I think I have a stream radiator. Definitely have a high pitched whistle problem!

Whistle_Help

Hey,



I just moved into an old apartment complex and discovered a very annoying high pitched whistle when the radiator is in operation. It is very old, had two pipes, I think it is steam, is completely painted over, and has no adjustable posts as far as I can tell. Is there anyway to stop this whistle? I have included some pictures.



Thank you!

JStar

Radiator

Well, at least there's a "trap" on it.



Is there also a lot of gurgling sounds?

SWEI

I could not tell from the photo

whether it was steam or hot water.  The top of that "trap" looks like it could be a shorn-off angle-pattern valve.

JStar

Rad

Looks like hot water from the pipe sizes. Although, it also looks modified, so who knows how it was originally installed?

Whistle_Help

Thanks

I have not noticed any gurgling. Just the whistle. The system was off earlier today and I had relief from it.



Is there anyway I can manually turn it off with the trap?

Whistle_Help

Actually,

There is a bit of a dripping type sound.

Whistle_Help

So

I think I might try to undue that top nut. Am I right in thinking that is the Lockshield cap? And underneath I will be able to turn it off?

JStar

Rad

I would be cautious. First, find out exactly what kind of system you have. If it's hot water, you'll make a huge mess trying to open any of the valves or piping.

Whistle_Help

Ok.

I might call someone to look at it then. The landlord just purchased the property and didn't seem like he wanted to do anything when I mentioned the noise.



Would I call an HVAC specialist?

JStar

Rad

Where are you located? We may know a boiler expert who can help.

Whistle_Help

I'm

I'm in Salt Lake City, UT.

nicholas bonham-carter

Take some pictures of the boiler

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