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08-10-2008	#1 (permalink)
beefamurkin Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	double radiator ive been asked about a double radiator which only heats on the front, he can get the back of the radiator to work by turning the trvs off upstairs as if forcing the water through, this only lasts for 2 to 3 weeks though before it happens again. anyone any ideas ?
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justlead1 Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 74	Re: double radiator Hi try balancing the system using the lockshield valves. (turn L/shields of and just open say one turn also check if pump has a higher setting but be aware might start pumping over. Monitor results. Good Luck
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MarkB Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 25	Re: double radiator Is it possible that the front panel is getting sludged up? I've never come across it in just one panel but it could be. Mark.
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