can't lift the radiators

isa

we have clanging in our steam radiators. We tried to lift them to put a wedge underneath one end and rectify the slope (all our radiators are level), but they are too heavy. Is there a trick to this? And how do we get to the radiators that are recessed in the walls ?
Thanks .

Steamhead

If they're exactly level

they should be OK. It's only when they're pitched away from the condensate return (steam inlet on a one-pipe system) and water collects in them that you have problems.

If it's a one-pipe system, the shutoff valve at the steam inlet must always be fully open or closed. Leaving it partially closed will cause water to collect in the radiators, causing banging.

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Chris V

Radiators

Use a piece of pipe or a large pipe wrench under the end of radiator you want to lift. Lift the end of pipe up and place shims under legs.