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@transparent It looks like you have got a bad deal from your contractor, driller etc. Firstly, I presume you have an extraction licence from the env...
@phowardstutterheim Most components inside the units are from other manufacturers other than valiant. As long as they are similar and an alterative pr...
@cathoderay "Isn't this another example of most of the heat pump industry not really knowing what it is doing? I wonder how many installation don't ha...
@william1066 I do not usually use the ESBE valves. This is the one I usually use and they are available for next day delivery. The valves you...
There sounds like there are some tall stories being told by Valiant, or others. The supply side of the heat pump consists of a pump, a stainless steel...
In reality, without monitoring equipment installed, it is very difficult to determine the actual, accurate performance of any heating system regardles...
@hydros How is the system being controlled? You mentioned a set temperature, where is that being set? What control do you have on the radiators and ...
@iancalderbank PM me and I will see if I can help.
The heat exchanger failure is a manufacturing fault, nothing to do with operation. If you have a buffer tank or system separation, that is causing y...
@iancalderbank I am not sure if the new Samsung will allow the setting of the Delta T (gather you can install a PWM pump on it), I install the Panaso...
@webcmg Then I am sorry to say, you have an exceptionally badly designed system. I would complain to the installers competent persons scheme and MCS.
In my view, AI should work for you to make your life easier, more comfortable and cheaper. As soon as it starts dictating to me, it goes in the bin.
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