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@toodles interesting suggestion, thanks. I will try to resist the temptation to hijack someone else's topic to solve my problems!
@jtg while you are checking the plumbing of the buffer tank, make sure the flows are at the top and the returns are at the bottom. Mars explains in t...
I agree with @jamespa that your buffer tank and secondary pump may not be required at all. I have a 1960s two storey house with 30 radiators. I have...
A quick Google search showed that building regulations have required floors to be insulated since 1990, so you should have some. However, your floor ...
@batpred I installed Home Assistant on my MacBook Pro last night. This is just a temporary platform for me to learn about it. I tried to use the Tes...
@batpred thanks very much for your help. I rang Tesla support and he sent me the SSID and password of the lead Powerall. I downloaded the diagnostic...
@unsure you make an interesting point about longevity. Most of what I have read and heard says that compressors are worn out most by starting up and ...
I have a Grant Aerona 290 15.5 kW with the Smart Controller. I have radiators throughout the house and no underfloor heating. I am running on Shift ...
@grantmethestrength Your system is constantly cycling, but fortunately the frequency of cycling is not very high. Have you tried lowering the weath...
@treewizard That's probably fine, provided as you say you don't mistreat it by very frequent cycling.
@treewizard Very interesting, thanks - although I have seen the follow-up explaining that the Netzero app costs £7 per month. Do you know if third...
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