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Water tank in attic not filling

  • 09-03-2010 6:06pm
    #1
    kildaremum
    Registered Users Posts: 212 ✭✭


    Hi - We have a problem with the water tank in attic not filling - just a dribble of water going in which quickly runs out. Cold water in kitchen ok. Thought it was water pressure but Council ckecked today and water pressure ok. They suggested that there might be a bit of grit in the ball-cock in the tank. Is there any way I can check this without having to call a plumber.

    Many thanks.


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  • #2
    Davy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    Turn off the mains at the valve under the kitchen sink. Run the kitchen tap to confirm its then off. Once it is, you can open the ball valve and check if debris is in the orifice. Its simple to open and check for dirt.

    When finished, and reconnected, get someone downstairs to turn on the mains while your still in the attic. Then if it not fitted correctly they can turn it back off straight away.


  • #3
    kildaremum
    Registered Users Posts: 212 ✭✭kildaremum


    Davy thank you for reply - I'll try it tomorrow.


  • #4
    kildaremum
    Registered Users Posts: 212 ✭✭kildaremum


    Tried to open the nut holding ballcock in place but it won't budge. This is a big nut connecting the inlet pipe and the ballcock. Is this the one I need to try to open and if so how will I get it to loosen. Should I try WD40.

    Thanks again


  • #5
    Joey the lips
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,262 ✭✭✭✭Joey the lips


    Them nuts do not open easy. I would try free it with some cotton budds. use them like pipe cleaners.


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