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  1. bob the fiddler

    S-Plan redesign for ufh, buffer tank, dhw, heat pump /with solar

    I have looked at the S-PLAN wiring diagram (standard) for my new UFH/DHW system, but I don't think it offers me the best use of the new heat pumps resources, given i want to run the heat pump at low temp for a long time during sunlight hours only. Instead I came up with different control plan...
  2. D

    Expansion tank location open vented Maxipod

    I'm about to start the plumbing of my house and wanting to use a maxipod with a oil fired boiler and a log stove. But its a single story house. Can i have my expansion tank below the flow and return pipes located in the ceiling? I've did a basic drawing below to show the layout.
  3. S

    Drilling into copper HW tank.

    I'll be fitting a couple of Essex fl@anges to my HW tank soon. required hole is 38mm. I know these tanks are quite thin and can rip easily so what's the best way to drill them with a hole cutter?
  4. JonJonnyJonJon

    Advice on water feed to tank and rads (different temps)

    Hi Everyone, (not sure if my last post worked so apologies if this is a duplicate). I have an Ideal Boiler (vogue max system 18) and a MegaFlo Water tank. On the boiler I only have 1 dial to turn the water temp up or down (no separate dials for heating and water). On the water tank, I can...
  5. J

    Advice on water temp feeds to tank and rads.

    Hi Everyone, I'm looking for a little advice so I can try and save a bit of money this winter (especially considering the new prices!) I have an Ideal boiler (Vogue Max System 18) and a hot water tank (Heatrae Sadia Megaflo). On the boiler I only have 1 dial to turn the water temp up or down...
  6. S

    Essex flange fit to hot water tank.

  7. P

    Height differential required between an F&E tank and a cylinder?

    Trying to add a shower into a small bathroom, I'm looking at moving my hot water cylinder to the loft. Currently, I have a vented 200L cylinder (in the bathroom) with the principal source of heat being an Economy 7 setup, which gives adequate hot water for our needs. The cylinder also has an...
  8. O

    Flushometer toilet on residential pressure tank

    I'm installing a new well pump, pressure tank, and toilet in a "shed" (note: local code is 2015 UPC based, and shed is insulated & conditioned) For some specific reasons I need to install a wall-mounted toilet. A "typical" well-performing model with an in-wall tank runs > $1000. There are...
  9. R

    Airlock forming in water pipe from the overhead tank

    Hi folks, I have a problem with an airlock forming every time the overhead tank becomes empty. Even when I fill the overhead tank to the brim, the water in the household outlets comes at a very low speed. By experimenting, I found that there are two ways to fix the problem each time there is...
  10. R

    Overflow from Expansion tank Dripping

    I hope someone might explain to me why the overflow from the expansion tank drips in the morning for about an hour after the heating fires up, it then stops and does not drip again during the day. I have a fully pumped "Y" system as show on the accompanying drawing the dripping occurs on the...
  11. B

    installation of Boiler - Unvented tank

    As part of a rebuild (added 1st floor to bungalow and extended back) we have removed every piece of plumbing and electrics, during COVID In preparation for the complicated stuff, during the build we have ... Gledhill unvented tank (preplumbed) placed in 1st floor airing cupboard New...
  12. H

    A leaky immersion tank

    I have a gas boiler in the kitchen which heats the water to the upstairs immersion heater/tank. Last night, my girlfriend and I had a bath each, which in turn took up all the hot water from the tank and during the night, it started leaking (while in bed, I heard droplets of water, that seeped...
  13. T

    Heat leaking out of hot water tank?

    Hi everyone Would love some advice! We have a hot water cylinder which lost 14 degrees (48 to 34) in four hours, with no demand/usage. So I think the heat is escaping. The circulation pump (which you can see in the photo) is off, so could passive convection be the reason? The pump is always...
  14. R

    Cold water tank inlet problem

    Help. This is the second time the fibre washer on the ball valve inlet has split and flooded the house. It's a recent tank. First time tit happened I assumed the valve was defective and replaced it. But obviously not. I think the tank just has to much flex. The (plastic) backing plate seems...
    • Rob Beattie
    • Thread
    • cold tank water water tank
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Plumbing Advice
  15. B

    Hole in toilet tank for handle isn’t square or circle

    My tank is leaking from the handle hole I’ve been trying to find a handle to replace but the hole in the tank isn’t square or circle
  16. P

    Fortic tank is overflowing

    Fortic tank is overflowing,plumber replaced ballcock, no change. Came back and says immersion heater thermostat needs replacing? Water appears to be re-entering cold section via pipe from cold tank to hot cylinder, not through vent pipe. Water is warm in cold section. Any advice welcome
  17. C

    Roca In tank Meridian Toilet leaking into bowl

    Hello I've searched online and can't find the answer to this one. The toilet is a Roca 'In Tank Meridian' floor mounted one, which has been leaking for a while. A plumber from the water company came but wasn't able to fix as not a standard loo. Does anyone know if it is relatively easy to do...
    • cluelesswithplumbing
    • Thread
    • leaking tank toilet
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Boiler Advice Forum
  18. M

    Buffer Tank/Thermal Store addition to S Plan Plus & Unvented Cylinder?

    Hi sorry bit of an odd query here. With the increases in energy costs now and in the future we are trying to find any way to reduce our exposure (retired couple on fixed incomes). We are fortunate enough to have bought solar panels at the beginning of the year but as we head towards winter the...
  19. R

    Does this water tank look dangerous?

    We are tenants. A neighbour came to report an overflow pipe pouring out onto people. I was trying to stop it when I found the water tanks. The water tank has no lid and is covered in mould. I've turned the water off and have just turned it on to use the tap near the water inlet once or twice a...
  20. B

    Removing toilet tank from bowl (can't access bolts)

    Hi. Would be really grateful for some help with this. I am trying to replace the fill unit in my toilet and the only way I can see that this would be possible would be if I could remove the tank from the bowl. However I can't seem to access the bolts to remove the tank. It seems to me that the...

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