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Guys, A bit of a random one here, I've come across this problem a few times in my career but never known how to deal with it. I've got to unblock some waste pipepwork (1 1/2") tomorrow that is attached to urinals. The urinals were overflowing and as a result I changed the traps and cleared...

Did you replace the pump valves when you replaced the pump, maybe they're only semi open. I suspect that it is an issue with a blockage but if you've powerflushed it this should have removed most if not all of it (presuming it's a sludge build up) and not a mechanical problem. I've heard...

Cheers Kev, I'll check out the fittings. My main concern is that the pipework is totally inaccessible, I'd hate to cut into it to find I've dropped a major clanger!

Guys, Hoping one of you professionals will be able to offer me some advice. I went to a job today in a pub with old 1 1/2" iron pipework, it was tied into a relatively modern central heating system, however the pipe has developed a leak and is streaming water into the cellar. After...

Guys, Can any of you advise me as to what ration this filler should be mixed with sanding dust? Also is it mixed in terms of volume or weight? Any help would be appreciated, Mark

Nickso, Thanks for the reply, sorry I've not answered I've been away for a few days. The fulcrum arm does move but it takes a good 15 seconds or so to make contact witht the microswitch, it is very difficult to move the arm by hand, I'm not sure if this is unusual. Do you think the sound...

Guys, I've recently noticed that my Vokera Excell has had delay in firing when turning on a hot water tap (about 15 seconds), after reading similar posts on here I reckon that the divertor valve needs refurbishing. In past posts you mention a service kit for the valve, do any of you have the...

Guys, Not sure if you'll be able to help but can you tell me if any spares are still available for my Servowarm boiler. I'm specifically looking for a control thermostat, part number 7718, GC Number 379307. I can't seem to find anyone who can source this item so your help would be...

Guys, Thanks for the number of replies I've got. After a long break I'm back, before I actually admit defeat could I ask one more question? I removed the ignition electrode out of the combustion chamber, reset the boiler and checked to see for a spark at the electrode. I didn't see...

Thanks Guys, I'll check the condensate trap as suggested. I'd downloaded the manual for the HE version of the boiler, There appears to be some cosmetic changes, would I be right in thinking that the part numbers are different as well? Mark

Guys, I have an Ideal Isar 30100 boiler which has developed an L F error. Unfortunately I do not have the manual for my boiler (is one available on line) but did go onto the Ideal site and sourced the manual for the later Isar HE. Obviously I am aware that these two boilers are different...

Guys, Hopefully a nice easy question. I've (very) limited experience of working with iron pipework and am experiencing a problem when it comes to joining two old cast iron radiators. I thought that liquid PTFE would do the job but even after leaving it over night this failed dismally...

Guys, I have recently removed my gas fire, had my chimney checked and then installed an open fire. Having thought that the fireback of the arched insert I chose would have done everything required I have found that although the fire burns well all the heat passes straight up the chimney...

Cheers Chris, The flue and combustion chamber are both is excellent condition. The boiler is only about 2 years old. One thing I did notice was that the temperature of the heating was no where near as hot as it used to be. Would this help you to confirm wether or not it would be the PCB? Mark

Hi all, I wonder if you could possibly help me with my boiler. It has lately started to make a 'pulsing' sound when the boiler is fired up. As I look through into the combustion chamber I can see that the flames are syncronizied with the pusling sound, I have checked the fan and the pump...

Guys, I recently opened up my fireplace removing a gas fire and replacing it with a fire basket. In the process I got my local chimney sweep out who advised me that my fireplace was far to 'open' and that smoke would fill the room instead of going up the chimney. The opening to the...

Guys, I wonder if you'd be able to offer me some advice. My Zanussi ZWF1427W has suddenly died on me, upon opening it up I have removed the timer (or is it a slave unit) and assembly user interface for further inspection. The machine does nothing, the door doesn't lock, LED display doesn't...

Is the cartridge brass or plastic?

Guys, A bit of a strange one but would any of you be able to tell me whether or not you know of any company who offer training in commercial appliances? I have training and experience in domestic appliances but would like to look into glass washers and commercial dishwashers. Any help...

Guys, Had a look on the radiator and found something at the bottom left hand corner. I bit difficult to get to but I'll give it a go!. I presume that I'll have to go to a vauxhall dealship for this item? Once again thanks for your help. Mark