Remove A Radiator

At a glance..

Here is a guide to how to remove a central heating radiator quickly and easily. This tutorial is for when you need to remove a radiator temporarily, for instance, to paint or decorate.

The details..

If you need to remove your central heating radiator temporarily, this guide is perfect for you. It provides clear and concise instructions that are easy to follow. The book covers the three main points of interest when it comes to removing radiators: the bleed valve, lockshield valve, and manual control valve.

The book lists all the items required such as adjustable spanners, old sheets/towels or equivalent for water spillage, bowl (small enough to fit under the radiator), bucket and a Radiator key (Bleed Key). Additionally, it explains in detail what each item will be used for during the process.

The guide then goes through each step of removing your radiator with detailed explanations accompanied by illustrations. It also includes tips like covering exposed pipes with plastic carrier bags if you plan on painting/decorating after removal.

Once done with your task at hand - whether it's cleaning behind your radiator or giving it a fresh coat of paint - this guide has got you covered on putting everything back together again. From reconnecting valves onto the radiator using cap nuts and turning spindles clockwise/anti-clockwise while making sure they line up properly.