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Re: shut off valves turn but don't work
I have the same convectors, a little aluminum foil and block off a portion of the fins. You can tweak it to your comfort level. Regularly turning those valves on and off is generally going to cause a problem somewhere along the way…
TwoTones
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Re: shut off valves turn but don't work
Danfoss does as well, which is the most common one installed in NYC.
https://www.supplyhouse.com/Danfoss-013G0140-Thermostatic-Rad-Valve-w-Vac-Breaker-1-Pipe-Steam-5551000-p
But it's always a callback because the installer fails to educate that it does not have a complete shut-off.
The lowest setting still allows some air to pass to maintain a minimum temperature. Nor does anyone ever read the manual.
https://www.supplyhouse.com/Danfoss-013G0140-Thermostatic-Rad-Valve-w-Vac-Breaker-1-Pipe-Steam-5551000-p
But it's always a callback because the installer fails to educate that it does not have a complete shut-off.
The lowest setting still allows some air to pass to maintain a minimum temperature. Nor does anyone ever read the manual.
dko
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Re: shut off valves turn but don't work
@DGutkin
The Honeywell company makes a thermostatic valve that may fix all of your problems?
Its called a one pipe steam thermostatic valve for one pipe steam.
Do a google search.
And I too believe that the washer or seat in your pictured valve has been modified as explained above, hence the wrench marks and the explanations from the person who has made those wrench marks.
The Honeywell company makes a thermostatic valve that may fix all of your problems?
Its called a one pipe steam thermostatic valve for one pipe steam.
Do a google search.
And I too believe that the washer or seat in your pictured valve has been modified as explained above, hence the wrench marks and the explanations from the person who has made those wrench marks.
Intplm.
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Re: shut off valves turn but don't work
Also, wrong valve for handle positioning
if in the future it is replaced it should be a convector valve with a nipple, not an angle radiator valve.
As for the nyc apartment temperature issues, it's very difficult to balance every tenant's personal preferences with some systems. I'll bet there's a tenant with similar temps as the OP, but is perfectly content. I have a lady from the Philippines in my office who yells at me when I turn off the heat. I'm burning up and sweating, but for her it was the perfect temperature.
if in the future it is replaced it should be a convector valve with a nipple, not an angle radiator valve.
As for the nyc apartment temperature issues, it's very difficult to balance every tenant's personal preferences with some systems. I'll bet there's a tenant with similar temps as the OP, but is perfectly content. I have a lady from the Philippines in my office who yells at me when I turn off the heat. I'm burning up and sweating, but for her it was the perfect temperature.
dko
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Re: Boiler replacement without cleaning system
Adequate initial flushing of the system (I'm assuming we're talking about hot water here, not steam) shouldn't take much longer than actually removing and installing a new boiler -- so do them both at once. If, on the other hand, this is steam we're looking at, no initial flushing of anything is really needed -- though it wouldn't hurt to flush the wet returns, if any. But that can be done later, as needed, assuming the installer puts in suitable valves and Ts.
Re: Heat is Off - Goodman MES80
That system is filthy!
the blower wheel is cacked in dust.
the blower wheel is cacked in dust.
It needs to be taken out and throughly cleaned.
pecmsg
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Re: Heat is Off - Goodman MES80
Are either of the limit switches manual reset, or one shot? Locate them -- should be in the manual -- and see.
Re: Heat is Off - Goodman MES80
The single wall smoke pipe is way too close to combustibles.
Re: New Radiant Flooring Complete Install - Need Pro Consultation
So the entire slab is supposed to be one zone, and the future loft would be the 2nd? Or you want the slab to be 2 zones (perhaps the office separate from the shop) with the loft being a 3rd? If the latter, how many loops are in each zone? That's what size manifolds you'll need. Typical manifolds do not exceed 12 loops so if it's all one zone you could do any combination that comes to 13 whether that's 6+7 or 5+8 or 4+9, etc. Frankly, more details are needed. I've got a little experience with that CTB-200 and you couldn't give me one for free, but it certainly could be used with the proper piping and possibly a buffer if you're splitting it into multiple zones. Most would utilize a propane boiler as a primary and if you're deadset on the WOB, tie it into the system as a secondary or vice versa. I'd be happy to discuss design options with you for a fee, but again, will need more details on the system and its desired usage.
GroundUp
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Re: Circulator pump very hot
The cost of a replacement cartridge may be as much or more than a complete new pump
Shop for a new 007, or comparable replacement
Shop for a new 007, or comparable replacement
hot_rod
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