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Old Boiler (In Boiler House) - Needs Timer

damojag · 2010-10-22 17:03:49

Hi, I have a really old boiler in a boiler house that only works if I turn it on and off from the switch - there is no timer. I have no idea about anything related to plumbing/heating but I am wondering if it's possible to hook up a timer to this dinosaur somewhere? Thanks!

22-10-2010 5:03pm

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damojag

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Hi,

I have a really old boiler in a boiler house that only works if I turn it on and off from the switch - there is no timer. I have no idea about anything related to plumbing/heating but I am wondering if it's possible to hook up a timer to this dinosaur somewhere?

Thanks!

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#2 22-10-2010 8:13pm

meercat

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should be no problem for an electrician or a competent handyman

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#3 22-10-2010 8:28pm

Little Bubbles

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I've the same problem. What device would be the best to put in?

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#4 22-10-2010 8:45pm

handydandy

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Generally you put a timer switch before the on / off switch - easily done.

Power feeds the timer, timer comes on, timer feeds the switch then heating comes on.

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#5 22-10-2010 8:48pm

meercat

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http://www.boilercare.ie/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=184&osCsid=f05a412d6b5c09f98970eec7798aa210

easy installed

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#6 23-10-2010 1:59pm

minmax89

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Well if you're going so far as to get a timer installed, get a digital one. More choice - features like 1hr boost, etc. - and although it costs a bit more, it's exactly the same job to fit.

Adam

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