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best thermostat for steam heat?

BillW@honeywell
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  • paul_49
    paul_49 Member Posts: 1
    steam heat q's

    1. what is the best thermostat for steam heat?
    2. why does the system "bang"
    3. if i replace the steam heat system and switch to hot water can i keep the existing radiators?

  • JohnNY
    JohnNY Member Posts: 3,291
    answers

    1. Honeywell T87 or similar.


    2. Steam meeting water in piping. Why? Too many possible causes to list here.


    3. Probably.

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  • Richard D.
    Richard D. Member Posts: 32
    T stat

    I agree with John and on #3 maybe.. Are they 2 pipes rads???also they may be steam tight but not water tight..And the noise Hammering in pipes is water meeting the Steam and as stated several other possibilites.. Look into Dans Steam books Great info..Rich
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