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Here is an update of the setback we operate on our system. We have created a simple schedule which copes with different night time outside temperatu...
I thought I’d re-post my comment on this thread which was posted on 4th March 2025. Last night we had a night time setback through definite d...
That’s a very interesting exercise…. And it’s good to see some caveats in what was offered. I think Gemini is cautious of microbore for good reason si...
Yes it may be that your setup has changed the “set tank temp” output and used it for something else or it’s simply not being used which is why it appe...
Hi downfield, Sounds like you’ve got a result with the volumiser….. I’m curious about where you installed the volumiser…. From the above description...
Hi Dave, the set tank temperature shows the temperature your DHW is set at. So it stays at a fixed temperature and doesn’t vary. you can then compare ...
@davidalgarve I was wondering how your home performs (loses or retains heat) in these milder conditions? Since, if it’s only 17c outside at the moment...
@grantmethestrength with your pragmatic approach and 👀 knowledge on hand I’m sure it will be a positive outcome. Don’t hesitate to ask if any ...
@grantmethestrength I applaud your ambition on the need to take back control. And as can be seen by the many cases of blockages, it’s very much a regu...
I also saw this video by Gary Does Solar… and his predictions on export tariffs and the risk of them dropping, not just here but across Europe. My a...
That would be my biggest commitment -time to gain greater understanding. That has definitely been the case when we installed our Ecodan. That knowledg...
As you can probably guess I’ve not been persuing TOU tariffs but just following the topic with interest. Your comments above are very useful and I can...
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