Clean
Use an appropriate cleaner and flushing method where debris, scale or old treatment needs to be removed.
WATER QUALITY AND SYSTEM CARE
ADEY Heating System Best Practices
Clean, protect and monitor the water circulating through a heating system.
This guide explains the role of cleaners, inhibitors, biocides, magnetic filters and water testing without replacing the instructions for the boiler, heat source or treatment product.
THE CARE CYCLE
Four Parts of Good Heating-System Care
The correct process depends on whether the system is new, existing or showing signs of contamination.
Capture debris
A suitable magnetic or dual-action filter can help collect circulating contamination before it reaches key components.
Protect
After cleaning and flushing, use the correct inhibitor or biocide where required by the system design and product guidance.
Test and maintain
Check water condition and treatment levels as part of commissioning and ongoing system maintenance.
PRODUCTS AT A GLANCE
See the Current ADEY Range
Current product photography makes it easier to distinguish the treatment, protection and filtration options before opening the full product details.
MC3+ Cleaner
For cleaning compatible systems before flushing and adding the specified protection.
MC1+ Protector
Corrosion and scale protection for compatible heating circuits after the system has been prepared.
MC10+ Biocide
Biocide treatment for compatible low-temperature and underfloor-heating systems.
MagnaClean filtration
Dual-action filtration designed to capture circulating contamination from compatible systems.
BEFORE TREATMENT
Check the Complete Heating System
Water treatment should be planned around the equipment, materials and existing water condition.
Identify the system
Confirm the heat source, components, pipe materials and whether underfloor heating is included.
Assess the water
Establish whether the system needs cleaning, protection, biological treatment or further investigation.
Record the work
Keep commissioning and service records, including products used and test results where applicable.
COMMON QUESTIONS
ADEY and System-Care Questions
Useful distinctions before choosing treatment products.
Is cleaner the same as inhibitor?
No. Cleaner is used to help remove contamination; inhibitor is used after preparation to help protect a compatible system. Follow the product-specific process.
Does every underfloor-heating system need biocide?
The requirement depends on the system design, water condition and applicable manufacturer guidance. Confirm the correct treatment for the specific installation.
Can I add a chemical without testing the system water?
Testing and understanding the existing treatment is the safer starting point, particularly where the system history is unknown.