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myHow to Bleed a Radiator
If you want to learn how to bleed your radiators correctly, this guide will show you step-by-step and it also includes the tools and materials you'll need to do it.
Table of Contents
What Tools Do I Need to Bleed a Radiator?
Below is a list of the tools that you will need to bleed a radiator:
- Radiator key
- Old rag
What Safety Equipment Do I Need to Bleed a Radiator?
There is not any specific safety equipment needed when it comes to bleeding a radiator. However, you should be aware of water and sludge potentially spitting out during the process, so be sure to protect your clothes, as necessary.
What Materials Do I Need to Bleed a Radiator?
You do not need any specific materials to complete a radiator bleed.
How to Prepare to Bleed a Radiator
To prepare for bleeding a radiator, ensure that your heating is turned off. You should also have an old rag on hand to catch any spraying or dripping water that may come out when you turn the radiator key.
How to Bleed a Radiator Yourself
Step 1
Run your hand over the radiator to check if it is cold at the top or bottom. If it is cold at the top, that means there is air trapped in the radiator and that it needs to be bled.
Step 2
Begin by turning off your central heating.
Step 3
Next, place an old rag underneath the valve to catch any water that may drip out during the bleeding process.
Step 4
Use the radiator key and turn it anti-clockwise about a quarter of a turn until the air stops and the water runs smoothly out of the valve.
Step 5
Then, turn the valve off again.
Step 6
You can then turn your heating system back on, and the problem should be solved.
FAQs
Can you bleed a radiator without a key?
Can you bleed a radiator when the heating is on?
When is the best time to bleed radiators?
How long do you bleed a radiator for?
Does bleeding a radiator cause your boiler to lose pressure?
How to bleed a towel radiator?
Sources
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjyEkLwHtTc
https://www.viessmann.co.uk/heating-advice/how-to-bleed-a-radiator
