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I think I watched the same video as @broadsman. I'm pretty sure that will only apply to Octopus' own Cosy heat pumps, over which they have far greater...
I think you are right to frame the question as you did, as ToU tariffs are very relevant to any heat pump strategy (at least for those who are on them...
I don't know how the Samsung does it, but what I can tell you is the power draw reduces as the flow temps approach the desired set point. It seems to ...
In milder weather, I know my radiators can only dissipate the heat being produced at a flow temp of 32-33C, so I set the WC to around this temperature...
We've only had our solar since last June, but so far for me it's been very accurate and within the published standard deviation each month. Yes, ...
Same here @jamespa - we have a 12kW Samsung ASHP, solar and are currently considering adding a Tesla PW3, but no way do the numbers stack up financial...
Yes, that sounds correct. I would say try both options and see which works best for you. I wouldn't aim too low though, if you already know 34C is re...
Congratulations @toodles, that's a fantastic result. Well done! I know I would have loved the opportunity to visit a heat pump installation before c...
I think the issue is that MCS recommends 23C for bathrooms, which requires large emitters, and as mentioned above most towel rails simply do not emit ...
Besides the TOU tariff issues, where we may save usage at one rate and then use more in recovery at a cheaper rate, I find an overnight setback is mos...
There was a recent thread over on the openenergymonitor forum discussing the issue of Vaillant 7kW unit not being able to deliver anywhere near 7kW (s...
It might do, try it and see? As the majority of your usage is showering, where the hot water will be blended down to ~38C, heating it hotter should ...
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