one end of the filling loop is so small for pipe
- Thread starter mrswalker
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we did have a filling loop but the screw was to worn way to use so a plumber told me to change it. he said it was a staight forward job and would only take me 5 mins. i would call him but i dont really have the funds. so trying to sort it my self.
i did think that there would be a part i could but that fit the filling loop at one end and the boiler at the other. but im starting to think that it not that simple
i did think that there would be a part i could but that fit the filling loop at one end and the boiler at the other. but im starting to think that it not that simple
Good morning Mrs. W - I hope you don't mind me butting in!
I think the best way to sort this is to replace that washing machine tap with a compression brass 'tee' - Toolstation 48873. Then, a short stub of 15mm pipe plus the original filling loop nut and olive and you'll be able to connect up.
If you wanted a belt and braces job then you could always introduce another tap, Toolstation 67155 for example - but you'd need two short stubs of 15mm pipe.
(Sorry not bright enough to post pics - I'll get there some day
)
John
I think the best way to sort this is to replace that washing machine tap with a compression brass 'tee' - Toolstation 48873. Then, a short stub of 15mm pipe plus the original filling loop nut and olive and you'll be able to connect up.
If you wanted a belt and braces job then you could always introduce another tap, Toolstation 67155 for example - but you'd need two short stubs of 15mm pipe.
(Sorry not bright enough to post pics - I'll get there some day
)John
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Absolutely!
Indeed, that would be an excellent idea
This sort of job can be carried out by anyone reasonably competent - however, as with anything every silver lining has a cloud - but not a heavy one in this case!
There is a chance that after the old washing machine valve has been removed, the olives, which should be trapped on the original pipe may not seal into the new tee piece....this is unlikely though and can usually be sorted with a few turns of PTFE tape and some sealant.
If you do call a plumber he will have all he needs with him...but if you do decide to give it a go, remember you can always put the old bits back if you get unhappy with the job!
Be lucky
John
P.S B&Q should have all you need, assuming you have some spanners / grips!
J.
This sort of job can be carried out by anyone reasonably competent - however, as with anything every silver lining has a cloud - but not a heavy one in this case!
There is a chance that after the old washing machine valve has been removed, the olives, which should be trapped on the original pipe may not seal into the new tee piece....this is unlikely though and can usually be sorted with a few turns of PTFE tape and some sealant.
If you do call a plumber he will have all he needs with him...but if you do decide to give it a go, remember you can always put the old bits back if you get unhappy with the job!
Be lucky
John
P.S B&Q should have all you need, assuming you have some spanners / grips!
J.
Good morning Mrs. W - I hope you don't mind me butting in!
I think the best way to sort this is to replace that washing machine tap with a compression brass 'tee' - Toolstation 48873. Then, a short stub of 15mm pipe plus the original filling loop nut and olive and you'll be able to connect up.
If you wanted a belt and braces job then you could always introduce another tap, Toolstation 67155 for example - but you'd need two short stubs of 15mm pipe.
(Sorry not bright enough to post pics - I'll get there some day
John
Which is what i said 3 days ago
That looks like a washing machine valve which is 3/4 inch and your filling loop is 1/2 inch ?
Get rid of it and put a 15mm compression tee,a short piece of copper and then your filling loop will fit onto that
Absolutely, Mr. onecog ..... but your words of wisdom seemed to have been ignored
John
John
Absolutely, Mr. onecog ..... but your words of wisdom seemed to have been ignored
John
Even my wife ignores me
From your 'tee' piece, outwards to collect the filling loop or extra tap, courtesy of the backnut and olive.
John
John
Absolutely, Mr. onecog ..... but your words of wisdom seemed to have been ignored
John
Even my wife ignores me
You too
John
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