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How to Turn on Heating in a Container House

Admin September 15, 2026

The method for turning on the heating in a container house depends on the type of heating system and valve type. Here are the common methods:

Central Heating System

  • Ball Valve: Locate the ball valves on the inlet and return pipes. Rotate the handle 90 degrees so that it is parallel to the pipe; the valve is now open. To close it, rotate the handle 90 degrees so that it is perpendicular to the pipe.
  • Gate Valve: Turn the handwheel clockwise until you feel resistance; the valve is now open. To close it, turn the handwheel counterclockwise.
  • Household Valve: When the handle is parallel to the valve body, the valve is unlocked and open. When the handle is perpendicular to the valve body and the marked red dots are in the same orientation, the valve is locked. To open it, ensure the handle is parallel to the valve body; to close it, twist the 'red dot on the handle' in the opposite direction to the 'red dot on the valve body'.

Independent Heating System

  • First, ensure that the boiler is properly installed and commissioned, and set the relevant parameters, such as temperature and pressure.
  • Locate the pipe valves; the opening method is similar to that of central heating. If it is a ball valve, rotate the handle 90 degrees to be parallel with the pipe to open it; if it is a gate valve, turn the handwheel clockwise until you feel resistance to open it.

Different Types of Valves

  • Handwheel Valve: Turn the handwheel to the right to open the valve and to the left to close it. Some handwheel valves may have signs or arrows indicating the direction; open it according to the arrow direction.
  • Handle Valve: Turn the handle to be in the same direction as the pipe to open the valve; rotate it 90 degrees to be perpendicular to the pipe to close it.
  • Manual Radiator Valve: Press and rotate the switch to unlock it, and then rotate it to the left or right according to your needs to adjust the temperature.
  • Electric Valve: Operate it using a remote control or control panel. Press the power button, select the appropriate temperature setting, press the confirm button, and the valve will control the heating operation according to the set temperature.