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[Closed] Radiator TRV valve replace, will I flood the kitchen?

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Radiator stuck in closed position, turn dial to 5 and nothing happens due to crack in the lower TRV,

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Thinking of replacing the top part if I can with this

http://www.screwfix.com/p/15mm-angled-trv-white-chrome/60368

Can I undo the silver knurl to remove this or does that = flooded kitchen? 😆


 
Posted : 13/11/2014 9:33 pm
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As long as the thread is the same you should be fine. I have heard horror stories about the pins popping out of TRV bodies but that's from guys that change them day in day out so yours should be fine.


 
Posted : 13/11/2014 9:39 pm
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Yes, the large knurled nut will unscrew and release the plastic adjustor. Basically under that there is a plunger valve that just regulates the flow to the radiator to control the temperature. I've removed this item on one of my rads as its knackered. I need to get round to replacing the whole valve.


 
Posted : 13/11/2014 9:39 pm
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Nope, shouldn't flood. Might be worth "exercising" the metal plunger bit underneath through its full range of movement whilst you've got it off.....


 
Posted : 13/11/2014 10:07 pm

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