Climate Panel™ Heating System
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1. 99 139 159 003 9 06 00 Tile 00 025 Game 59 oo 90 905 9 912 os 060 072 056 Polyester Push os o 144 192 288 336 384 Hardwood Ash 939 96 99 055 090 16 oa 9 o 5 oo os 9 080 105 120 Maps 59 ose oss 9 0s roa 08 94s 06 o9 1 120 ose 18 Fr eis 0 045 06 055 9s 10 120 Chemo o os oso 10 126 144 Pme 94 10 12 14 19 Redwood 940 10 120 140 160 Spruce o 59 10 120 14 16 Engineered Flooring Viega IM PRCP 0208 SUPPLY WATER TEMPERATURE BTU OUTPUT CHARTS APPENDIX F BTU h ft of Floor Space BTU h ft of Floor Space Viega IM PRCP 0208 Climate Panel 7 Above Subfloor R 0 25 50 R 1 0 Based on 68 F room temperature 45 1 with R19 insulation between joists 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 70 180 190 Supply2. N A 5 T MEE NON N x 2 N x NN A N NN N x 9 O 2 f U T strip width for th rows of Climate P Ist insert a turnarou Keep a distanc a good tool use for trimming the aluminum urnarounds Note An utility knife is i Viega IM PRCP 0208 Step 6 Install the Climate Panels then the Cut turnaround pieces in area shown at the U turns same angle as the wall to maximize heated fF N area while minimizing the area that needs to be filled in especially along the exterior walls You can also cut U Turn strips Into sections and customize the use of the strips D Drill supply and return oblong holes 1 by 2 long After the holes are drilled use a chisel if needed to create a smooth ramp like surface for which the drop elbows are to be inserted Install the plastic elbow sleeves for all tubing subfloor penetrations 25 Viega IM PRCP 0208 KS 2 6 7 2 1 S V THE 777 SS 2 SS SS 2 4 3 Assembled Climate against the U Turn OR he staggered ends of the system to make the end S N M 17 1 q BY 77 D 7 N 7 1 227 CS 2 2 against the U Turn then 2 the other half to start t
3. C below to create a piping and 10 Panels 03 220 control material list These charts are intended for conceptual 00 purposes there may be U Turns variations in each job Tubing 7 Spacing 149 Groove Tube Screws 40 Staples ou Tubing 107 Spacing 314 4 T Piping and Controls Material Worksheet One room application material Material List worksheet Mixing Station Fouts BasicHeating Consol o oes Compression Pex aaps worksheet MngSaon 0 MAdwncedHeaingConro O O oOo x Au 10 ZeeCowd Thermostat Fostex 1 PessAdaes Compression Pex Adapers 00 Viega IM PRCP 0208 46 MIXING STATION PUMP CURVES APPENDIX H Low head pump curve Medium head pump curve High head pump curve 20 15 10 5 10 15 20 5 0 Total Head In Feet Total head in feet Total head in feet Capacity In U S GPM Dimensions and Electrical Data Electrical Data Electrical Data Electrical Data 1 25 10 180 115 4 7 185 1 12 10mF 180V 245 1 6 10mF 180V 47 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Professional products service and training for professional contractors Rely on Viega for the most complete line of high tech high quality plumbing
4. E975 885 9 5 5 Oc 25524 88595 P5990 52 Wd LO 0 Ls F lt oo ze ei IM PRCP 0208 13 3 6 Selecting the Pump Procedure 1 Locate the pressure drop on the left vertical axis The pump must have a capacity equal to the system flow rate and a 2 Locate the total system flow rate on the bottom horizontal axis head equal to the system pressure loss These two system 3 Follow to the intersection of both variables characteristics are the primary ones in selecting a pump Flow rates 4 Select the pump with a curve higher than this point come from the Radiant Wizard program Example Total GPM through 5 16 PEX 10 gom Pressure drop comes from section Longest circuit pressure drop 12 ft of head 3 5 Calculating the Pressure Drop Pump selected Medium Head Pump or in 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 Low head pump curve Medium head pump curve High head pump curve 20 D 9 L s E E S 10 S 2 2 I 5 S 5 10 15 20 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 Capacity In U S GPM Capacity in U S GPM Dimensions and Electical Data Electrical Data Electrical Data Electrical Data 115 74 1 25 10mF 180V 1 12 10m
5. Features e Mixing reset floating or variable speed output Boiler reset Domestic hot water control optional add sensor 16 018 see below Mixing valve and pump exercising Stock Code Part Description 16 014 Control 16 016 Optional Indoor Sensor 16 018 Optional Universal Sensor for DHW viega mm THERMOSTAT BASIC Basic 24 V three wire room thermostat for radiant heating applications Live anticipator to match response of radiant heating systems Adjustable from 43 to 86 F Flip up cover provides clean appearance LED indicator to show call for heat simplifies installation and troubleshooting Stock Code Part Description 18 029 Thermostat Basic ZONE CONTROL 5 or 6 zone Control Box for thermostats and powerheads Switchable for demand or outdoor pump control 50 VA internal transformer included 120 VAC supply cord included for simple plug in applications 24 V output for powerheads Dry pump relay contacts to activate the Pump and Boiler Relay Stock Code Part Description 18 032 Zone Control 6 Zones 120 VAC 18 035 Fuses for Zone Control POWERHEAD FOR STAINLESS MANIFOLD Fits Viega s stainless manifold return valves to provide individual zone control 24 VAC normally closed Connects to standard Zone Control or can be wired directly with thermostats For use ONLY with stainless manifolds not compatible with 1 brass manifolds Stock Code Part Description 15 061 24 V 3VA for Stainless Mani
6. Viega IM PRCP 0208 18 4 CLIMATE PANEL INSTALLATION 4 1 Layout Planning To avoid waste and to have equal circuit lengths a carefully planned layout should be done First determine where the manifold should be installed Hemember the manifold must be accessible When calculating number of circuits always round up Keep length of each circuit in the same room equal 2 or less 5 16 ViegaPEX Barrier 250 feet 200 feet Calculating number of circuits Total amount of tubing Maximum circuit length of circuits Manifold is located in basement supplying circuits from below Continue serpentine pattern Supply and return lines drop below subfloor to the manifold in the basement The whole circuit including supply and return lines kept on top of the subfloor Circuit 3 Circuit Circuit 1 Exterior wall 2 m Bring the start of the circuit to the exterior wall first then work your way back Manifold Manifold is located in the wall with access panel Circuit 3 Circuit Circuit 1 2 Bring the start of the circuit to the exterior wall first then work your way back Manifold 19 Viega IM PRCP 0208 4 2 Panel Installation Step 1 Decide the proper direction of the Climate Panels Tile finish floor Carpet or vinyl finish floor Hardwood finish floor If tiles will be installed over the If the finish floor will be carpet Where hardwood flooring will be Climate Panels run the p
7. Radiant SYSTEMS Installation Manual ra lt October 2007 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 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 Panel System you have joined the ranks of heating system
8. 15 044 1 1 4 M NPT x 1 F NPT MANIFOLD EXTENSION ADAPTERS Use male adapters to make a PEX Press connection between ViegaPEX or FostaPEX tubing and a female NPT thread Use male NPT threaded elbows to make a 90 degree PEX Press connection between ViegaPEX or FostaPEX tubing and a female NPT thread Stock Code Part Description 60 545 3 4 PEX Press x 1 M NPT Straight 60 560 1 PEX Press x 1 NPT Straight 62 545 3 4 PEX Press x 1 M NPT Elbow 62 560 1 PEX Press x 1 M NPT Elbow SVC COMPRESSION PEX ADAPTERS These compression fittings attach PEX tubing to Viega manifolds or other SVC connections Stock Code Part Description 19 007 5 16 PEX x SVC 19 008 3 8 PEX x SVC 19 009 1 2 PEX x SVC 19 010 5 8 PEX x SVC 19 011 3 4 PEX x SVC BASIC HEATING CONTROL This basic electronic outdoor reset control modulates ystem water temperature as outdoor temperature fluctuates Features Modulating mixing valve control Supply temperature high limit e Seasonal pump activation Boiler activation Mixing valve and pump exercising Stock Code Part Description 16 015 Control 16 016 Optional Indoor Sensor ADVANCED HEATING CONTROL This advanced control incorporates all of the features of the basic control plus much more In addition to low temperature mixing this control provides boiler modulation and the option of domestic hot water control with priority Operates either a floating actuator or variable speed pump for injection
9. 4 staples such as Senco 17 5 per side 10 per panel D P Viega IM PRCP 0208 22 Start installing Climate Panels along the chalk line Do not butt them against the wall because walls are not always straight or square Step 4 opened bundle in half to create a straight mpletely flush with the first row ams re the ACP is co cut an un already fastened down before you begin to fasten the ACPs After the first row of ACPs has been laid out begin to stagger se To begin ACP installation edge to begin with Be su Stagger the Climate Panels lt lt 9 M 7777 3 2 7 4 gt gt gt gt Always stagger Climat Note A 12 chop saw is a good tool N Z 7 Panel 2 a E i 09 ej utting the Climate Panels to use Tor c f and ACPs 9 E 9 x p 23 Viega IM PRCP 0208 23 pansion even walls adjustments urns to first put down the aluminum Sometimes due to large ex rrect tracks and fasten When laying down U turn strips be sure she in each U turn bundle After the aluminum is laid out align Install the Climate Panels then the Step 5 U turns gt SS gt 1 NND 71 4 2 2 Ss f 47 1 INRY r 17 in t tw Y 4
10. BTU 3 Then move down to the Floor surface temperature output and floor surface temperature horizontal axis and read the AT 68 F 12 F 80 F plays an important role in certain between the room temperature finished floor applications see page and the floor surface temperature The floor surface temperature 41 for more information on finished will be 80 F with 25 BTU h ft 2 flooring 4 Add the room temperature and output and 68 F room the AT to get the floor surface temperature Viega recommends that the floor temperature surface temperature should not exceed 85 F because of potential damage to hardwod flooring Also at this temperature the floor Floor Surface Temperature Chart will begin to feel hot to the touch rather than comfortable 60 BTU HR FT2 In rooms that require a BTU output PET TTT TTT TT ET TE TE EE causing the floor surface temperature to exceed 85 F wall heat or some kind of supplemental heat will need to be added 50 BTU HR FT 11141111 40 2 4 1 1 1 11411111 11111111141111 30 BTU HR FT2 oO BTUHRFE PCEEETTTTTTZLLLLLLLLLLELLLLL PAHA BTU HR FT OF FLOOR SPACE 10 BTU HR FT 0 BTU HR FT 0 5 F 10 F 15 F 20 F 25 F BETWEEN ROOM TEMPERATURE AND FLOOR SURFACE TEMPERATURE Viega IM PRCP 0208 12 10 0 RSA NON ee eee 4 8 00 UC A er NTT S 41 1 1 1414111 1 41 60 I
11. INCH MANIFOLDS These 1 inch diameter supply and return manifolds come with 6 5 8 spacing brackets for compact remote mounting The manifold can be attached easily to the Viega Mixing Station or Injection Station by switching to 11 spacing brackets included with Injection Station This system provides balancing and shut off valves Used with flow rates up to 13 GPM Stock Code Part Description 15 012 2 outlets 15 013 3 outlets 15 014 4 outlets 15 015 5 outlets 15 016 6 outlets 15 017 7 outlets 15 018 8 outlets 15 019 9 outlets 15 020 10 outlets 15 021 11 outlets 15 022 12 outlets MANIFOLD ACCESSORY SET Manifold accessory set includes two 1 NPT end caps one air vent one air bleeder two purge valves and one strap on temperature gauge set To be used with 1 Brass Manifolds Stock Code Part Description 15 023 1 NPT MANIFOLD ADAPTERS Use male adapters to make a PEX Press connection between ViegaPEX or FostaPEX tubing and a female NPT thread Use male NPT threaded elbows to make a 90 degree PEX Press connection between ViegaPEX or FostaPEX tubing and a female NPT thread Stock Code Part Description 60 562 1 1 4 M NPT Straight 60 565 1 1 4 M NPT Straight 60 570 1 1 4 M NPT Straight 62 565 1 1 4 M NPT Elbow 62 570 1 1 4 M NPT Elbow 62575 1 1 4 M NPT Elbow 7 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Viega IM PRCP 0208 REDUCERS Use Reducer to connect stainless manifold to Mixing or Injection Station Stock Code Part Description
12. 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 the United States It is the business of our engineers to research and develop complete systems that provide you our customers partners 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 Panel System We look forward to sharing our history in the making with you Call 877 VIEGA NA for your local representative and wholesale location Sincerely Viega 1 System Advantages 1 1 Application Benefits 4 2 Product Description ViegaPEX Barrier Coils 5 Climate Panel 5 Assembled Climate Panels 9 Groove Tube 5 FOSIaP EX GOS sana E ps ENSE 6 Stao sae ten bun doses 6 Injection 6 Stainless Manifold Shut Off Balancing Flow Meters 6 Stainless Manifold Shut Off Balancing 7 Brass 1 inch Manifold 7 Manifold Accessory Set 7 Manifold Adapters T Ael CNET E 8 Manifo
13. 6 2 Purging and Pressure Testing the System Operation Purging 1 Attach drain hose to purge valve hose connection on return header and open valve N 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 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 balancing and boiler valves Reset high limit kit and reinstall actuator onto diverting valve supply Manifold Note If the tubing is damaged repair punctured section with a compression coupling 35 5 A
14. F 180V 10mF 180V 6 1 2 6 3 8 Dimensions in 8 638 D 35 5 5 Viega IM PRCP 0208 14 3 7 Typical Cross Sections Section through Climate Panel installation above subfloor with hardwood finish floor Screw or staple Climate Panels to the subfloor perpendicular to the direction of the hardwood floor Hardwood flooring Climate Panel showing aluminum back and 5 16 PEX tubing perpendicular e Stagger the seams of the to finished hardwood floor Climate Panels Important Note In crawl spaces or moisture problem basements install PE vapor barrier underneath the floor joists Hardwood floor should always be installed in accordance with the flooring manufacturer s SE instructions Min R 19 insulation Maximum floor surface temperature 85 F 3 4 subfloor Floor joist Section through Climate Panel installation above subfloor with tiles Screw or staple Climate Panels to the subfloor 1 4 3 8 concrete Climate Panel showing fiberboard aluminum back and 5 16 PEX tubing Glue and screw concrete fiberboard to Climate Panels iles e Set tiles into thin set Important Note The thickness of the plywood subfloor should always be installed in accordance with the local building code Maximum floor surface temperature 85 F Plywood subfloor Min R 19 insulation Floor joist 15 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Section through Climate Pane
15. Water Temperature B Climate Panel 10 Above Subfloor R 0 25 Based on 68 F room temperature See ieee IET A E 45 1 with R19 insulation between joists pos MR CE R 1 0 40 __ _ e T 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 Supply Water Temperature F 44 Total R Value of Finished Floor Above Subfloor Total R Value of Finished Floor Above Subfloor SUPPLY WATER TEMPERATURE BTU OUTPUT CHARTS APPENDIX F Climate Panel 7 In The Wall P Based on 68 F room temperature with R19 insulation between studs 2 0 45 Sheetrock Title N 25 EPOR D 2110 _ ee 20 BTU h ft of Floor Space EI E ES 1 N 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 Supply Water Temperature F 45 Viega IM PRCP 0208 MAKING A MATERIAL LIST APPENDIX G Climate Panel Material Worksheet Use the first worksheet to select Material Net Heated Area Multiplier Estimated Amount rmws the Climate Panel system Then select the appropriate worksheet 7 ACPs
16. anels linoleoum or vinyl the direction of installed over the Climate Panel perpendicular to the floor joists the Climate Panels is not critical system always run the panels This stiffens the floor for a more perpendicular to the direction of stable tile installation Aligning the Where possible running the the hardwood planks regardless ends of each panel to lie on a joist panels perpendicular to the floor of the joist direction This will is optional but will allow fasteners joists will strengthen the floor and keep tubing visible during floor to attach panels subfloor and joists reduce deflection nailing and reduce the possiblity together of accidental tubing puncture SENS gt Carpet application 22 Hardwood application In hardwood applications always install Climate Panels perpendicular to the direction A z of the finish hardwood floor n In tile applications install 4 Climate Panels perpendicular to the floor joists This helps to stiffen the floor and reduce deflection Tile application In tile applications install T Climate Panels perpendicular to the floor joists This helps to stiffen the floor and reduce deflection IM PRCP 0208 20 Step 2 Because most rooms are not perfectly square lines need to be chalked to ensure proper layout 4 of the Climate Panels must equal i Begin by chalking a line along the wall where the first row of pan
17. asy 11 400 11 405 11 410 11 415 11 420 11 425 11 430 11 427 11 436 11 435 11 440 11 445 11 450 11 455 11 457 11 458 11 460 11 462 11 465 11 470 11 475 11 480 identification Listed to NSF ANSI Standards 14 and 61 For use with Viega s press and compression fittings only Stock Code Part Description 5 16 Coil 250 feet 5 16 Coil 1000 feet 5 16 Coil 4000 feet 3 8 Coil 300 feet 3 8 Coil 2400 feet 1 2 Coil 300 feet 1 2 Coil 400 feet NEW 1 2 Coil 500 feet NEW 1 2 Coil 1000 feet 1 2 Coil 1200 feet 1 2 Coil 2000 feet 5 8 Coil 500 feet 5 8 Coil 1500 feet 3 4 Coil 150 feet 3 4 Coil 150 feet NEW 3 4 Coil 500 feet 3 4 Coil 800 feet NEW 3 4 Coil 1000 feet 1 Coil 150 feet 1 Coil 500 feet NEW 1 1 4 Coil 100 feet NEW 1 1 2 Coil 100 feet CLIMATE PANEL Climate Panels are used as a grid system to integrate 5 16 PEX tubing into the floor 14 021 14 035 14 022 14 036 2222 14 025 x 14 026 GROOVE TUBE construction They are constructed of 1 2 CDX fir plywood with an aluminum heat transfer sheet underneath for even heat distribution and high performance output U Turn strips allow tubing to be turned around at each end of the room to connect with the next row of Panels Each 7 spacing piece measures approx 7 x 48 each 10 spacing piece measures approx 10 x 48 all U Turns measure a
18. d Climate Panel Installation 27 4 4 Tubing Installation 28 5 Piping and Controls Installation 5 1 Mixing Station Injection Station And Manifolds 29 5 2 Single Temperature Radiant System 30 single Temperature Radiant System With Boiler Modulation and Optional DHW Control 31 Multiple Temperature Radiant System With Boiler Modulation 32 5 3 Zone Wiring 33 6 System Startup 6 1 Station and Actuator Installation 34 6 2 Purging and Pressure Testing the System 35 6 3 Adjusting the High Limit Kit 36 6 4 Initial 37 7 Finish Flooring 7 1 Choosing Finished 38 Appendix A Making A Press 39 Appendix B Compression Coupling 5 16 Product Instructions 40 Appendix C Making A Compression Connection 41 Appendix D DJectll X 42 Appendix E R Value Table Floor 5 43 Appendix F Supply Water Temperature BTU Output Charts 44 45 Appendix G Making A Material 5 46 Appendix H Mixing Station Pump Curves 47 Viega IM PRCP 0208 1 SYSTEM ADVANTAGES 1 1 Applications Benefits e Fast Installation No logis
19. ed supply water temperature is obtained and 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 Hex Head Nut Valve Body 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 36 6 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 Note Remove red caps and turn balancing valves with included allen key Valves are hidden to prevent tampering 37 Balancing Valves Viega IM PRCP 0208 7 FINISH FLOORING 7 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 E on page 44 lists some co
20. els will be laid out The line should be 7 1 4 from the wall This line is for the first row of panels Make sure that intersection it is perpendicular to the of chalked lines U turn strip lines and not necessarily parallel to the Next chalk lines along the walls T id where the u turn strips will be laid out One way to ensure that the straight starting point for chalk lines are perpendicular to laying out the panels triangle rule a b c also each other is to use the right know as the 3 4 5 triangle Snap chalk lines along the walls with a distance of U Turn strip we width 7 plus 1 4 r b P D gt D D D Note Mark area that is not utilized Make sure floor is free of anything that for floorheating such would inhibit the climate panels from as kitchen counter and laying down flat Screws woodchips cabinets Then fill in areas dried plaster damaged plywood etc with 1 2 plywood A 21 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Step 3 Start installing the Climate Panels Begin laying out panels along chalked line Use single panels to ensure they are lined up with the line This row will act as a guide for the ACPs laid down afterwards allowing for faster installation Be sure to fasten down row of single panels before you begin to lay out the ACPs SER Fasten panels with 5 screws on each side 10 per panel or use 1 2 crown x 1 1
21. folds POWERHEAD FOR BRASS MANIFOLD Fits 1 manifold return valves to provide individual zone control 24 VAC normally closed Connects to standard Zone Control or can be wired directly with thermostats For use ONLY with brass 1 manifolds not compatible with older headers or stainless manifolds Stock Code Part Description 18 028 24 V 3VA for Brass Manifolds PLASTIC ELBOW SLEEVE FOR CLIMATE PANELS These plastic elbow sleeves are used for tubing protection at all penetration points Stock Code Part Description 15 104 Plastic Elbow Sleeve with Clip LOCK CLIPS Double ratchet clips allow easy and secure installation of ViegaPEX and FostaPEX tubing Fasteners can be connected to allow neat installation of multiple lines Clips install quickly using drywall or wood screws For 5 8 ViegaPEX Barrier use 1 2 Lock Clip For 5 8 FostaPEX use 3 4 Lock Clip Stock Code Part Description 58 073 3 4 PEX 9 Viega IM PRCP 0208 3 SYSTEM DESIGN 3 1 Creating a Climate Panel Material List Calculate the net heated area Use this chart to make an initial material list for the net area to be heated Note This estimation does not include controls For complete worksheet see Appendix D Equation Net Heated Area x Multiplier Estimated amount Use this room accompanied with the chart to practice estimating Solutions Remember this chart is only for estimating The number of circuits in the area will be cove
22. h integrated high temperature limit 2 6 5 8 Spacing mounting brackets Injection Station Includes 2 Ball valves 1 Pump low medium high 2 Purge Valves 1 Injection Valve 11 Spacing Mounting Brackets 1 for station 2 for manifold 1 Manifold Connection Set Options Two position actuator Three position actuator Modulating safety high limit used only with Injection Station 1 1 4 Stainless Manifold Includes shown below 2 6 5 8 Spacing brackets for compact remote mounting 21012 Outlets per header 210 12 Balancing valves on supply header for flow adjustment from 0 2 GPM 21012 Shut off valves on return header designed to receive powerheads 15 061 Built in purge valves and air bleeders 1 1 4 Union Connections 1 NPT removable end caps Reducers 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 ball valves Reducers for direct station attachment needed for stainless manifolds only Note It is important to use Teflon tape and thread sealant paste on all connections without gaskets 29 Viega IM PRCP 0208 5 2 Single Te
23. he next 6 rows parallel to this set Cut the ACP unit to fit flush lt 77 2 7 4 locked 17 mate Panel Th panel Inte C o x 9 G ons over existing concrete ng ins talled a floating floor system 3 7 Typical Cross ating the panels ts in between ACPs Oo w Panel Installation The Assembled Cl as In 200 99 The ACP system can be talle b fe Ctl n J ACP system serves two important functi hi b q d W 5 2 T in sl r S Wh tap J Viega IM PRCP 0208 4 4 Tubing Installation After Climate Panels and U Turn strips are installed vacuum groove out thoroughly just prior to installing tubing If trapped in the groove any debris screws nails etc will damage the tubing and keep it from lying flush with the top surface When penetrating the floor use a plastic elbow sleeve 1 Figure the leader length of the supply line to the manifold area 2 Feed leader length through plastic elbow sleeve be careful not to scratch the tubing in the process Note Feed the tubing through an unsecured plastic elbow sleeve 3 Feed the leader length through the floor 4 Secure the fastener clip to the floor Directly before installing tubing into the Climate Panels run a 3 16 to 1 4 bead of Viega s Groove Tube silicone into the panel grooves e Guaranteed not to damage PEX
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25. ian is recommended Installation and use of this equipment should be in accordance with provisions of the U S National Electric Code applicable local code and pertinent industry standards Wiring Schematic One Zone Application 120 VAC Transformer 24 VAC external clock connection optional timed setback Thermostat Wiring Schematic Multi Zone Application Powerheads Li MANIFOLD SYSTEM RETURN SYSTEM SUPPLY amp Zone Control stock code 18 032 120 Dry Contact to Pump Relay 33 Viega IM PRCP 0208 6 SYSTEM STARTUP 6 1 Station and Actuator Installation _ Produet 1 Mount the Mixing Station using the mounting brackets Based on job requirements 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 4 Use the SVC Compression or lines by soldering on a PEX Press Adapters to connect ViegaPEX Press adapter then the ViegaPEX Barrier lines to pressing on ViegaPEX Barrier the manifold or FostaPEX Viega IM PRCP 0208 34 5 Remove the grey cap from the diverting valve on the Mixing Station and screw the actuator on hand tight T T Perform step 5 after the system has been filled and purged refer to section 6 2 for procedure
26. is quickly and easily accomplished online Contact your local Viega representative to receive a copy of the Radiant Wizard program R 0 25 pog DIRMI ce R 0 5 p eee ee ees Meu r en ES ees HH E 2 u VETEP ee eee ee ee ee 80 F 90 F 100 F 3 3 Calculating the Supply Water Temperature 1 Locate desired BTU output from Radiant Wizard on left vertical axis 110 F 120 F 130 F 140 F SUPPLY WATER TEMPERATURE 2 Follow to the right until you reach the selected total R value curve 3 Then move down to the horizontal axis and read the supply water temperature 11 150 160 F 170 F 180 F 190 F Example Output needed 25 BTU h ft B Finish floor R value 25 Supply water temperature 117 F For additional Climate Panel BTU output charts refer to Appendix F Viega IM PRCP 0208 3 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 The relationship between
27. l installation above subfloor with carpet Screw or staple Climate Panels to the subfloor Install carpet and pad with nailing strips For minimum height build up install carpet and pad directly over the Climate Panels If height allows luan plywood cover sheet can be installed over the Climate Panel system Important Note Always stay below a total R value of 2 5 above Climate Panels Pad plus the carpet Maximum floor surface temperature 85 F Carpet Climate Panel showing aluminum back and 5 16 PEX tubing ort 3 4 subfloor Min R 19 insulation Floor joist Section through Climate Panel installation above subfloor with linoleum or vinyl finish floor Screw or staple Climate Panels to the subfloor Glue and screw plywood or concrete fiberboard to panels Glue linoleum vinyl to plywood or concrete fiberboard e Stagger the seams of the Climate Panels Important Note Maximum floor surface temperature 85 F Viega IM PRCP 0208 Linoleum or Vinyl Climate Panel finish floor showing aluminum back and 5 16 PEX tubing 1 4 3 8 finish plywood or concrete fiberboard ld 3 4 subfloor Min R 19 insulation Floor joist 16 Section through Climate Panel installation on existing slab with plywood Cover level slab with 6 mil minimum polyethylene film Overlap edges 4 6 Loosely lay 3 4 plywood sheets
28. ld Extension Adapters 8 SVC Compression 8 Basic Heating 8 Advanced Heating Control 8 Thermostat Basic 9 Zone Control 9 Powerhead for Stainless Manifold 9 Powerhead for Brass 9 Plastic Eloow Sleeve For Climate Panels 9 LOCK CMDS 9 system Design 3 1 Creating a Climate Panel Material List 10 3 2 Heat loss Calculations for Floor Heating systems using Radiant Wizard 11 3 3 Calculating the Supply Water Temperature 11 3 4 Calculating the Floor Surface Temperature 12 3 5 Calculating the Pressure Drop 13 3 6 Selecting the Pump 14 3 7 Typical Cross 5 5 15 18 Climate Panel Installation 4 1 Layout Planning 19 4 2 Panel Installation Step 1 20 Panel Installation Step 2 21 Panel Installation Step 3 22 Panel Installation Step 4 23 Panel Installation Step 5 24 Panel Installation Step 6 25 Panel Installation Step 7 26 CONTENTS 4 3 Assemble
29. mmon tiles and their R values Vinyl flooring is another common choice for kitchens and baths which 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 Appendix E on page 44 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 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 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Today modern insulation and building techniques allow a radiant floor to stay cooler than the floor of the average sunroom The floor surface temperature should not exceed 85 F refer to section 3 4 to calculate the floor surface temperature Also be careful when using mul
30. mperature Radiant System The Basic Heating Control is selected to modulate system water temperature as the outdoor Mixing Station 12 097 099 117 temperature fluctuates Multiple Basic Heatina Control zones may be incorporated by Basic Heating Control 1 Control Three Position Actuator for Station 1 1 4 Manifold Outlets 15 700 710 Based on job requirements Primary Loop Sizing Copper Pipe Size Carrying inches BTU h r 6 Flow Rate and Heat Carrying Capacity calculation based on a 20 F temperature drop across the system 2 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 Viega IM PRCP 0208 30 5 2 Single Temperature Radiant System With Boiler Modulation and Optional DHW Control incorporates low temperature mixing provides boiler modulation Mixing Station 12 097 099 117 and the option of domestic hot Advanced Heating Control 16 014 water control with priority 16016 Optional DHW sensor may be in Three Position Actuator for Station 18 003 and ond and DHW control is not needed 2 refer to Basic Heating Control Thermostats 18 002 Optional DHW Sensor 16 018 Transformer 24V 18 008 020 Based on job requireme
31. ne TE 5 00 TENEANT 4 00 INTRONS Baa 2m AO TILT AZT A NI 08 AAAA AHHH MeN NATTA X gg T oso gi KN 1 CONV NR NN TF 010 tt NAN I AT AA A at 008 4 N A YN Los 1 O O Pressure Drop Chart FT OF HEAD PER FT OF TUBING gt 2 1 0 Oo 5 gt c c Oc pw pem pw E G 9 o 5 E 9 o pu N o TT w E 2 Pressure eren Chart Total pressure drop 05 x 250 total ft 12 5 ft of head 5 16 used in Climate Panel installation GPM through 5 16 PEX 0 3 gpm Pressure drop per foot 05 ft of head ft Example gt E o 2 38 5 5 TTT NS TN x B 3 E 0 03 G 9 o i 2 9 5 O SO c g O 0 02 On Sm OO p G SN CHO 5 Ongo Oe O C 2 or gt s2 cog DA 5225 gases Lg 09 S 2965 59 C o 5505 5 29 S5 22 ZEEN Y 855 85 0 01 SH 895829 8752 28 2295 52 589 2582 38 25
32. nts Supply Sensor gt lt FESO System Pump 3 Position Actuator Return Manifold 3 Position Actuator Air Eliminator Back Flow Preventor Cold Water Supply k fress Reducing Valve Expansion Tank Supply Manifold 31 Viega IM PRCP 0208 5 2 Multiple Temperature Radiant System With Boiler Modulation Note If the heat loss and required water temperature varies throughout a building a Mixing Station 12 097 099 117 20 asic Heating Control 16 015 system may be required add 2 2 an additional temperature Indoor Sensor 0200 16 016 2 another Mixing Three Position Actuator for Station 225 18 003 tation with the necessary Colo 1 1 4 Manifold Outlets LSU 15 012 022 Zone Control 18 032 Based on job requirements Outdoor Sensor Indoor Sensor B H C lI B H C Il 200000222 2122 22 01 12 11 7 i Supply Sensor System Pump 3 Position actuator Primary Loop Sizing Copper Pipe Size noh How Rate opm 5 Heat Carrying Capacity BTU h Based on 6 FPS Viega IM PRCP 0208 32 5 3 Zone Wiring A manifold system allows any one or more of the circuits to be adapted for control by a thermostat The following are typical zone wiring schematics Detailed wiring diagrams are provided with products Powerheads Important Note Installation by a licensed electric
33. ny 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 Viega IM PRCP 0208 6 3 Adjusting the High Limit Kit Operation The Mixing Station is provided with a preinstalled temperature High Limit Kit This kit is installed into the 3 way valve to allow a unscrewed when purging the maximum supply water temperature system and should then be set to be set This kit must be according to the instructions below Grey Cap This cap can be used to adjust the water temperature manually Valve Body Remove grey plastic cap from valve body Loosen up hex lock nut with brass key tool 22 Brass Key Valve Body To lower water temperature turn key clockwise Use opposite side of brass key tool and turn inner adjustment screw slotted in clockwise until valve spring resistance is felt turn counterclockwise to raise it Viega IM PRCP 0208 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 Turn adjustment screw further clockwise until desir
34. ons Can be used anywhere that ViegaPEX Barrier is applicable see above For use with Viega s press fittings only Note FostaPEX has an expansion coefficient similar to copper Stock Code Part Description 35 020 1 2 Coil 150 feet 35 019 1 2 Coil 300 feet 35 021 1 2 Coil 400 feet 35 030 5 8 Coil 150 feet 35 031 5 8 Coil 400 feet 35 040 5 8 Coil 150 feet MIXING STATION The Viega Mixing Station provides a simple solution for supply water modulation Applications Hydronic systems with water supply temperature higher than 150 F staple up radiant systems or when connecting to modulating condensing boilers or water heaters etc Stock Code Part Description 12 097 With low head pump 12 099 With medium head pump 12117 With high head pump INJECTION STATION The Viega Injection Station provides a simple solution for supply water modulation Includes ball valves and connection for Viega manifolds or 1 NPT Two extra 11 spacing brackets included for direct manifold connections Connect boiler supply and return lines with any SVC connection PEX or copper sold separately see page 21 Applications Radiant systems with water supply temperature less than 150 F connected to non modulating boilers 180 F Stock Code Part Description 12 481 With low head pump 12 482 With medium head pump 12 483 With high head pump STAINLESS MANIFOLD SHUT OFF BALANCING FLOW METERS These preassembled 1 1 4 diame
35. over entire floor e Stagger plywood joints every 4 by the first sheet of every other run in half e Fasten the plywood to the slab with a powder actuated concrete nailer or hammer driven concrete nails Screw Climate Panels to plywood Important Note Slab must be level prior to Climate Panel Installation Climate Panel showing 3 4 subfloor aluminum back and 5 16 PEX Tubing Slab 6 mil polyethylene film Section through Climate Panel installation on existing slab with floating floor Lay foam pad over level slab Float Assembled Climate Panel ACP ape all joints Install floating floor system over Assembled Climate Panels Important Note Slab must be leve prior to Climate Panel Installation Assembled Climate Panels Floating floor ACP showing aluminum back and 5 16 PEX tubing Foam pad 17 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Section through Climate Panel installation in wall e Start at the floor level on the outside wall Studs with 1 2 Install Climate Panels parallel to spacer strips the floor Wall insulation Install Climate Panels 6 rows high to avoid interference with window d and picture placement 5 16 tubing Screw Climate Panels to the studs on both sides of the groove e After Climate Panels are installed Mice attach 1 2 spacers to the wallboard remainder of the stud wall to provide an even base for the concrete or gypsum wallboard
36. pprox 7 x 48 US Patents 5 292 065 5 579 996 6 152 377 6 182 903 6 270 016 Canadian patent 2 078 185 Stock Code Part Description Climate Panel 7 spacing U Turn Strip for 7 spacing Climate Panel 10 spacing U Turn Strip for 10 spacing ASSEMBLED CLIMATE PANELS This preassembled system is excellent for floating installations over existing slabs and will CN dramatically reduce installation time and cost for large rooms with plywood subfloors either 1 fastened or floating One unit of 7 ACPs covers 14 ft and one unit of 10 ACPs covers 20 ft Standard U Turn Strips are used with the ACP system 14 035 or 14 036 see above Stock Code Part Description Assembled Climate Panels 7 spacing Assembled Climate Panels 10 spacing The Groove Tube supplies a heat transfer paste and adhesive for use with the Climate Panel 14 005 System and Heat Transfer Plates Guaranteed compatible with both aluminum and PEX tubing One tube supplies enough for 20 Climate Panels or 50 Heat Transfer Plates Stock Code Part Description Groove Tube Silicone Heat Transfer Adhesive 5 Viega IM PRCP 0208 Viega IM PRCP 0208 FOSTAPEX STRAIGHT LENGTHS FostaPEX tubing adds aluminum and PE outer layers to the tubing to provide Form Stability and an oxygen barrier FostaPEX can be bent and will hold its new shape excellent for exposed runs in basements and professional looking manifold connecti
37. red in section 4 1 of the Layout Planning Installer s preference determines choice of staples or screws Viega IM PRCP 0208 EL CNN ft Amount o oz x Pn o 95 Umm Tubing Spacing 19 Tubing 107 Spang Gewebe 9 Ses 49 x Ses 10 used in low heat loss areas Area 460 ft Unheated Area 20 ft Net Heated Area 440 ft Net Heated Area Estimated ft Amount 7 AGPS Tubing 7 Spacing 40 09 o 10 was not used in solution set 10 3 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 report while calculaing a materials list and price for your system A step by step user manual is provided with 50 45 40 35 30 25 BTU h ft Of FLOOR SPACE the program to help you with the process Also 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
38. slip brass ferrule until tubing is flush with shoulder of fitting Slide over tubing ferrule up to the shoulder of fitting 3 Tighten compression nut to secure tubing Retighten 3 Tighten compression nut to secure tubing Retighten compression nut after 30 minutes compression nut after 30 minutes Viega IM PRCP 0208 AO MAKING A COMPRESSION CONNECTION APPENDIX C Follow these steps each time you make a 5 16 5 8 compression connection 1 Square off end of tubing Slide 2 Slide tubing over end of SVC 3 Insert SVC adapter into seat compression nut up tubing and adapter pushing it on fully until manifold or other fitting and slip brass ferrule over tubing tubing is flush with shoulder of tighten compression nut with fitting wrench Retighten compression nut slightly after 30 minutes 44 Viega IM PRCP 0208 TOOL LIST APPENDIX D Installation Power Tools Radial Arm Chop Saw 12 inch recommended optional sliding arm recommended also less than 12 inch won t chop through the 7 inch ACPs or the 10 inch panels completely Skill Saw or Portable Table Saw for ripping panels down Staple Gun with hose and compressor 7 16 1 2 crown by 1 1 4 or 1 1 2 staples Alternative to the staple gun is a stand up screw gun with self feeding 1 1 4 to 1 3 4 screws depending upon the application Battery operated screw gun for clips touchups hanging manifolds and blocks to hold tubing down a
39. t floor penetration Drill with bit kit hole saw kit Sawzall used for opening base of wall or cutting through plates to run multi tubing lines through Installation Hand Tools Tape Measure recommended 1 per person Chalk Line Utility Knifes cutting aluminum sheets and nipping corners Hammer hammering down staples that were not fully embedded miscellaneous uses Rubber Mallet Caulking Gun Tubing Cutter Chisel to clean up floor penetration holes to create a ramp like drop Adjustable Wrench MON OO WO I Pre Post Installation 1 Shop Vac for cleaning out grooves before silicone and tubing are installed 2 Broom preinstallation clean up of areas 3 Ice scraper used to scrape up globs of plaster or other material that would obstruct panels to lay flat Miscellaneous Saw Horses to make table for chop saw Portable Lights Extension Cords Calculator recommended Sharpie marker allows for more visible markings on dusty floors or concrete Knee Pads recommended wearing when installing tubing into tracks Decoiler Viega IM PRCP 0208 42 R VALUE TABLE FLOOR COVERINGS APPENDIX E E ww I se ze Building Board GypsumorPaserBosd on 99 9 045 056 068 079 7 Pariceboad medium density 027 040 oss 068 oss 105 C waeroa O 020 040
40. ter stainless supply and return manifolds come attached to two 6 5 8 spacing brackets for compact remote mounting This stainless manifold provides shut off and balancing valves with flow meters for each set of circuits Manifold is used with flow rates up to 2 GPM per circuit with a maximum of 18 GPM The air bleeders and purge valves are connected and factory tested 1 1 4 Union connection 1 NPT removable end caps Circuit connection fittings are sold separately Stock Code Part Description 15 900 2 Outlets 15 901 3 outlets 15 902 4 outlets 15 903 5 outlets 15 904 6 outlets 15 905 7 outlets 15 906 8 outlets 15 907 9 outlets 15 908 10 outlets 15 909 11 outlets 15 910 12 outlets STAINLESS MANIFOLD SHUT OFF BALANCING These preassembled 1 1 4 diameter stainless supply and return manifolds come attached to two 6 5 8 spacing brackets for compact remote mounting This stainless manifold provides shut off and balancing valves for each circuit Manifold is used with flow rates up to 2 GPM per circuit with a maximum of 18 GPM The air bleeders and purge valves are connected and factory tested 1 1 4 Union connection 1 NPT removable end caps Circuit connection fittings are sold separately Stock Code Part Description 15 700 2 outlets 15 701 3 Outlets 15 702 4 outlets 15 703 5 outlets 15 704 6 outlets 15 705 7 outlets 15 706 8 outlets 15 707 9 outlets 15 708 10 outlets 15 709 11 outlets 15 710 12 outlets BRASS 1
41. tic problems associated with poured concrete time for curing Section Tubing is visible during nailing of wood finish flooring 52 Low thermal mass means fast dynamic response and minimal flywheel effect e Compatible with dn hardwood flooring SSS 5 Wood Subfloor Ideal for wood frame construction Climate Panels add no moisture to the building structure Designers No weight buildup reduces structural concerns V A Climate Panel System on top of an N H HW Lif existing concrete floor is a simple retrofit solution Section A SHA Contractors Z Contractor has complete control over a Climate Panel System installation Tubing is visible during finish floor installation to prevent damage In the Walls Existing Concrete lt lt Section With Climate Panels there is a solution to everything There are very few limits to wall heating Immediately increases the comfort and value of the building e Increases heated surface area for high heat loss rooms section Viega IM PRCP 0208 4 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION VIEGAPEX BARRIER COILS Cross linked polyethylene ViegaPEX Barrier tubing is manufactured to ASTM F876 and F877 standards Recommended for use in floor heating cooling snow melting baseboard and radiator connections Outside PE layer protects oxygen barrier Black with one red stripe for e
42. tiple 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 to a 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 696 to 8 Moisture will affect the hardwood floor with or without a radiant system Moisture absorption causes wood to swell Moisture loss causes wood to shrink If the moisture content of the wood is relatively high near the bottom of the plank cupping upward will occur exaggerating cracks Dry Shrinkage Az H 38 If the moisture content is relatively high near the top surface of the plank it will crown downward on the edges Wet Expansion P tT 1 eee LG m Sources from below Inadequate moisture barrier Ground water wicking through the slab 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 minimi
43. tubing or aluminum the Groove Tube is strongly recommended Do not use anything but 10096 silicone rated for 180 F Do not use caulking or any other type of sealant or adhesive Installers Since silicone becomes tacky in 8 to 10 minutes it is recommended that silicone is applied only to a section that can be covered in this amount of time Viega IM PRCP 0208 Directly After the Groove Tube silicone installation before it cures walk tubing off of a decoiler into the Climate Panel groove e Silicone and tubing installation must go hand in hand i e do not let silicone set up before tubing is inserted Note It is imperative to make sure tubing is completely in its tracks before silcone hardens Tubing may have to be hammered in using a rubber mallet or a 1 N fx 121 CN pneumatic soft tipped palm hammer Run supply tubing from manifold supply valves into high heat loss areas first i e closest to exterior walls windows sliders etc and then into the interior of the room This will provide more BTU output where it is needed due to higher water temperatures Continue the circuits laying them out in the same direction toward the interior of the room WF DF X S HIGHER 5 PIPING AND CONTROLS INSTALLATION 5 1 Mixing Station Injection Station And Manifolds Mixing Station Includes shown below 2 Ball valves 1 Pump low medium high 1 Diverting valve wit
44. zes 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 MAKING A PRESS CONNECTION APPENDIX A 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 proper 2 Insert FostaPEX tubing into prep 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 4 Insert compression fitting into 5 Check full tubing insertion at end of tubing tubing and engage fully view hole of sleeve For emergency release turn screw 6 Engage press tool 7 Start tool ratchet until automatic 8 Warning The connection is not perpendicular over press tool release occurs at proper leakproof when the tool has sleeve and close tool jaws compression force been opened by emergency release 39 Viega IM PRCP 0208 COMPRESSION COUPLING 5 16 PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS APPENDIX B 1 Square off tubing to proper length Slide 2 Slide tubing onto coupling barb pushing it on fully compression nut up tubing and
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