Boiler timer settings for Megaflo

[LCB2012]

We've just had a Megaflo 300i cylinder and Worcester 30cdi system boiler installed. We tend to have showers in the morning and sometimes a shower/bath in the evening.

What timer settings would you recommend for our boiler in order to give a decent supply of hot water? (we have a timer that allows 3 on/off times per day).

Thanks!

 

[kevindgas]

about half an hour ahead of your required usage times should be best

 

[LCB2012]

Thanks. And for how long?

 

[LCB2012]

...and is it best to set it so the hot water and heating times don't overlap or can the boiler supply both simultaneously?

 

[gazthepottertonengineer]

Best to have it doing both together! And on for an hour would be fine!

 

[LCB2012]

Interesting, just received this response from the technical dept at Heatrae:

"The reheat time for the cylinder is approx 30 mins with this type of boiler, I would recommend the hot water is set to come on for 1 hour to ensure fully heated a couple of times a day the opposite time to when the central heating is operating."

Presumably they say this to ensure the max energy is sent the way of the cylinder?