Bleeding rads

[buster69]

Hi all

I need to bleed a rad but the bleed key (hope thats the right term) is jammed, can i use a product like EASE IT? if it works how do i remove any residues so i can close the bleed key?

many thanks

 

[kevplumb]

the key is jammed in the rad

or you can't undo the bleed screw with a key

 

[JohnD]

in the bleed pin set in a square recess?

 

[buster69]

the bleed screw is jammed, a plumber friend tried to bleed it yesterday but had no look,

dont really want to mess around putting in a new rad.

 

[kevplumb]

like this

 

[JohnD]

in the bleed pin set in a square recess?

well, is it?

 

[bengasman]

If the screw is directly fitted into the rad, you are probably stuffed. If it is in a plug, you can replace the plug. What brand is it?

 

[buster69]

not sure what make the rad is, it was in the house when we moved in.

the screw is attached to the rad and appears to have rusted solid.

i was hoping to use a product called ease it to try and get some purchase on the screw so i can bleed it.

sorry if my info is not very good but im kak at diy