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Never mind Water Regs eh? This is just like when folk say to me that 60° on DHW cylinders is too hot and that it's ok to turn it down as you hardly hear owt about Legionella in this country. Regs are usually in place because a situation has occurred in the past to warrant the particular Reg...

Come on Dan, when we are asked whether a system needs flushing or not, without knowing the system, the best course of action would be to drain said heating system and refill with battery acid. James.

Point 8.1.1 in the combi manual states that if the CH pipes run vertically from the appliance, that a Non Return Valve should be used. How far away from the appliance should an Auto Bypass Valve be installed? Gas valve takes 10 seconds to remove if access to pump is required. I...

There are number of boiler manufacturers that rely on their previous form so that they can use poor quality parts and charge top dollar. Worcester Bosch (ripped out a 5 year old junior this week) and ideal are the same. They all love to throw plastic and rubber into their white boxes. I take it...

Vessel and filling loop not required where heating system is not sealed (even with a combi). :wink: James.

Does anyone know when the new Intergas will be released for sale? James.

Coming from a Vaillant chap, whom I have a lot of respect for: .........In a kitchen/purpose built cupboard. That's the best argument for a Vaillant so far. James.

Atag for more competitive price, reliability and customer service. James.

CORGI :shock: :shock: You obviously didn't check their GAS SAFE card. This would also detail if they could work on fires, boilers, etc. A quick check on the GAS SAFE website http://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/ would verify their details. Tut tut. James.

Where basin is to be fixed, remove insulation and fit a piece of timber to same depth. It's all about using your noggin :wink: James.

That says it all Pete! :roll: James.

Hammerite is a very good metal paint. To be fair I hate working on painted copper pipes, very rare I find that the paint peels off as you put it. But who's going to stop you with your slitting of black plastic conduit. Enjoy. James.

Hmmm sounds dodgy. It's certainly a DIY forum! James.

Usually the old ones are the best, but .......... James.

Electrics, Water and Gas in a box. By allowing them to mix whilst showing a lack of competence, you are potentially creating a dangerous situation! Stand back, be a big man about it and call a professional and check their Gas Safe registration details. Good Luck! James.

Ahem, let me clear my throat/keyboard :wink: As posted by the OP on 21-July-2014 in a thread named "Radiator Efficiency" (love the originality): 8) 8) James.

The HSE definition of a competent person: http://www.hse.gov.uk/involvement/competentperson.htm If anyone thinks they are a competent person and still wish to carry out work be it gas, unvented, electrics, etc. then I say "Crack on, but please inform me that you've been playing around...

Another homework question? What course are you doing again? Could you send me an exam paper? Another qualification to my name wouldn't hurt. James.