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Getbig Main Boards => General Topics => Topic started by: anabolichalo on December 26, 2012, 08:16:56 AM
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what to do about this?
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the green rubber band was wrapped around the twisting thing to open close
it was in close position
was like this from former owner
probably this thing has been burning for a while but I only noticed now
tried to turn it off
but noticed it was already in the off position (closed)
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Geez, you're on hot water radiators? Where do you live? If its your house, convert to central heat/air. If not, call your landlord and get him to correct it.
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Geez, you're on hot water radiators? Where do you live? If its your house, convert to central heat/air. If not, call your landlord and get him to correct it.
in an appartment i bought
it was cheap and pretty old
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Geez, you're on hot water radiators? Where do you live? If its your house, convert to central heat/air. If not, call your landlord and get him to correct it.
radiant heaters r one of the cleanest most efficient ways to heat a home. Maybe because u associate them with old houses u think they are out dated. Maybe outdated fashion wise for some but not outdated efficiency wise.
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Switch or valve is probably on regardless of what the knob is telling you. The knob could be broken and just turning with no effect.
Another thing could be that the valve is just leaking.
Trying to think who you could call for something like this.... maybe a local hvac company or as odd as it sounds , a plumbing company. Or you can try to mess Around with it yourself, but I'm sure you've already tried that.
P.s. radiators really are awesome for warming!
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in an appartment i bought
it was cheap and pretty old
Did you have an inspection done prior to closing?
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do some internet searches and post your results if you can figure it out, its always fascinating learning how things like this can be fixed , you can help others =good karma on you
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The plastic knob is probably reamed out and isn't grabbing the valve stem. I'd try to remove the plastic knob to expose the stem and see if you can operate the valve with pliers, vice grips, wrench, etc. Then you'll know if you need an entirely new valve or just a stem key.
Take care not to fuck up the stem by turning it with a loose fitting wrench and shearing off the corners. If it's fighting you, don't force it or you could create a much bigger problem.
Don't continue to force the plastic cap off to one side with shims in an effort to get purchase. This will stress the stem and packings and may cause a leak.
I think Diablo Blanco is a heating/plumbing guy so maybe you two can get together and talk about hairy ass cracks.
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in an appartment i bought m renting.
it is shitty and old.
fixed.
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radiant heaters r one of the cleanest most efficient ways to heat a home. Maybe because u associate them with old houses u think they are out dated. Maybe outdated fashion wise for some but not outdated efficiency wise.
they require a oil/fioul/fuel furnace to work most of the time in old buildings/houses...not effective at all especially considering the coming oil shortages/high prices. Nothing is cheaper than a modern efficient furnace that uses heating wood and / or electrical baseboard heating . Pulsed hot air when it works with electricity is average economically speaking (fan consumes a lot of electricity so do the diodes), when its oil again it s shitty; consume tons of energy to make that huge fan turn and oil is getting expensive. Also house/flat insulation /isolation are important and work hand in hand with heating system.; you have to have good quality windows and ventilation systems.
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they require a oil/fioul/fuel furnace to work most of the time in old buildings/houses...not effective at all especially considering the coming oil shortages/high prices. Nothing is cheaper than a modern efficient furnace that uses heating wood and / or electricity. Pulsed hot air when it works with electricity is average, when its oil it s shitty; consume tons of energy to make that huge fan turn. Also house/flat insulation /isolation are important and work hand in hand with heating system.; you have to have good quality windows and ventilation systems.
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Electric heat is the most inefficient by far. Natural Gas is the best in my opinion.
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Grandfather used to say that wood warms you twice.
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I have a gas pack unit. Shit rolls out heat, when I use it. Usually my shit is not on in winter, I love the cold.
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The plastic knob is probably reamed out and isn't grabbing the valve stem. I'd try to remove the plastic knob to expose the stem and see if you can operate the valve with pliers, vice grips, wrench, etc. Then you'll know if you need an entirely new valve or just a stem key.
Take care not to fuck up the stem by turning it with a loose fitting wrench and shearing off the corners. If it's fighting you, don't force it or you could create a much bigger problem.
Don't continue to force the plastic cap off to one side with shims in an effort to get purchase. This will stress the stem and packings and may cause a leak.
I think Diablo Blanco is a heating/plumbing guy so maybe you two can get together and talk about hairy ass cracks.
This
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My old (100 year old) house had those radiators... Just replace the knob/regulator, I ordered a bunch online at one time and replaced most of em..
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My old (100 year old) house had those radiators... Just replace the knob/regulator, I ordered a bunch online at one time and replaced most of em..
Shouldn't have posted your house, very unsafe on a public forum. I just zoomed in to the address and soon, you sir will be receiving an Edible Arrangement.
Merry Christmas.
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My old (100 year old) house had those radiators... Just replace the knob/regulator, I ordered a bunch online at one time and replaced most of em..
Epic dad's teeth grinding while staring into space solitary lawnchair.
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fixed.
if i was renting it i would not need to fix this problem by myself
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so i should start by removing the white plastic?
no risk i will flood the place with hot water?
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so i should start by removing the white plastic?
no risk i will flood the place with hot water?
1st would be just remove the green shims from under the white plastic cap, then turn the cap to close the valve. I'm guessing the cap will turn fairly easily without having any effect on the valve's operation. If that's the case you can then remove the cap to expose the stem and test the valve's operation with vice grips.
If the cap is really loose it might pull off quite easily. You won't get any water coming out because the cap is only there to turn the stem and doesn't act as any kind of seal. As far as I know. Lol.
If I guessed right you're going to end up having to rig some sort of new cap/stem key, or just keep using a wrench or grips on it. If you're not into that it might be easier to do as the other guy suggested and just replace the valve as a unit. Some photos and measurements and a local plumbing shop will probably sell you one for $15? or so. Presumably dimensions and threads are standard if Powerlift got his valves online, but that would make me a little nervous without checking the specs.
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Shouldn't have posted your house, very unsafe on a public forum. I just zoomed in to the address and soon, you sir will be receiving an Edible Arrangement.
Merry Christmas.
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The new owners will appreciate that...
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are you fukking kidding?
this is a bodybuilding forum you boring kunt, just fukk right off with all your shit threads, jesus christ...
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Those plastic pieces of shit almost never work properly.
Like many have said already simply take the plastic cap off and close the valve with a pair of mole grips.
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up the dose
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ok i took the plastic off and there is this little pin that can be pressed in but pushed back out
so i taped it up in the "in" position
let's see if it cools down now
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are you fukking kidding?
this is a bodybuilding forum you boring kunt, just fukk right off with all your shit threads, jesus christ...
bodybuilding is nothing but peds and shmoes
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despite that i took off the plastic cap and secured the little pin in the "in" position the heater is still hot
fuck
i'm gonna need a plumber $$$$$$$$$$$$
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The valves are a couple of quid from a builders merchant and a 5 minute job with a few spanners and some ptfe tape. Or you could pay a plummer his call out fee plus an hours labour plus parts....
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ok i took the plastic off and there is this little pin that can be pressed in but pushed back out
so i taped it up in the "in" position
let's see if it cools down now
Huh. A poppy pin? ??? Well, I thought it would be rotational. Most metering and isolation valves are. You're on your own, kid.
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Huh. A poppy pin? ??? Well, I thought it would be rotational. Most metering and isolation valves are. You're on your own, kid.
MY GOD!
i emailed a frend whose dad is a heaterfixing specialist
he says the poppy pin thingy has to be OUT not IN for the heater to be off
so i removed the tape contraption and pulled it out
and now the heater is cold
the more you know
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Yes, just as I suspected.
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i'm so relieved
they always say plumbers are thieves that charge obscene amounts for not doing shit
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relieved
A little valve humor there.
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Electric heat is the most inefficient by far. Natural Gas is the best in my opinion.
I just finished reading the winter 2013 edition of Fine Homebuilding - Energy Smart Homes. There is a article that covers the latest in heating. In super energy efficient homes, electric heat is the most temperature adjustable. Gas forced air runs hot and cold as opposed to providing a constant temperature. Radiant heat is efficient and exceptionally clean. It is a good choice for folks prone to allergies. The addition of an air to air heat exchanger keeps the air in you place fresh.
Our house has gas forced air. Having been built in the late 70's with lots of vaulted ceilings and a fair amount of glass, it is not the most energy efficient house. I installed a 98% efficient furnace that cycles both the fan and the flame according to how much heat is needed about 5 years ago. Never-the-less, our gas bill averages about $150 a month in the winter and our electric bill almost doubles because the fan is running a lot of the time. We also have gas hot water, but we cook with electric.
In an effort to conserve energy, I am gradually switching over to LED lighting wherever possible. We replaced all the windows in the house several years back with energy efficient ones. That was a killer expense since we have 30 windows in our house.
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Electric heat is the most inefficient by far. Natural Gas is the best in my opinion.
I like Natural Gas/Forced Air more, and it's cheaper where I live but I believe electric heat is 100% efficient.
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I just finished reading the winter 2013 edition of Fine Homebuilding - Energy Smart Homes. There is a article that covers the latest in heating. In super energy efficient homes, electric heat is the most temperature adjustable. Gas forced air runs hot and cold as opposed to providing a constant temperature. Radiant heat is efficient and exceptionally clean. It is a good choice for folks prone to allergies. The addition of an air to air heat exchanger keeps the air in you place fresh.
Our house has gas forced air. Having been built in the late 70's with lots of vaulted ceilings and a fair amount of glass, it is not the most energy efficient house. I installed a 98% efficient furnace that cycles both the fan and the flame according to how much heat is needed about 5 years ago. Never-the-less, our gas bill averages about $150 a month in the winter and our electric bill almost doubles because the fan is running a lot of the time. We also have gas hot water, but we cook with electric.
In an effort to conserve energy, I am gradually switching over to LED lighting wherever possible. We replaced all the windows in the house several years back with energy efficient ones. That was a killer expense since we have 30 windows in our house.
Should have kept the wooden windows.
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I got shot. What is the safest way to remove the bullet?
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I like Natural Gas/Forced Air more, and it's cheaper where I live but I believe electric heat is 100% efficient.
Efficient as far as energy put in, translating directly to heat then I agree it is 100 percent. However, when it comes to cost or power savings, Natural Gas may be a better option. Also, I think there are too many variables to have a one solution fits all.
Perhaps electric heat might be decent for a thin walled shitbox code word for "green" and "eco-friendly", but I don`t think its the best for all houses.
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I got shot. What is the safest way to remove the bullet?
You might be able to leave it in. Andrew Jackson left his bullet in as did countless war veterans.
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Efficient as far as energy put in, translating directly to heat then I agree it is 100 percent. However, when it comes to cost or power savings, Natural Gas may be a better option. Also, I think there are too many variables to have a one solution fits all.
Perhaps electric heat might be decent for a thin walled shitbox code word for "green" and "eco-friendly", but I don`t think its the best for all houses.
Good post, makes sense. I put electric baseboard heat in a finished attic but I'd really like to eventually get a bigger furnace (I think the A/C unit is big enough already) and get duct work run up there.
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Good post, makes sense. I put electric baseboard heat in a finished attic but I'd really like to eventually get a bigger furnace (I think the A/C unit is big enough already) and get duct work run up there.
Thats a good idea with the baseboard heat for the meanwhile and you can keep it afterwards installed if you do get a new furnace.
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Should have kept the wooden windows.
Had they been made of wood, I might have done so. The original windows were anodized aluminum. Most were single pane glass. There was a variety of added aluminum storms windows. The replacement windows are dual pane with argon gas and low E. Not only do they make our home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, they insulate for sound transmission from the outside. There was nothing about the old windows that made them valuable.
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heh... it's hot again
apparently it just went cold because it was night
so now this pin doesnt matter if it's in or out i think
this heater is going to keep burning no matter what
guess i'm gonna need to hire some scambag plumber
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heh... it's hot again
apparently it just went cold because it was night
so now this pin doesnt matter if it's in or out i think
this heater is going to keep burning no matter what
guess i'm gonna need to hire some scambag plumber
You live in an apartment building, right? The reason it went cold at night is because the boilers likely go down at night. It seem obvious that your radiator valve doesn't completely shut off. This is a fairly common problem. Also, even if you could shut the radiator down, there would still be hot water in the pipes. If the boilers are running, you are always going to get some radiant heat. This is one of the issues with large buildings with a single heat source.
My daughter once lived in a very nice town home which was built in the 1940's each group of 6 to 10 units were on a single boiler in a common basement. My daughter who likes the temperature on the cool side, simply opened windows to control the heat. Obviously the thermostat didn't do what it was meant to do. These were radiant hot water baseboard heaters controlled by one thermostat in the dining room of the unit.
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it's odd tho, my other heaters are cold, they all have a different type of cap
so i guess therein lies the problem
gotta hire my buddies dad to fix this i suppose