Climate Trak® Heating System
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1. O LO O LO LO LO LO LO CN CN v eoeds 1004 33 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists Viega IM PRCT 0209 34 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 gt lt C Z lt lt L O ED ED NSS lt gt lt gt EM A Climate Trak 9 Spacing BTU Output 1001 paysiuly 22 2122 eoeds 00 33 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists Climate Trak 12 Spacing BTU Output 100 paysiuly eoeds 10014 40 33 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists IM PR Climate Trak 0209 35 gt lt C Z LLI A lt lt L O ED ED ED NS lt gt lt gt E2. 2 3 Calculating the Supply Water Temperature Procedure 1 Locate desired BTU output from Radiant Wizard on left vertical axis IM PR Climate Trak 0209 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists For additional Climate Trak Heat 2 Follow to the right until you reach Transfer Plate BTU output charts the selected total R value curve refer to Appendix E 3 Then move down to the horizontal axis and read the supply water temperature 6 2 4 Calculating the Floor Procedure Example Surface Temperature 1 Locate desired output from Output needed 25 BTU h ft Radiant Wizard or other source This chart shows the relation on left vertical axis Room temperature 68 F between room temperature and floor surface temperature for floor 2 Follow to the right until you reach Temperature AT heating systems the curve from chart 12 F 3 Then move down to the horizontal Floor surface temperature axis and read the AT between the 68 F 12 F 80 F room temperature and the floor surface temperature The floor surface temperature will be 80 F with 25 BTU h ft output 4 Add the room temperature and and 68 F room temperature the AT to get the floor surface temperature Floor Surface Temperature Chart wwe fii Ltt Lt LLLLELLELELLLETLTTTEE 50 BTU HR FT 40 BTU HR FT 30 BTU HR FT 20 BTU HR FT2 B
3. 1 Tape Measure recommended 1 per person Heavy Duty Nail Cutter cleaning joists Rubber Mallet snapping tubing into Climate Traks Decoiler 2 3 4 5 Hammer bending nails miscellaneous 6 Chalk Line chalking joists for hole or plate placement 7 Wrench manifold connections 8 Tubing Cutter 9 Utility Knives deburring and opening boxes 10 Caulking Gun only with heat transfer plates e Miscellaneous 1 Safety Glasses highly recommended 2 Earplugs 3 Rolling Scaffolding or Sheet rocker Stilts or Ladders 4 Lights especially in basement applications 5 Broom IM PR Climate Trak 0209 32 R VALUE TABLE FLOOR COVERINGS APPENDIX D se wa we re Gypsum or Plaster Board 041 023 032 045 056 079 090 _ Particleboard medium density 013 027 040 053 093 106 Wafeboad 020 040 119 139 159 Cementboard 0 03 006 012 015 Grnte 0 02 004 006 oo Site 0 4 005 006 Rubber hard 042 024 036 048 072 096 Polyester Plush 048 096 144 240 288 336 Ash 030 045 075 105 120 Beech Tt 024 036 048 072 Chery 1 015 045 060 07
4. When Traks are cut be sure to debur them to avoid any tubing damage 13 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 5 Installing Tubing Begin to make non stressful teardrop type loops for each of the bays keeping loops small and manageable IM PR Climate Trak 0209 14 3 5 Installing the Tubing Continue making the teardrop loops being sure not to install any of the tubing into the Traks yet Keep loops fairly small and manageable to prevent twisting while keeping the loops easy to transfer tubing through 15 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 5 Installing Tubing Transfer tubing from the decoiler through loops until there is enough tubing to fill the final bay and make the run back to the manifold using the second set of drilled holes IM PR Climate Trak 0209 16 3 5 Installing Tubing Once the final bay is installed transfer tubing from coil to fill next bay and so on a 1 Fi JH wt L NOTE Tubing can be installed into Traks using a rubber mallet or a palm hammer with a medium plastic tip 17 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 5 Installing Tubing Continue transferring the tubing through the loops finishing one bay at a time grit sq oe de al Sara Hor in IM PR Climate Trak 0209 18 3 6 Post installation Foil Face or Radiant Barrier Insu
5. mn spring resistance is felt To lower water temperature turn key clockwise turn counterclockwise to raise it Note This calibration must be done with the boiler at its highest temperature the circulator running and all zones open Calibration Mark of Brass Key Tool rae Turn adjustment screw further clockwise until desired supply water temperature is obtained count quarter turns for reference This has to be done carefully and slowly because each quarter turn of the adjustment screw will result in approximately 15 F temperature reduction Wait until desired water temperature stays consistent af P 1 1 pU pes m E b ri Head Nut al BiU Valve Body ALA mors Tighten hex lock nut with wrench Do not overtighten To secure high limit adjustment hold slotted adjustment screw with brass key while tightening lock nut IM PR Climate Trak 0209 5 4 Initial Balancing Many times it is not possible to design the system using equal circuit lengths so the system must be balanced in order to ensure adequate flow to each circuit on a manifold Refer to your Radiant Wizard design program for detailed balancing Procedure 1 Start with all valves wide open 2 decrease flow turn the balancing valve clockwise in small increments
6. directly to the underside of the subfloor This is a fast lightweight application to install and provides the comfort of radiant heat the homeowner is looking for Climate Trak 1 Heavier aluminum than the Heat Transfer Plates Fastest installation time does not require Groove Tube Easiest to install Traks and tubing are installed separately so there is no struggling with the tubing while the fastening is being done Predrilled holes for ease of fastening with screws Comes in 4 or 8 long Traks that also help with installation time onap in groove for tubing maximizes contact between the aluminum and the PEX Tubing for efficient heat transfer Heat Transfer Plates 1 Made from thinner more flexible aluminum than the Climate Traks Comes in 20 long by 5 wide plates Requires a small bead of Groove Tube down the channel where the tubing is run right before installation IM PR Climate Trak 0209 2 SYSTEM DESIGN 2 1 Calculating a Materials List Multipliers For Climate Traks Tubing Plate Tubing Trak OC Size Multiplier Multiplier 1 Calculate the total heated area Example Heated Area 1 500 sq ft Calculating Number of Traks 2 Using the charts above and the total area calculate 8 Climate Traks 8 O C the total number of Traks Plates and amount of tubing needed for the job of Traks 1 500 sq ft x 18
7. for the most even heat distribution Dimensions in drawing are based on standard 2 by 8 2 by 10 or 2 by 12 floor joists on 16 centers Adjust spacing as needed when using engineered joists or different spacing Avoiding Obstructions 1 12 1 1 2 MN It is important not to install the Traks around objects that will restrict the tubing from being installed into the Traks In the example below if the Traks were run on the inside of the dropping pipe you would find that the tubing would be unable to be snapped in This is why the Traks are shown going to the outside of the dropping pipe IM PR Climate Trak 0209 10 3 2 Clearing the Bays lf support crosses can be easily removed take them out to clear bays for easier installation of the plates and Traks If crosses are unable to be removed DO NOT drop tubing below them and resume on the other side install both plates and tubing above crosses so that no area is lost Nails must also be removed from bays Whether you cut them grind them or carefully bend them over be careful not to damage the finished floor above When cutting nails be sure to wear safety glasses 11 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 3 Drilling Tubing Holes Determine where the manifold will be located then from there decide which end of the bays the tubing will be returning down Use a right angle drill with a 1 1 4 bit to drill a series of holes through each floor joist Be sure to k
8. have joined the ranks of heating system installers across the country who believe there is no substitute for quality Viega has a history of bringing high quality and innovative technology to the hydronic marketplace in North America It is the business of our engineers to research and develop complete systems that provide you the most effective and easy to use products available In the following pages you will be guided through the system design layout installation and start up of our Climate Trak System We look forward to sharing our history in the making with you Call 800 976 9819 for your local representative and wholesale location E 1 System Overview APPENDIX A 1 4 Application Benefits 4 Making a Press 30 2 System Design APPENDIX B 2 1 Calculating a Materials 5 5 SVC Compression Coupling 3 8 5 8 31 2 2 Heat Loss Calculations for Floor Heating Syst APPENDIX 23 Calculating the Supply Water Temperature 6 Recommended Tools for Installation 32 2 4 Calculating the Floor Surface Temperature 7 2 5 Calculating the Pressure Drop 8 D C 33 2 6 Selecting a Circulator 9 Rid 3 Climate Trak Heat Transfer Plate APPENDIX Supply Water Temperature BTU Output Charts 3
9. refer to Basic Heating 18002 Control diagrams 15061 16018 18008 18020 Supply Sensor System Pump 3 Position Actuator Return Manifold 3 Position Actuator Air Eliminator Back Flow Preventor Cold Water Supply Reducing Valve Expansion Tank Supply Manifold IM PR Climate Trak 0209 20 4 2 MULTIPLE TEMPERATURE RADIANT SYSTEM WITH BOILER MODULATION AND OPTIONAL DHW CONTROL Note If the heat loss and Stock Code required water temperature varies Quantity Stock Code throughout a building a multiple Mixing Station 2 12120 12125 water temperature system may 1805 i i B Heat trol 1601 be required To add an additional temperature system pipe Indoor Sensor 16016 another Mixing Station with the Three Position Actuator for Station 18003 necessary controls 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Outlets 15012 022 Based on job requirements Outdoor Sensor Indoor Sensor B H C amp B H C I 2 Supply Sensor added REGES System Pump 3 Position actuator Primary Loop Sizing Copper Pipe Size inch 3 4 How Rate a fe ow om Heat Carrying Capacity BTU h Based on 6 FPS 23 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 4 3 Zone Wiring Important Note Installation by a licensed electrician A manifold system allows any is recommended Installation and one or more of the circuits to
10. use of this equipment should be be adapted for control by a in accordance with provisions of thermostat The following are the U S National Electric Code typical zone wiring schematics applicable local code and pertinent Detailed wiring diagrams are industry standards provided with products Wiring Schematic One Zone Application Digital Thermostat CCRW NIC A B Floor sensor 120 VAC INPUT Note Digital Thermostats can control up to 4 powerheads Digital Thermostat Note 4 Zone Control 18060 can operate 8 powerheads 6 Zone Control 18062 can operate 16 powerheads SYSTEM CIRCULATOR DHW CIRCULATOR NEUTRAL 120 VAC HOT IM PR Climate Trak 0209 E L5 SYSTEM START UP 5 SYSTEM START UP 5 1 Station and Actuator Installation Based on job requirements Bu Y af fn mu f emm 1 Mount the Mixing Station using the mounting brackets 2 Make the press connection for the supply and return lines to the Mixing Station on the copper tee Install tees as close as possible to keep pressure difference at a minimum 3 Connect the supply and return lines by soldering on a ViegaPEX Press adapter then pressing on ViegaPEX Barrier FostaPEX 4 Use the SVC Compression or PEX Press Adapters to connect the ViegaPEX Barrier lines to the manifold 25 5 Remove the grey cap from the diverting valve on t
11. 285 3593 Ss o x S8ro0 5bol225 E525 SP E 5 8 8885 57 594 ZD Nd 52800 8 958 858 25 N Soga ax a lt IM PR Climate Trak 0209 2 6 Selecting a Circulator Pump The pump must have a capacity equal to the system flow rate and a head equal to the system pressure loss These two system characteristics are the primary ones in selecting a pump Flow rates come from the Radiant Wizard program Pressure drop comes from section 2 5 Calculating the Pressure Drop or from the Radiant Wizard program Remember that for pressure drop use the highest pressure drop of all the circuits fed by their circulator If the circulator can overcome that pressure drop then it can overcome all the others Procedure 1 Locate the pressure drop on the left vertical axis 2 Locate the total system flow rate on the bottom horizontal axis 3 Follow to the intersection of both variables 4 Select the pump with a curve higher than this point Se Example Up sp AI Total GPM through 1 2 ViegaPEX Barrier 5 GPM Longest circuit pressure drop 10 ft of head Ex Pump selected Low Head Pump A gt Lamm ew e pem ove eme ose Without Check Valve Without Check Valve Flow GPM 9 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 CLIMATE TRAK HEAT TRANSFER PLATE SYSTEM INSTALLATION 3 1 Pre Installation Tip Page Place the Traks
12. 4 System Installation 31 Pre installation Tip 10 APPENDIX F 3 2 Clearing 11 Making a Materials List 37 3 3 Drilling Tubing 12 3 4 Attaching the 5 13 3 5 Installing the Tubing 14 3 6 Post installation 19 4 Piping and Controls 4 1 Mixing Station and Manifolds 20 4 2 Single and Multiple Temperature Schematics 21 AS 2008 24 5 System Start up 5 1 Station and Actuator Installation 25 5 2 Purging and Pressure Testing System 26 5 3 Adjusting the High Limit 27 54 Initial 28 6 Finish Flooring 6 1 Choosing a Finished 29 3 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW 1 1 Application Benefits Climate Traks and Heat Transfer Plates are designed for retrofit applications or in applications where the buildup above the subfloor is a concern These types of applications are not the most efficient kind of radiant heating compared to systems such as Viega Climate Panel and Viega Snap Panel but deliver the comfort of having warm floors and full radiant heating throughout the house Both methods utilize ViegaPEX Barrier Tubing and attach
13. 5 090 105 120 Elm Oak 05 045 075 0590 120 Cedar 028 046 069 15 138 161 184 Fro ts 045 060 075 0590 120 Hemlock 018 036 054 072 126 Pine 1 020 040 120 140 160 Redwood 020 040 oso oso 100 120 140 160 Spue 1 020 oso oso 120 140 160 33 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 gt lt C Z LLI A lt lt L O ED ED ED NS lt gt lt gt EM A A _ Climate Trak 6 Spacing BTU Output 1001 paysiuly eee gee See eee ee VI EE B Eu HE eoeds 1001410 3u n18 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists Climate Trak 8 Spacing BTU Output Joo Jqns 100 peusiurJ Jo V 2 B E E E i purga DILE LN Tl I E E E m NI D
14. Climate Trak Heating System Installation Manual ic 4 5 February 2009 NEN Disclaimer Systems should be protected from freezing at all times Proper insulation or glycol mixture may be needed in system if not used for an extended period of the heating season IM PR Climate Trak 0209 Working with Viega is the perfect solution Viega researches develops and produces complete system solutions for contractors in the technical building installation business The components are produced at our plants or are supplied exclusively by the finest quality manufacturers Each of our systems is developed in house and tested under stringent quality control conditions to guarantee safety and efficient operation An international company with a national commitment Viega recognizes that many of the advances in our industry have their beginnings in Europe However that does not mean North America deserves anything less Therefore we have been the pioneer in combining technology from both sides of the Atlantic into the very best plumbing and heating systems for our customers Our goal is to remain in the forefront of the plumbing and heating industry well into the new century and with our advanced products and a determination to remain the quality leader we are convinced this accomplishment is well within our reach Welcome By choosing to install a Climate Trak System you
15. M A A _ Climate Trak 16 Spacing BTU Output 1001 paysiuly Te oo r N 190 eoeds 1003410 3 u n18 Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists Climate Trak 18 Spacing BTU Output 1001 1 peusiurJ anjeA H LO e LO LO LO O LO O LO e CN N T T eoeds 10014 Jo Supply Water Temperature F Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between joists Viega IM PRCT 0209 36 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 MAKING A MATERIAL LIST APPENDIX CLIMATE TRAK MATERIAL WORKSHEET 8ft Climate Traks _ Heated Area Multipier Estimated Amount e 2 23 J4 J Spacing Spacing J J J Add6 12 Spacing o 42 dj Speng J 2 0 18 Spacing 4ft Climate Traks Net Heated Area Estimated Amount 6 Spaig 04 8 Spe
16. Note Remove red caps and turn balancing valves with included allen key Valves are hidden to prevent tampering IM PR Climate Trak 0209 Balancing Valves 28 6 FINISH FLOORING 6 1 Choosing a Finished Floor There are three common types of finished floors used in residential construction wood floors tile vinyl and carpet When picking a finished floor the lower the R value the better radiant heat will work When using tile the R value will be low and therefore will work very well with your radiant system Appendix D on page 33 lists some common tiles and their R values Vinyl flooring is another common choice for kitchens and baths and has a low R value Using carpet over radiant heating requires careful planning Viega s recommendation for a covering over a radiant system is to not exceed a total of a 2 5 R value the carpet pad plus the carpet itself Remember that the pad and the carpet are insulators and will restrict the heat from getting into the room so keeping the R value of the pad and the carpet low is a must in below subfloor application Appendix D on page 33 lists some carpet and pad R values It may be necessary to add supplemental heat or install hydronic baseboards in rooms with heavy carpeting see Viega s Combiflex system There are many questions regarding hardwood flooring over radiant heating Armed with knowledge and a few precautions hardwood floors and
17. TU HR FT OF FLOOR SPACE 10 BTU HR FT i it 10 F 15 F 20 F 25 F BTU HR FT BETWEEN ROOM TEMPERATURE AND FLOOR SURFACE TEMPERATURE 7 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 10 0 5 IM 8 00 AA AA 5 AHA 5 00 S 3 00 ar Y s 5 3 2 00 5 XN i NV W 5 c t o i D P XA 1 00 O 5 m 4 C ALLY AZ 0 80 d aite 5 oc S s 5 E Vo 183 I pe NAN NUTT S oso 3 E 001 i gis 6 fd ay d lt LL gt E832 OTN AN 5 AgS 5 VE p 0 20 N N 7 585 NN M 5 E 5 UL X o 5 2 0 10 gt o 5 2 o 5 A ALEO NAO AUNAP AAA AANA eee eee 0 08 5 5 Mog E i 4 WNN 2 MN 0 05 7 004 2 2 g NINE 3S g B 8 0 03 035 588 8 22 NE LNA 225 85 So 2059 L258 5 2 38 8285 cee PB lege P2 Bor 51 M at SE P9525 23 Base bs KL OR 20
18. ates 19 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 4 PIPING AND CONTROLS 4 1 Mixing Station and Manifolds In many applications either an Injection or Mixing Station can be used however because a staple up system generally uses 10 20 higher water temperature Viega recommends only using a Mixing Station with this type of application Mixing Station Includes 2 Ball valves 1 Pump low medium high 1 Diverting valve with integrated high temp limit 2 6 5 8 Spacing mounting brackets Options Two position actuator Three position actuator 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Includes 2 6 5 8 Spacing brackets for compact remote mounting 2to12 Outlets per header 2to12 Balancing valves supply header for flow adjustment from 0 2 GPM 2to12 Shut off valves on return header designed to receive powerheads 15061 Built in purge valves and air bleeders 1 1 4 Union Connections 1 NPT removable end caps Reducers HE Other Manifolds Available e 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Shut Off Balancing Flow Meters e 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Valveless e 1 Brass Manifold when using the brass manifold an accessory kit is needed for proper air elimination and purging Options Powerheads Circuit temperature gauges used with Stainless Shut Off Balancing Flow Meters only SVC circuit flow meters e SVC circuit ball valves Reducers for direct station attachment needed
19. d of tubing 6 Engage press tool perpendicular over press sleeve and close tool jaws IM PR Climate Trak 0209 4 Insert compression fitting into 5 Check full tubing insertion at view tubing and engage fully hole of sleeve For emergency release turn Screw 7 Start tool ratchet until automatic 8 Warning The connection is not tool release occurs at proper leakproof when the tool has been compression force opened by emergency release 30 Viega IM PRCT 0209 SVC COMPRESSION COUPLING 3 8 5 8 APPENDIX 1 Square off tubing to proper length Slide 2 Slide tubing over end of SVC adapter pushing it on compression nut up tubing and slip brass ferrule fully until tubing is flush with shoulder of fitting over tubing 3 Insert adapter into SVC coupling and tighten 4 Repeat the same procedure for the other side of the compression nut to SVC coupling to secure SVC compression coupling adapter Re tighten compression nut slightly after 30 mins 31 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION APPENDIX Installation Power Tools Staple Gun with swivel connected hose staples 7 16 1 2 crown by 3 4 1 Compressor 1 5 2 hp Radial Arm Chop Saw for cutting Traks Right Angle Drill with bit kit 1 1 4 for drilling joists Palm Hammer medium plastic hammer tip Screw Gun 3 4 1 tech screws Nail Grinder 4 1 2 Installation Hand Tools
20. eep holes at least 3 from the subfloor to avoid floor nails although having the holes centered would be the best for structural strength Map out the circuits and determine which bays go to which circuits Be careful not to exceed maximum circuit length for the size of tubing you are using 3 8 300 ft 1 2 400 ft rS a i deg NOTE Be sure check with local building codes to ensure no structural damage will occur with drilling the joists IM PR Climate Trak 0209 12 3 4 Attaching the Traks Plates Start attaching the Traks via staples or zip screws staples 7 16 1 2 crown by 3 4 1 depending upon subfloor thickness putting in 18 20 staples for an 8 ft piece and 10 12 staples for a 4 ft piece zip screws 3 4 1 depending on subfloor thickness Begin attaching Traks 8 10 from the closest hole that was drilled to allow ample room for tubing to turn Continue to install Traks the entire length of the bay or to where desired circuit ends keeping the space in between Traks to around 1 Stop Trak installation 12 16 short of where you want circuit to end i e wall main beam room above to allow for a non stressful loop When stapling up Traks be sure to keep staple gun square to avoid staple deflection Safety glasses and ear protection are recommended D2 NOTE Traks should be attached as flush as possible to the subfloor for best heat transfer NOTE
21. for stainless manifolds only Note It is important to use Teflon tape and thread sealant paste on all connections without gaskets IM PR Climate Trak 0209 20 4 2 SINGLE TEMPERATURE RADIANT SYSTEM The Basic Heating Control is selected to modulate system Material Quantity temperature fluctuates Multiple zones be incorporated by Basic Heating Control 16015 Zone Control 15900 910 Three Position Actuator for Station 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Outlets Based on job requirements Heat Carrying Capacity BTU hr 4 Copper Pipe Size 2 220000 45 450 000 Lo 8 2 45 _ Rate and Heat Carrying Capacity calculation based on a 20 F temperature drop across the system E Note All schematics are conceptual The designer must determine whether this application will work in the system and must ensure compliance with national and local code requirements Boiler trim expansion tank fill valve relays etc supplied by others 21 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 4 2 SINGLE TEMPERATURE RADIANT SYSTEM WITH BOILER MODULATION AND OPTIONAL DHW CONTROL The Advanced Heating Control Stock Code incorporates low temperature mixing provides boiler modulation 12120 12125 and the option of domestic hot 16014 water control with priority 16016 Optional DHW sensor may be in 18003 tank or on outlet piping If boiler and DHW control are not needed
22. g and boiler valves Reset high limit kit and reinstall actuator onto diverting valve 4 P Supply Manifold Note If the tubing is damaged repair punctured section with a compression coupling 26 5 Any remaining air pockets in the system will be eliminated through the automatic air vent after a few hours of constant circulation NOTE If the system must be purged again in the future for any reason the high limit kit must be reopened during purging for full flow Diverting Valve Contractor Maintain pressure during the installation of the finish floor to simplify leak detection if tubing is damaged 5 3 Adjusting the High Limit Kit three way valve to allow a maximum supply water temperature to be set This kit must be unscrewed when Operation purging the system and should then be set according to the instructions The Mixing Station is provided with a below preinstalled temperature High Limit Kit This kit is installed into the Fi This cap can used to adjust the water temperature 4 manually Valve Body qr 1 Remove grey plastic cap nM Lack Mut A Body Loosen up hex lock nut with brass key tool Le 7 Brass Key Tool T Valve Body Use opposite side of brass Ey key tool and turn inner al adjustment screw slotted d in clockwise until valve
23. he Mixing Station and screw the actuator on hand tight T Perform step 5 after the system has been filled and purged refer to section 5 2 for procedure IM PR Climate Trak 0209 5 2 Purging and Pressure Testing the System Operation Purging 1 Attach drain hose to purge valve hose connection on return header and open valve 2 Close all but one balancing valve on supply header under red caps turn with 5mm allen key Close isolation ball valve on boiler return line Remove plastic dust cap or temperature controller from diverting valve and make sure that high limit kit is fully open Pressure Testing Before the finish floor is installed the radiant system must be pressure tested Air or water may be used as the medium The following procedure is recommended by Viega Check the local building codes for compliance or additional test requirements Procedure 1 Double check all connections to manifold to ensure proper seal 2 Connect manifold pressurization kit 1 to any purge valve 2 3 Pressurize the system to 80 psi to detect potential nail or screw penetrations 4 The system should hold the 80 psi for a minimum of 24 hours IM PR Climate Trak 0209 3 Open boiler fast fill valve to purge circuit After purging first circuit close red balancing valve and open next one Continue with one circuit at a time until all circuits have been purged 4 Close purge valve and open all balancin
24. ing 435 Jj 9 Speing 35 o 12 29239 d Speng Pt de Speng 4e m J 9 Tubing 3 8 1 2 NetHeated Area Multipier Estimated Amount G6 Speng 22 Jj Spacing Et Spacing 4118 J J 12 Spacing oU 16 Spacing 18 Spacing 1 Brass Manifold Accessory Set thermostats Manifold PEX Press Adapters O OOOO S Manifold Compression PEX Adapters These charts are intended for conceptual purposes only there may be variations in each job 37 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 38 IM PRCT 0209 39 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 Professional products service and training for professional contractors Rely on Viega for the most complete line of high tech high quality plumbing heating and snow melting systems available today plus the most comprehensive customer field support in the industry Dedicated to education Viega has been recognized by industry professionals as offering some of the most innovative informative and interactive training Courses We have a comprehensive list of sessions in a variety of forms from half day workshops to rigorous three day ProP
25. lation Insulation should always be used Li Lh Lh ll A ML in a staple up radiant installation 1 2 Ideally there should 1 2 Air Gap air gap in between the insulation and the Traks Plates However the air gap should only be left if that space is considered a dead air space absolutely no air current through it whether it be from an outside wall from below or through holes in the subfloor d Insulation Blockin To create a dead air space begin 3 by insulating the outside ends of the joist bays with a separate piece of insulation insulation blocking between the top of the foundation and the bottom of the subfloor to keep cold air from entering through sills and outside walls Any air current through this space will decrease the performance of the system and the insulation By insulating outside walls sealing any large gaps in the subfloor and ensuring that the insulation is tight From Decoiler against the joist this will create To Manifold a situation where the air gap is beneficial to the performance of the system Note When using expanding foam insulation on and around the PEX tubing please contact the manufacturer of the foam or Viega for PEX compatability issues Some foams my cause excessive heat if If a dead air space is unable to be achieved then the insulation improperly This excessive heat may cause damage to should be pushed up lightly against the Traks Pl
26. ly high near the bottom 29 of the plank cupping upward will exaggerating cracks Dry Shrinkage HIT lt a i u UU Wye LC J J If the moisture content is relatively high near the top surface of the plank it will crown downward on the edges Wet Expansion Sources from below Inadequate moisture barrier Ground water wicking through the slab e Unsealed subfloor Sources from above High relative humidity Both solid plank flooring and engineered wood floors are acceptable choices over radiant heating Choosing narrower planks and harder woods minimizes dimensional change in the wood Engineered wood flooring usually has less expansion and contraction and can be a good choice to minimize gaps between planks Note Follow the flooring manufacturer s installation manual or NOFMA s National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association manual IM PR Climate Trak 0209 MAKING A PRESS CONNECTION APPENDIX When piping a Mixing Station to a primary loop FostaPEX is suggested This method will produce a higher quality outcome while reducing installation time Follow these steps each time you make a FostaPEX connection 1 Square off tubing to 2 Insert FostaPEX tubing into prep proper length tool Push and turn tool until no more resistance is felt and tool spins freely This step applies to FostaPEX only 3 Slide press sleeve fully over en
27. of Traks 270 3 Using the circuit length chart calculate the total Sold in packages of 20 number of circuits needed round up to order 14 boxes Calculating Amount of Tubing Amount of Tubing 1 500 sq ft x 1 7 Amount of Tubing 2 550 ft Calculating Number of Circuits x25 BTU ft Amount of Tubing 2 550 ft 2550 ft 400 ft 2 6 375 of 1 2 circuits 7 5 IM PR Climate Trak 0209 2 2 Heat Loss Calculations for Floor Heating Systems Using Radiant Wizard The easy to use Radiant Wizard program will help calculate the heat loss of any residential building Based on ASHRAE formulas the Radiant Wizard will also perform a full multi temperature room by room detailed design while calculating a materials list and price for your system A step by step user manual is provided with the program to help you with the process Available in the program is a full list of all Viega ProRadiant and PureFlow products product instructions specification sheets manuals and catalogs Once Radiant Wizard is installed on your computer updating to the latest version 15 quick and easily accomplished online Contact your local Viega District Manager to receive a copy of the Radiant Wizard program Climate Trak 8 Spacing BTU Output pop ee ee ee ee ee BTU h ft of Floor Space Total R Value of Finished Floor Above Subfloor
28. radiant heat will work well together There are two important issues 1 Floor surface temperatures 2 Moisture Floor Surface Temperatures For many builders a reluctance to install hardwood floors over radiant heat stems from problems associated with incorrect control of the floor surface temperatures e Today modern insulation and building techniques allow a radiant floor to stay cooler than the floor of the average sunroom e The floor surface temperature should not exceed 85 F refer to section 2 4 to calculate the floor surface temperature Also be careful when using multiple or high R value area rugs over hardwood flooring Your radiant heating system must be designed with this additional R value taken into account in order to perform properly If the system was designed for bare wood flooring adding area rugs may lead toa situation where heat output is diminished Moisture Allow the radiant system to run for at least a week before installing the hardwood This will ensure that the subfloor is dry Wood flooring should be acclimated to the job site before installation When checking the moisture content of the subfloor and wood flooring with a moisture meter aim for a reading of 6 to 8 Moisture will affect the hardwood floor with or without a radiant system Moisture absorption causes wood to swell e Moisture loss causes wood to shrink If the moisture content of the wood is relative
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