First of all Angela it can only be that someone has drained the system or there is a big leak. Since pipes often go under the floor you may not see it. If you look under the boiler ( or maybe inside the case) and you should see a flexible pipe which has shiny braiding on it. It should loop outwards from the copper pipe and return to a small tap. This puts water into the system. The setting on the gauge should be around 1.5 bar. Turn it off fully when you have the right pressure. If the pressure falls over a short time it is leaking somewhere. Mine only needs water every 2 months or so.
P.S. Is the flat rented? If yes your landlord is legally responsible for servicing and it must be done annually and a certificate provided.
Frank S
May 2007