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Tony636
Jun 18, 2013, 02:02 PM
I have a grant vortex boiler ( combi) type, I have replaced the old one when that was leaking, a month ago. Now I find that the new one is now leaking. Does anyone have any ideals please
ma0641
Jun 18, 2013, 02:35 PM
What is the water pressure and what is the pressure rating of the PRV.
Grady White
Jun 18, 2013, 02:38 PM
Shut off the boiler & the incoming water. Drop the boiler pressure to zero then check the pressure in the expansion tank. For most houses the tank pressure should be 12-15 psig. If you have no pressure, the bladder has probably failed.
hkstroud
Jun 18, 2013, 08:16 PM
A leaking PRV (Pressure Reducing Valve), or a leaking T&P (Temperature and Pressure) relief valve?
speedball1
Jun 19, 2013, 07:55 AM
What's the house PSI ? I wonder along with Harold, Are we talking PRV valve into the house or are we talking about the boiler T&Pn valve? Back to you, Tom
Grady White
Jun 19, 2013, 04:44 PM
A boiler doesn't normally have a T&P valve, strictly pressure & usually set for 30#. Yes, it could be a reducing valve but I've never seen one leak except at a joint.
Tony636,
What pressure is the gauge on the boiler showing?