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  6. Flues in voids!

    Flues in voids!

    Rutland Gate, Kensington London.<br>Leaking flue repaired by builder. Results of unqualified labourers carrying out gas repairs!
  7. vaillantmark

    Replace Old Boiler or Not?

    Anyone whoever walked into a pub before the no smoking ban, has got more chance of dying of lung cancer, than asbestos from a Potterton boiler!
  8. vaillantmark

    Replace Old Boiler or Not?

    I'm inclined to agree with Flameport.. Little or no savings whatsoever, possibly more expensive in the long term. Good insulation is a much better investment. Keep the old Netaheat until it falls off the wall, and kills you. You won't be needing a new boiler then anyway..
  9. vaillantmark

    VCW 242 GB EH Central Heating Not Working

    A review of my website indicating VCW repairs may be in order... Post Haste!
  10. vaillantmark

    VCW 242 GB EH Central Heating Not Working

    Indeed, it's heartbreaking to think how many of these good solid boilers have been removed for little or no reason! Especially by British Gas!
  11. vaillantmark

    VCW 242 GB EH Central Heating Not Working

    With a bit of fine emery cloth, and a drop of silicone grease does a treat..
  12. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    Ha-ha.. In this economic climate, I spend most of my time trying to dodge the stray bullets, and friendly fire, than mending boilers! Never believe a word they say..
  13. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    Indeed Tony.. how many times when you ask if there's anything wrong with the boiler when someones requesting a service, do you get a pause, and a list of faults? Par for the course.. Yet another consumer laid IED to diffuse.. Maybe we have enough business to be able to afford to help...
  14. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    Tell you what 3489, If you're within 15-20 miles of Dartford, either myself, or one of the boys will have a look for free.. It will however cost you a minimum of 2 mugs of coffee (splash of milk 1 sugar) and possibly a side snack.. We won't fix it, but we'll give you a fairly accurate...
  15. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    Well, probably the most important factor is..... Boiler manufacturers assume the boiler will be fitted to a high specification, and the emphasis or obligation is on the installer to carry out the installation to suit the requirements of the boiler.... which, unfortunately, is not always the...
  16. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    No doubt there are hundreds of 400 boilers out there working fine. But the system has to be spot on. Unfortunately boilers designed under perfect conditions don't always have the practicality of what's in peoples homes! It's our policy, based on our opinion, from past experience. It has nothing...
  17. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    Viessmann regular boiler 100W. You can drive a small car through the heat exchanger, never block up in a million years... no pump overrun required, but an option if you want to/can. Vaillant main heat exchangers lose 4m head in resistance/loss, as they're so narrow, much the same as the...
  18. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    We are ex-vaillant engineers, and we would NEVER fit a 400 series on a open vented system... too many tears, melted credit cards and suicidal customers in the past. Lets hope it's something as simple as the pump (me thinks not!). Love the signature 1985.... obviously been around a while...
  19. vaillantmark

    Vaillant Ecotech problem?

    A 400 series Ecotec on an open vented system usually means the kiss of death and an early grave. Sounds like circulation problems, and possibly the main heat exchanger is blocking up. Is there a Magnaclean filter fitted on the return? or something similar? Possible pump problem, but if the...
  20. vaillantmark

    Been offline, but still seriously cheesed off!

    A bit coincidental that the problem vanished after the PCB's were changed, and also usually 3-4 weeks after commissioning. Thing is, I love the Viessmann.. Anyone else fit them? and what do you reckon if you do?
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