Common pool boiler faults
The following are just some common examples of faulty swimming
pool boilers, it is not an exhaustive list and at all times
FlameFix recommend your boiler is regularly inspected.
Faults indicating a boiler requires servicing.
- Flames appear irregular or yellow
- Smell of fumes or gas - (turn off gas at the gas meter)speak
to Transco then call flamefix.
- Stains or smoke marks
around the appliance
- Overheating - temperature gauge goes above 80 degrees centigrade
- Pressure drops rapidly - boiler needs refilling more than
once a month
- Fan whines loudly or screeches
- Pilot goes out repeatedly
- Poor hot water
- Smell of fumes
- Smoke from flue indicating poor combustion (switchoff and
have this rectifed quickly, as the soot will build up and
clog the boiler in a short period of time
- Boiler repeatedly locks out.
Why use registered engineers?
 
We are re-assessed every five years to maintain our Registration
We have our work inspected from time to time by an independent
Inspector
Carry an identity card confirming the type of heating work
for which we are registered
Have to hold appropriate insurance to work in your home
We can (in England and Wales) self-certify work for which we
are Registered. This saves you time and money, as non-registered
technicians must, by law, notify Local Authority Building Control,
or submit plans when installing appliances. |
Annual servicing why bother?
Swimming pool boilers need regular servicing
to ensure your safety, that the appliance is operating efficiently
and as a requirement of Gas regulations; which recommend a
regular schedule of maintenance is carried out. Manufacurers
also recommend annual servicing and this often forms part of
their guarantee.
 From
2007 it will form part of the home
buyers packto ensure that details of maintenance
and repair work are recorded. Indeed Benchmark exisits
now, which requires all new appliances installed are
properly maintained.
Just as you would service your car and MOT it, gas appliances
should also be serviced. Landlordsare
required to MOT (gas safety check) their appliances and installations
BY LAW. It is a recommendation
for home owners, remember gas appliances are inherently safe
but the safety of your family and home, depend on those safety
devices working correctly. Don't put family and your safety at
risk from Carbon
monoxide poisoning or dangerous incidents. Ensure you regularly
service your gas appliances.
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