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by frankino
Fri Aug 19, 2011 4:27 am
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Alpha CD50 Condensing Combi Boiler - persistant leakage.
Replies: 2
Views: 9502

Alpha CD50 Condensing Combi Boiler - persistant leakage.

The above boiler was fitted in current property approx. 4 years ago when new - and I have recurring leakage problems regularly. It either 'dumps' directly under the boiler or/and projects water (with system presssure I assume) approx. 12" to 18" in front of the boiler soaking the carpet. J...
by frankino
Wed May 26, 2010 4:47 pm
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Flushing of a condensing gas central heating system
Replies: 2
Views: 3615

Flushing of a condensing gas central heating system

Is it a complex task to carry out the flushing and refill of a condensing gas central heating system with an inhibitor to prevent corrosion as I don't think there was any in the system in the first place?
The system is about 2. 1/2 years old. Make Alpha CD50.
by frankino
Tue Apr 06, 2010 4:00 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Gas central heating inhibitor loss.
Replies: 1
Views: 3369

Gas central heating inhibitor loss.

I have recently drained three radiators for temporary removal to paint the walls behind them. I have now replaced them and topped up system using fill up valves under boiler. What I am concerned about is the diulution of inhibitor, leading to pipe corrosion. I have got an Alpha CD50 wall mounted, fa...
by frankino
Thu Apr 01, 2010 7:55 pm
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Re-leak on central heating
Replies: 0
Views: 2882

Re-leak on central heating

Many thanks HTG Engineer !
by frankino
Wed Mar 31, 2010 2:49 am
Forum: Plumbing Forum
Topic: Gas central heating radiator leak
Replies: 1
Views: 3280

Gas central heating radiator leak

Decided to save money by painting room myself instead of calling in decorators. Drained radiator 1st time then refitted....horizontal fitting leaking : put thread tape on.....now got leak on vertical metal joint. I think I'm in big trouble as this is not interchangeble(I read in an article). Is ther...
by frankino
Fri Sep 04, 2009 1:36 pm
Forum: Fixing to Walls Issues and Problems Forum
Topic: Fixing standard size clock to wall
Replies: 1
Views: 3691

Fixing standard size clock to wall

Can someone tell me : What is the correct height to hang a wall clock?
Thanks in advance.
by frankino
Sat Jan 31, 2009 8:12 am
Forum: Carpentry and Joinery Forum
Topic: Board above window
Replies: 2
Views: 17736

Board above window

Can someone tell me what the wooden board above a window is called?.

It is normally used to fix curtain poles, curtain tracks to.

Are there standard sized?
by frankino
Sun Dec 30, 2007 7:59 pm
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Karndean flooring
Replies: 1
Views: 4686

Karndean flooring

I am about to have Karndean flooring fitted in bathrooms by installer.
Should the toilet bowl be lifted to allow fitting underneath, or is it normally just fitted around and sealed?
Thanks in advance.
by frankino
Fri Dec 14, 2007 3:11 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Which flooring??
Replies: 5
Views: 6722

Which flooring??

Dude DIY ,
Many thanks for your advice. Plumped for good quality laminate.Fitted next Tuesday.
by frankino
Mon Nov 26, 2007 2:26 am
Forum: Flooring and Floor Coverings Forum
Topic: Which flooring??
Replies: 5
Views: 6722

Which flooring??

Hi there, I am just about to move into a new house for the first time and would like to floor living room with a type of wood. Flat I lived in had laminate, but had beading which I think doesn't look as good as without, but then you've got to lift skirting boards. Can someone tell me which is the mo...
by frankino
Mon Jul 30, 2007 12:03 am
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Radiator valve Thermostat RAS-C2 Combi
Replies: 1
Views: 3709

Radiator valve Thermostat RAS-C2 Combi

Hi...Just about to sell flat....Alpha gas central heating system...abot 4 y.o. One radiator not heating up...believe it is outlet valve which has a needle type 'thing' that is sticking ...thing is how do I dismantle plastic cover etc to access needle valve....can u post pictures on here..if so how??...
by frankino
Mon May 07, 2007 2:05 am
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Gas central heating radiator not working.
Replies: 3
Views: 4426

Re: Gas central heating radiator not working.

[quote="dave p"]check both valves are open. if it has a trv fitted remove the head and gently tap (the pin often gets stuck)[/quote] Dave, many thanks for your response. Can you tell me , is the trv on the inlet or outlet of radiator ? And can you explain what you mean by "remove the ...
by frankino
Sun May 06, 2007 2:37 pm
Forum: Central Heating and Air conditioning and Ventilation Forum
Topic: Gas central heating radiator not working.
Replies: 3
Views: 4426

Gas central heating radiator not working.

I have a problem with my gas central heating. When the heating is on and radiators are turned up fully(to give out maximium heat), all the radiators are scolding hot with the exception of the bedroom heater which is cold. I can feel the heat on the inlet pipework , but the radiator is cold. Any idea...
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