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turning off a radiator

ronano · 2013-04-02 11:46:27

I've a single radiator in the flat, i want to turn it off but the knobs have gone missing. Do i turn off both the left and right knob? to turn it off is it anti clockwise or clockwise? stupid question i know but dont want to do damage

02-04-2013 12:46PM

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I've a single radiator in the flat, i want to turn it off but the knobs have gone missing. Do i turn off both the left and right knob? to turn it off is it anti clockwise or clockwise?

stupid question i know but dont want to do damage

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#2 02-04-2013 01:06PM

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Use a pliers or pipe grips and turn the right hand side knob CLOCKWIZE.

This will shut the rad off.

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#3 02-04-2013 06:48PM

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Adjustable spanner is better, grips and pliers can damage the valve if not used gently.

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