How to add central heating inhibitor to your heating system and why you should!

How to add central heating inhibitor to your heating system and why you should!

 

In this blog post, we will discuss how to add a central heating inhibitor to your system and why it's important to do so.

 

If you're like most people, you probably take your central heating system for granted. You turn it on in the autumn and forget about it until the warm weather returns. However, did you know that there are things you can do to keep your central heating system running smoothly?

 A central heating inhibitor is a chemical that prevents corrosion in your system. Over time, the metal components of your system can corrode, which can lead to expensive repairs or replacements. An inhibitor will protect your system from corrosion, prolonging its life and saving you money in the long run.

 Adding an inhibitor to your central heating system is a simple task that you can do yourself. However, if you're not comfortable doing it, you can always hire a professional.

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Here's how you add central heating inhibitor to a radiator, usually the best way on a sealed system that does not have a filter.

 

1. Locate the bleed valve on your radiator. This is usually a small knob or lever near the top of the radiator.

 2. Place a bowl or bucket underneath the bleed valve to catch any water that comes out.

 3. Open the bleed valve slightly and allow some water to flow out until it runs clear. This will get rid of any air that's in the system.

 4. Once the water is running clear, add the central heating inhibitor using Just dose! it funnel according to the manufacturer's instructions. Usually, this involves pouring it into the radiator through the bleed valve.

 5. Close the bleed valve and check that there are no leaks. Now, your central heating system is protected from corrosion!

Just dose it. Central heating inhibitor dosing device

 

Here's how you add central heating inhibitor to an open vented system via the header tank 

 

  1. Find the header tank.
  2. Isolate the tank remove the water from the tank by draining the system.
  3. Add central heating inhibitor to the header tank according to the manufacturer's instructions. Usually, this involves pouring it into the header tank.
  4. Now refill the head tank.
  5. Now, your central heating system is protected from corrosion!

How to add central heating inhibitor to header tank

 

The above ways are the most common ways to protect a central heating system from corrosion, but there are other ways as well. If you're unsure of how to add central heating inhibitor to your system, or if you have any questions, be sure to ask a professional. They'll be able to help you out and ensure that your central heating system is protected from corrosion.

 

Summary: 

•A central heating inhibitor is a chemical that prevents corrosion in your system, and adding one to your central heating system is a simple task that you can do yourself.
• An inhibitor will protect your system from corrosion, prolonging its life and saving you money in the long run.
• To add an inhibitor to a radiator on a sealed system: locate the bleed valve; place a bowl or bucket underneath the valve; open the valve slightly and allow some water to flow out until it runs clear; add the inhibitor according to manufacturer's instructions; close the bleed valve.
• To add an inhibitor via header tank on an open vented system: find the header tank; isolate and remove water from tank by draining system; add inhibitor according to manufacturer's instructions; refill head tank. 

Remember you can save a lot of time & mess, by using a dosing funnel, get just dose it central heating dosing tool. 

central heating dosing tool - Just dose it
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