Why does my new radiator fit the wrong way?
If the new rad has a flow riser tube or baffles and you fitted the rad the wrong way round then this is most likely your problem. That’s why the instructions said to fit it a particular way round. If it didn’t matter which way round it went they wouldn’t have mentioned it.
What should I do when I replace my radiator?
With all the hoses and bolts attached, fill the new radiator with coolant. Check oil and transmission fluid levels in case any was lost during the installation. This is an excellent time to flush your coolant system and replace the old coolant with new coolant.
Do you need to add a new radiator to a boiler?
Most systems, even those that a many years old, can cope with upgrading the size of a radiator or two. But if you are adding entirely new radiators to the system, perhaps due to a loft conversion or extension, then you really should calculate the requirements of your all your radiators and check if your boiler can cope with the extra load.
What happens if you have too many radiators in Your House?
If it can’t and you have exceeded the maximum number of radiators, then excess pressure will be put on the system. This can result in an inefficient central heating system and premature failure of some parts, such as the pump. Get a Quote
Do you need a licensed contractor to install a radiator?
Radiator installation requires the services of a licensed contractor. His or her expertise covers everything from disconnecting wiring and pipes, removing the old radiator, installing the new unit, to reconnecting the wires, pipes, and gas or oil lines, if applicable.
With all the hoses and bolts attached, fill the new radiator with coolant. Check oil and transmission fluid levels in case any was lost during the installation. This is an excellent time to flush your coolant system and replace the old coolant with new coolant.
Do you need a new radiator with a new boiler?
If you’re updating your boiler then not only can you increase the efficiency with a new radiator but you can also improve your home decor with a designer radiator.
What does it mean when your Radiator is not working?
If you already have a hot flow and return going to the radiator, if you felt down the radiator, it should be warm at the bottom, and at the top it would be cold. This is always a sign of air being in the rads. But before you get mental trying to bleed all the air out of the radiators, I strongly recommend you turn the boiler and the pump off.