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1. |
Radiators are boxed together in as few crates as
possible. A box of brackets is included as a
separate piece, and it is marked to denote
brackets. Inside the crates, each panel is wrapped
in foam sheeting. Saving this foam to re-wrap the
panel once it is wall mounted will protect it from
construction site damage. |
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2. |
Each
radiator is tagged with a label that indicates the
project name, model type, color, connection code,
bracket type & quantity and tag number. The tag
number will usually designate a floor level and
room number for easier placement on the job.
Locate each radiator as required. |
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3. |
Carefully place each radiator face down on a
smooth level surface (e.g. floor or table).
Distribute the K12 wall brackets for each
radiator. The tag on the radiator indicates the
quantity of brackets. Mount the brackets securely
on wall studs, spacing them as evenly as possible
at 2 to 4 feet apart, with a bracket at least 12
inches from each end of the panel. Allow a minimum
of 3 inches below each panel radiator to
facilitate cleaning and to assure proper output.
For baseboard models, 2 inches or even 1 inch
above the floor is permissible with little loss of
heat output. |
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4A. |
RADIATORS WITH FINS
(BACK SIDE OF PANEL)
With the radiator face down, attach each K12 clip
to the fins at the stud location. With the
radiator still face down, thread the K45 offset
bolts (5/16” carriage bolts) into the bottom
threaded positions with a crescent wrench. Once
the bolts have cleared the paint away, they should
turn easily by hand. Attach the K12 bracket to the
wall stud with 2 lag bolts. Hang the panel onto
the brackets to determine if the K45 offset bolts
are properly adjusted. Check that the panel is
level. |
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4B. |
RADIATORS
(NO FINS ON BACK SIDE OF PANEL)
With the radiator face down, attach each K12 clip
to the radiator’s perforated steel mounting
channel at the K12 stud locations. With the
radiator still face down, thread the K45 offset
bolts (5/16” carriage bolts) into the bottom
threaded positions with a crescent wrench. Once
the bolts have cleared the paint away, they should
turn easily by hand. Hang the panel onto the
brackets to determine if the K45 offset bolts are
properly adjusted. Check that the panel is level. |
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5. |
Remove
the radiator from the wall, and thread the supply
and return fittings into the connections on the
panel. The sealing tape or pipe dope used is the
installer’s choice – make sure the connections are
leak tight. One quarter of a turn past hand tight
is usually sufficient. Use the foam wrap as a pad
for the face of the panel while tightening up the
fittings. Each radiator needs to be fitted with a
1/8” air vent prior to startup. |
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6. |
FLOOR
POST & PEDESTAL MOUNTED RADIATORS
When using floor posts, each post must line up
with a corresponding K45 offset bolt attached to
the back side of the radiator. Using this spacing
as a guide, securely fasten each floor post to the
floor, using appropriate fasteners. The K12 wall
bracket is attached to the floor post, and the K12
clip to the radiator, as described in step #4. The
nut and bolt used to attach the K12 bracket to the
floor post is to be supplied by others.
For pedestal mounting, the pedestals should be
arranged so that the end pedestals sit within 12
inches of each end of the radiator, with the
remainder spaced evenly along the radiator’s
length. Each pedestal should be securely fastened
to the floor using appropriate fasteners.
Radiators sit on the pedestals, with the “fingers”
of the pedestals sticking up between the fins to
provide stability. |
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7. |
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Radiators expand a maximum of 0.016 inch per
linear foot of length if heated to 215°F. Piping
attached to the radiator must provide the
necessary expansion compensation. |
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8. |
Once the
radiators are installed, the system can be tested
to 50 psi. DO NOT OVER-PRESSURIZE THE RADIATORS
as permanent damage may be done.
Standard Pressure Panels
Maximum 56 psi
Medium Pressure Panels
Maximum 85 psi
High Pressure Panels
Maximum 128 psi
When
the system has been shown to hold 50 psi maximum
air, the piping and radiators can be filled with
water. As water fills the system and radiators,
air is forced to the vent fittings. Vent as much
air as possible before turning on the circulating
pump(s). |
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9. |
When the
system is filled, operate the circulator(s) to
force the remaining air to the high points of the
system. With the system pressurized, turn off the
circulator(s) to vent the panels. Each radiator
should be individually bled of air. Once cold
venting has been completed, heat the system to
design temperature and repeat the venting
procedure as many times as necessary to remove all
air from the system. |
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