond if you know the answer to this question rather than alternative responses
Outer diameter 23mm
Inner diameter 20mm
Thanks in advance

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