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Pressure reducer/regulator for plastic water line? Good evening, Wondering if i could get a little guidance, I have a 3/8 plastic line running from a softener to a coffee machine (because laziness), however the line pressure seems to be maybe 2.5 bar. The manufacturer state the max line...
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Pressure test query? Hi all I’m having to fit a Stuart Turner pump to an install that will be fed from a tank. However, I’d like to get the install tested including the pump if possible but without it connected to the break tank, as that isn’t available at the moment. Would I have to bypass...
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So... Does anyone know what this is?? As I said, any ideas what this is for? It was in line with an outside bib tap. Continue reading...
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Potterton Promax 15 HE Been called out to an issue with a Potterton Promax 15 HE. Boiler fires up and runs for 30 seconds, no heat leaves the boiler, then you get loads of clunking which sounds like air/crap. Then flow and return get red hot and it cuts out. Have disconnected flow and returns...
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Best flush cones for low level cistern connections? Any recommendations other than the usual clear ones that seem too rigid most times? I’ve tried the white rubber ones as well but sometimes they don’t allow the pipe to insert fully. Continue reading...
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Basin taps trickle... Can anyone advise? The problem is - we have a cold water and hot water tap (two separate ones) in a downstairs bathroom - these are basin taps with a 'bell' like housing. Sometimes, when turning the taps on the water flow is very restricted - ie a trickle - other times they...
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Replacement Diverter valve for obsolete tap Hi, I have a Bristan Matrix Bath Shower Mixer Tap, the diverter valve has been temperamental for some time and has finally failed with a split rubber washer. The tap is obsolete and spares are no longer available. (I have contacted Bristan.) The bath...
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customer wants boiler in unheated storeroom unheated storeroom, with louvre doors open to outside due to ventilation system installed in same room warned them about risk of freezing - boiler will only be used a couple of days a week. i know it will have a frost-stat, but that would not protect...
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Seized Filling Loop Tap Hi, any ideas on how I can get this seized tap to turn? I can get it replaced in a couple of weeks but I need to fill the boiler as the pressure is on the low side. Any ideas what size they are so I can have it ready for the plumber when he comes? Continue reading...
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Non-return rat flap/blocker at drain exit Hi folks! I have a question re rat flaps / blockers - can they be mounted on the exit side of a pipe? We have a rat problem and think they are coming into the house via the sewage system. We live in a semi-detached property and the rat people have fitted...
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Water appearing in washing machine when run kitchen taps Hi there! When I run hot or cold kitchen tap, clean transparent water slowly appears in washing machine - this water smells - have to scoop it out! Not sure if issue is installation - washing machine is sited not far from sink (live in...
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Texture metal lined pipe? Hi guys Any of you use the above pipe at all? If so, do you use only tectite fittings or any other manufacturers? Continue reading...
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An Boiler be left on with water tuned off? I have a Worcester Greenstar boiler and would prefer to turn off the water supply to the house during 2-week absence. Is it safe to do this? Advice appreciated. Continue reading...
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Rusted screw removal tool?? Hi guys any advice on removing rusted screws on toilet pans?? Had 3 today and ended up braking one pan. No wiggle room at all. Continue reading...
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Concealed cistern o/flowing any tips what make is it. Pics encl Continue reading...
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Mixer Tap Cartridge change advise. Hi Our kitchen mixer tap is leaking around the bottom. Unsure where the leak is coming from but suspect/hope a new cartridge will fix it. I am not a confident DIY guy, our mains pressure is really high and so plumbing makes me nervous 😂 but I feel like this...
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What plumbing tape is recommended for a copper waste water pipe Hi there, We have a leaking waste water pipe which our washing machine, boiler and dishwasher feed into. We are working on getting a plumber in to fix but it is taking a while because access is awkward. In the meantime, we're...
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The Wheel Winner this week, a Plumber in Norfolk, Livvi Congratulations to The Wheel Plumber, Livvi - Won 90,000 for her Football Team, and a holiday and stuff I think she said. Plumbing Lecturer AND Plumber still in and around Norfolk. (Anybody know her?) Started plumbing at 16 and is now...
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Programmable digital cylinder stat I bought one of these: and I am using it to control the temperature of my hot tub, and it works great. Does anyone know of a device like this that does not use plugs but rather can be wired in? I am looking for something to control my cylinder, that can be...
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