What direction does a thermostatic radiator valve go?
Most modern thermostatic radiator valves are bi-directional – so can be fitted on either the flow or return pipe of your radiator. However, it’s always best practice to fit the TRV on the flow pipe that enters your radiator.
Why is my thermostatic valve making a noise?
If a non-bi-directional thermostatic valve is fitted to the return side of the radiator, it can make a loud vibrating noise when water tries to pass through it. It’s best to check the product thouroughly before installation and look for flow indicators where possible.
Which side does the LS valve go on?
The LS valve can be on the flow or return; all it is doing is setting the max flow through the rad. What goes in is the same as what comes out, so which side the LS valve is doesn't matter. The LS valve can be on the flow or return; all it is doing is setting the max flow through the rad.
How do you know which side of the radiator is Inlet?
Check the valve itself and there should be a little arrow near the outlet. If the arrow points away from the valve it needs to go on the return side of the radiator, if it points into the valve it should be on the flow side.
Should the TRV on the left or right?
Thermostatic valves Step 1: You'll usually find the valve on a TRV radiator on the left side. The valve you're looking for will have a numbered dial on it, to adjust the heat the radiator gives off, and is usually found on the bottom of the radiator.
Which way do radiator valves go?
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Which side of radiator is flow and return?
The flow of a radiator is typically on the left as you look at it stood up or attached to the wall.
Which side of radiator is the lockshield valve?
The lockshield valve, on the side of the radiator opposite the on/off valve, may be adjusted to balance the output of your heating system. The lockshield itself is the plastic cap that covers the valve to ensure that you don't accidentally change the setting once you've adjusted it.
Which valve is which on a radiator?
One valve accounts for the amount of hot water that enters the radiator. The other valve, referred to as the lockshield valve, balances the system by regulating how much heat the radiator gives off. For a more detailed insight, take a look at our Radiator Valve Guide.
How do you install a thermostatic radiator valve?
During the winter, you should really set your TRV to 2 or 3 and leave it. If you go into a room that's cold and the radiator is burning hot, leave it alone and don't turn it up to 5....Numbers & temperatures0 = Off.* = 7°C.1 = 10°C.2 = 15°C.3 = 20°C.4 = 25°C.5 = 30°C.
Should all radiators have thermostatic valves?
However, while TRVs can, technically, be installed on all radiators, it's usually a good idea to leave one radiator without a TRV and permanently switched on. Ideally, this should either be a bathroom, which would usually benefit from permanent heat, or the room with the thermostat in it.
Should both valves on a radiator be open?
You should open both of the valves on all of your system's radiator when you are starting the radiator balancing process. You will most likely need to use pliers to open the lockshield valve.
How do I know which way my radiator pipe is flowing?
just run the pipes to where they're going and stick a valve on the end, the system can be filled up, the ends connected together and the flow should be obvious.
Does inlet and outlet matter on a radiator?
Yes it does. They have a baffle or diverter near the flow. So it is imperative that the flow is connected to the inlet port ,and return to the outlet port.
Does flow and return matter on a vertical radiator?
Yes. As it is at present the flow runs straight thru the bottom of the rad and out the other side. Water will follow the path of least resistance.
Should TRVs be installed on the flow or the return pipe when fitting a radiator?
Most modern thermostatic radiator valves are bi-directional - so can be fitted on either the flow or return pipe of your radiator. However, it's al...
Should TRVs be installed on the flow or the return pipe when fitting a radiator?
Most modern thermostatic radiator valves are bi-directional - so can be fitted on either the flow or return pipe of your radiator. However, it's al...
Should TRVs be installed on the flow or the return pipe when fitting a radiator?
Most modern thermostatic radiator valves are bi-directional - so can be fitted on either the flow or return pipe of your radiator. However, it's al...