advice on movng a hot water cylinder

Corkey123

Hiya guys and gals

I'm considering moving the cylinder from the hot press into the attic to create space for an on going project. I intend to create a full insulated surround to avoid heating disapating in the attic, however I'd value the experience of those who might now better.

Anyone see any issues, etc.

Many t(h)anks

Martin

FX Meister

I'd imagine you would be better off just getting a new tank instead of moving the old one and the new ones come insulated already anyway. But are you sure this will work? I'm no expert but doesn't your water tank need to be above the hot water cylinder in order to fill it?

Corkey123

FX Meister

Excellent point - I knew I'd get some good points here. I will check that, though good point about the insulated tank.

Martin

rooferPete

Hi,

Depending on the age of the cylinder there is a chance that opening some of the fittings will crease the tank leaving a weak point or even pin holes.

The major issue will be can you raise the main storage tank above the cylinder ?

The (general) storage tank contains 60 gallons of water, while the cylinder contains 30 gallons, the reason the hot water can leave the cylinder from the top is the pressure in the storage tank is double that of the cylinder.

The storage tank is usually kept some 2 metres + above the cylinder, as high as possible gets you a better system in more ways than just pressure.

You may be able to use a combined cylinder / storage tank but they are not cheap so you may wish to double check how badly you need the space.

I expect JamesM or Pipers should be able to guide you better.

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Corkey123

Rooferpete

Many thanks for you comments, it does appear that the moment of the tank to the attic is not the best choice. I'll have to rethink my options. Any other contributions are welcome.

Cheers
martin

JamesM

rooferPete wrote:

Hi,

Depending on the age of the cylinder there is a chance that opening some of the fittings will crease the tank leaving a weak point or even pin holes.

The major issue will be can you raise the main storage tank above the cylinder ?

The (general) storage tank contains 60 gallons of water, while the cylinder contains 30 gallons, the reason the hot water can leave the cylinder from the top is the pressure in the storage tank is double that of the cylinder.

The storage tank is usually kept some 2 metres + above the cylinder, as high as possible gets you a better system in more ways than just pressure.

You may be able to use a combined cylinder / storage tank but they are not cheap so you may wish to double check how badly you need the space.

I expect JamesM or Pipers should be able to guide you better.

.

Pete, First of all I agree with all you have said above.
Secondly, I am not a qualified plumber, although I have spent over 30 years working in a closely related trade and do have a lot of experience.
Jim.

Corkey123

Thanks again guys. Plan have been changed based on the advice received .

regards
martin

pipers

Consider replacing it and put in in the floor below. They can be made in all shapes and sizes to suit. Make sure it is able to accomodate the increases head.

Corkey123

thanks pipers

All the advice was really appreciated.

Cheers
Martin