Black valve in image

[blueribbon]

Hello, I would like to know going by my image supplied if that black valve is open or closed? I would also like to move it so I can dangle the power cable so it doesn't touch anywhere near that hot pipe.

Is it normally left in this position?
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As you will see I have it pushed out slightly with a swab, but I would prefer to have the power cable dangle freely, it's a logic combi boiler esp1 35

 

[Scott_D]

It’s open
Leave it in this position

 

[blueribbon]

It’s open
Leave it in this position

Thanks, should I need to be concerned about the white pvc insulated power cable lying touching that same pipe?

 

[ShaunCorbs]

No your fine as it’s double insulated

 

[blueribbon]

No your fine as it’s double insulated

Thanks very much for your help.

 

[SimonG]

I would have thought heat resistant cable as well.

 

[blueribbon]

I would have thought heat resistant cable as well.

The boiler manual states 3 core PVC insulated, my understanding after reading some online info was that through time if the cable has been leaning against a hot pipe it could well harden and crisp the cable wire after a number of years.

 

[SimonG]

Well invest in a few cable ties and secure it away from the pipe for peace of mind.

 

[blueribbon]

Well invest in a few cable ties and secure it away from the pipe for peace of mind.

To be honest and as per my image there's not much cable length, though I'd already cut a swab and inserted it in place which pushes it away from the pipe.
Other course of action is moving the valve, upping the cable away from its current position, opening the valve again and I'll see what options I have then.

 

[Chalked]

It should be ok. But if your concerned, you can install a short piece of foam pipe insulation and cable tie the wire to it.

 

[blueribbon]

It should be ok. But if your concerned, you can install a short piece of foam pipe insulation and cable tie the wire to it.

I'll try that, will I get this (foam pipe insulation) at the likes of B&Q?

 

[Chalked]

I'll try that, will I get this (foam pipe insulation) at the likes of B&Q?

Yes
any diy store, or merchant.

 

[blueribbon]

Yes
any diy store, or merchant.

Cheers bud. will give it a go.