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Zone Heating Issue

kpmarie91
kpmarie91 Member Posts: 2
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Hello!! I have recently moved into a new home and have no idea how to control my zone heating. I have my zone heating shut off right now because when I turn on the basement heating it will continue to heat until it reaches the temperature I have set on the thermostat however by doing this it also constantly heats my main floor as well. Is there a reason this is happening? Is there a way to have the basement heat turn on but not affect the rest of the house? 

Thank you so much! 

Comments

  • Alan (California Radiant) Forbes
    Alan (California Radiant) Forbes Member Posts: 4,243
    There's probably a zone valve or check valve that's stuck open. Do you know someone that can service your system? Where are you located?
    8.33 lbs./gal. x 60 min./hr. x 20°ΔT = 10,000 BTU's/hour

    Two btu per sq ft for degree difference for a slab
  • kpmarie91
    kpmarie91 Member Posts: 2
    Hi Alan,

    I was hoping it would be an easy fix that I could do myself. But I guess I'll have to get someone to come fix it. 

  • bburd
    bburd Member Posts: 1,095
    @op, Please post pictures of the boiler and piping, both overall view and close-ups of zone valves, circulators, flow-checks, etc. Then we will be better able to advise you.
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    Bburd

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