Why is my boiler not circulating hot water?
Air trapped during bleeding the radiator CAUSE: Another cause of hot water radiators not circulating could be trapped air. If you have recently bled your radiator, then chances are that some air may have trapped inside. This trapped air could be leading to the circulation problem.
How do I know if my boiler circulator pump is bad?
One way to detect a problem with the circulator pump is to check the radiators and tubing coming from the pump itself. As the thermostat tells the pump to circulate the heated, or cooled air, check the tubes to see if they warm up or cool down. Touch the radiator tubes to check if they are getting hotter.
Why is my boiler discharging steam and hot water?
Your pressure relief valve is likely discharging steam and/or hot water for one of 2 reasons: The pressure levels inside the boiler are too high The valve itself has gone bad and needs to be replaced Not sure which is your problem or what to do next?
Why is my hot water recirculating system not working?
A hot water recirculation system’s purpose is to provide you with hot water faster, so if you are having to wait for hot water when you turn on the tap, there may be something wrong with your system. Here are a few potential problems: The pump is not working.
What causes a hot water recirculating pump to seize?
Bad bearings: Excessive noise could also be coming from the bearings, signaling that the pump is about to seize. Seek a professional to inspect the system right away to have the pump maintained or replaced as needed. A hot water recirculating pump is supposed to make your access to hot water more convenient, not less.
What happens if my hot water pump fails?
Here are a few potential problems: The pump is not working. If the pump fails, you’ll be waiting for the hot water to reach you from wherever you have the tankless water heater installed. You may need to invest in a new pump or your existing pump may need to be maintained. Your pump is not compatible with your system.
A hot water recirculation system’s purpose is to provide you with hot water faster, so if you are having to wait for hot water when you turn on the tap, there may be something wrong with your system. Here are a few potential problems: The pump is not working.
Bad bearings: Excessive noise could also be coming from the bearings, signaling that the pump is about to seize. Seek a professional to inspect the system right away to have the pump maintained or replaced as needed. A hot water recirculating pump is supposed to make your access to hot water more convenient, not less.
What to do if your hot water pump fails?
If the pump fails, you’ll be waiting for the hot water to reach you from wherever you have the tankless water heater installed. You may need to invest in a new pump or your existing pump may need to be maintained. Your pump is not compatible with your system.
What to do if your fresh water pump blades are missing?
Keep the old impeller as a spare. If the impeller is damaged with blades missing, make sure that you find the missing blades. They could be stuck downstream from the pump interfering with proper flow. If raw-water pump is belt driven, make sure that belt has correct tension.