Complete Guide to Storage Heater Repair and Maintenance
With the widespread use and mandatory installation of storage heater repair, especially in centralized systems, in some regions, the range of problems that can arise as a result of incorrect or careless installation has significantly expanded.
We can categorize these problems, according to their severity, as follows:
✅ Problems related to insufficient heat output from the storage heater
✅ Valve noise problems
✅ Valve blockage problems
1. Disconnect Power Before Starting Any Storage Heater Repair
The most common problem is insufficient heating, or rather, the inability to adjust the room temperature using the graduated scale on the storage heater valve. This can occur for two main reasons: the positioning of the storage heater valve or the lack of radiator components (undersizing). Leaving this last point to the analysis of those who must calculate the kW required to heat a room, let’s discuss the case where the storage heater valve is in an “unfavorable” position, such as:
– a radiator deeply recessed under a marble shelf
– a radiator partially enclosed by large furniture
– a radiator behind heavy fabric curtains
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Allow the Storage Heater to Fully Cool Down
As is easy to imagine, in these cases, the storage heater valve is affected by a temperature much higher than the actual temperature at the center of the room and will therefore begin to “close” the radiator earlier than the actual room temperature would require. Generally speaking, therefore, excellent air circulation around the storgae heater head must be ensured to promote its optimal functioning.
In any case, if it is not possible to free the storage heater valve from excessive heat, heads with a remote sensor can be installed. This means the same valve but equipped with a remote sensor located a few meters away and connected via a capillary tube to the storage heater head. With this trick, it’s possible to measure the temperature in a ventilated area of the room and therefore precisely adjust the temperature.☎️ Call us 24/7 at 01519470096 .
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Inspect Your Storage Heater for Visible Damage
Another annoying consequence of improper installation is the noise that can arise during system operation due to the increased velocity of the liquid in the pipes when the storage heater valve is closing. This occurs if the system is not equipped with devices capable of regulating the liquid flow rate based on the opening of the radiator valves or their incorrect calibration.
The ideal solution for a storage heater valve system is a variable flow pump. Equipped with pressure and temperature sensors, it varies its speed (and therefore also its electricity consumption) to always maintain the optimal liquid flow rate. A bypass valve can also perform its function correctly (but without saving electricity) by recirculating the excess liquid through the main pipes immediately after the pump.☎️ Call us at 01519470096.
Final Thoughts: Safe Storage Heater Maintenance Saves Energy and Lives
The final problem that can occur is valve blockage, after a long period of complete closure. This can be caused by residues present in older systems, which are supplied with untreated water and replenished over the years to compensate for small leaks due to ageing pipes.☎️ Call us 24/7 at 01519470096 — we’re ready to help!
To prevent this from happening, it’s helpful to remember to set the storage heater valves to the fully open position when turning off the system and leave them there throughout the summer (whenever the system is not in use) or to remember to open them fully for a few minutes frequently (during operation).
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