Almost embarrassed to ask but.....

[pyounger]

I am almost ready to upgrade my bathroom radiator from a single 700x500 to a double. I have just taken delivery of my new radiator a Stelrad P+ panel radiator.

My problem / question / query is regarding the 'plug' that is inserted in the inlet / outlet connection (where the valves screw-in). See my photo - I assume with the large cross section (A in pic) I just insert a wide blade screwdriver and screw that out, but what is less obvious is the plastic 'surround' (B in pic) does that have a purpose? or does it just get prised off too.

What puzzles me - and whats prompted me to write - is why should this fancy 'plug' and plastic 'clip' be present in the holes where the valves go, but nothing in the equally important holes that the air bleed valve and stopper goes.

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[pyounger]

Oops sorry for the multiple photos I found uploading these not as straightforward as I have experienced in other forums (sorry!)

... and the 'lines' don't seem to appear that link A and B to the relevant parts of interest so I hope you experts can still understand what I'm waffling on about!

 

[Burnerman]

Just wind out 'A' and insert the rad tail (with ptfe and sealant, of course).
The other bit keeps the rad cover from rattling and can be left alone.
John

 

[pyounger]

Thanks John, I was wondering about 'B'

 

[leakydave]

Take the plug out... leave the other bit of plastic where it is. As far as I know it keeps the metal end plates in position.

 

[Newboy]

remove the blanking plugs "A"

the clips "B" hold the side panels on

 

[landyandy]

The middle plug just needs a biggish screwdriver to unscrew out.

The outer clip is upside down. Turn it 180 and you will then be able to pull the end panel upwards to remove.

 

[twgas]

just remove the plugs, the plastic around the hole holds the trim on so leave it in place. I have yet to find out why the top holes are left unplugged.

 

[leakydave]

Top holes are plugged into a jig for painting.m Bottom holes capped to stop paint going inside.

 

[Mark Br]

The plugs can be a bugger to get out with a screwdriver, I normally use a smallish chisel instead

 

[leakydave]

I keep a few of the discarded plugs in my van... useful if you have wall plate elbows etc to cover before plastering or tiling work is done... but don't screw them in too tight!