STERLING Wiped Edge Classic Commercial Finned Tube Radiation Instruction Manual

STERLING Wiped Edge Classic Commercial Finned Tube Radiation

Product Information

The Wiped Edge Classic Commercial Finned Tube Radiation VA/VB-AR LI/EI STCEI- II-2 is a heating system that consists of extruded aluminum floor angle, heating elements, enclosure, and accessories. It is designed to be mounted on a wall and is suitable for use in commercial settings.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Refer to the Submittal Drawing to determine the prescribed height for mounting the backplate (full or partial) on the wall. Ensure that the backplate is level. If valve compartments are being used, install an equivalent amount of backplate.
2. Install the extruded aluminum floor angle to the floor at the location indicated on the Submittal Drawing. The floor angle should run the full length of the run, including enclosure and accessories.
3. Lay out the heating element as required. Place the slide cradle onto the bottom of the element at each bracket location. The element cradle has two legs that angle out slightly. Position the legs between the fins so that there is tension against the legs. This holds the cradle in position. For Two Pipe Steam systems, adjust the element pitch by raising the bracket-mounted hanger and tighten nut to secure hanger into position. Second tier elements mounted on the bracket-mounted hangers can be adjusted up or down. Check submittal drawing for correct position of element fin. For copper tube elements, flush the loop or series with system water after soldering to neutralize the remaining flux material and prevent corrosive action and resulting pinhole leaks.
4. Install underlapping accessories as indicated on room schedule. All accessories are underlapping and extend under the enclosure up to 3-1/2 inches at each end. Valve Compartments are installed the same as enclosure. The top back bend is slipped between the wall and the backplate. The accessory bottom returns back to the wall and acts as a locator for the accessory.
5. Install the enclosure, starting at the left end of the run and working clockwise, unless a damper assembly is required (see damper installation sheet packed with damper blades). The enclosure grille support gussets mount directly into the `V’ bend of backplate. Slip the bottom edge of the enclosure front panel into the receiving slot of the extruded aluminum floor angle. The enclosure can be secured to the floor angle if desired with fasteners by others.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Determine quantities of enclosure and accessories required per wall or run. If installation is wall-to-wall, run backplate to within ½” of adjoining wall(s). If run ends with end cap, extend backplate beyond end of required enclosure 1-1/2″ for 4″ end and 6″ for 8-3/8″ end.
2. Mount backplate (full or partial) to wall at prescribed height (Refer to Submittal Drawing) making sure that it is level. If valve compartments are being used, make sure that an equivalent amount of backplate is installed.
3. Install extruded aluminum floor angle to the floor at the location shown on submittal drawing. The floor angle will run the full length of the run including enclosure and accessories.
4. Hot Water Systems or Steam Systems (Two Pipe): Vertical wall brackets are used with bracket mounted hangers to support the element(s). Hot water systems do not require pitch for the element. If a second tier (row) of element is to be installed, mount the bracket mounted hangers to the vertical wall bracket using the 5/16-18 carriage bolt and nut supplied before installation of the vertical brackets to the wall. Install two (2) vertical brackets per element length up to 6′-0″ of length. Three (3) vertical brackets with bracket mounted hangers per element length 6′-6″ up to 12′-6″ (8’-0″ for ¾” copper/ aluminum) of length. (Accessories do not require brackets). Insert top of the vertical bracket into ‘V’ bend of backplate (Full or Partial) and insert onto horizontal flange of the partial backplate. Secure brackets to wall using fasteners (as specified) by others. Supply/Return Pipe hangers (if required) can be mounted to the wall adjacent to the vertical bracket (every other one).
5. Lay out heating element as required. Place slide cradle onto the bottom of element at each bracket location. The element cradle has two legs that angle out slightly. Position the legs between the fins so there is tension against the legs. This holds the cradle in position. For Two Pipe Steam systems adjust element pitch by raising the bracket mounted hanger and tighten nut to secure hanger into position. Second tier elements mounted on the bracket-mounted hangers can be adjusted up or down. Check submittal drawing for correct position of element fin. For copper tube elements, flush the loop or series with system water after soldering to neutralize the remaining flux material and prevent corrosive action and resulting pinhole leaks.
6. 6. Install underlapping accessories as indicated on room schedule. All accessories are underlapping and extend under the enclosure up to 3-1/2 inches at each end. Valve Compartments are installed the same as enclosure. The top back bend is slipped between the wall and the backplate. The accessory bottom returns back to the wall and acts as a locator for the accessory.
7. The enclosure can now be installed unless damper assembly is required (see damper installation sheet packed with damper blades). Start enclosure at left end of run, working clockwise. The enclosure grille support gussets mount directly into the ‘V’ bend of backplate. Slip the bottom edge of the enclosure front panel into the receiving slot of the extruded aluminum floor angle. The enclosure can be secured to the floor angle if desired with fasteners by others.

MAINTENANCE

Before each heating season, remove accessories and enclosure panels to inspect finned tube elements for accumulation of dust or other debris that may accumulate and block airflow between fins. Remove dust and debris from coil fins with a vacuum cleaner or compressed air. Inspect for leaks or areas of corrosion. It should not be required, but if necessary, place a drop of lubricant (machine oil) onto each ball bearing (where applicable) located in the water brackets or bracket-mounted hangers. Replace the cover and accessories.

GENERAL LAYOUT

LI” TYPE

NOTES:

1. ENCLOSURE SECTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING STANDARD LENGTHS, 2′ THRU 8′ IN 6′ INCREMENTS. CONSULT THE FACTORY FOR SPECIAL LENGTHS.
2. SCHEDULE ENCLOSURE TO OVERLAP ACCESSORIES 1′ TO 3′ BACKPLATE MUST COVER AT LEAST THIS PORTION OF VALL FOR HANGING ACCESSORIES. HOWEVER, IT MAY EXTEND BEYOND THE ENCLOSURE.
3. WHEN AN END IS USED FOR SHORT – OF – VALL INSTALLATIONS THE BACKPLATE CAN NOT EXTEND MORE THAN 1/2′.
4. BRACKETS MAY EXTEND TO THE FLOOR (IF REQ’D ON INSTALLATION) INSTALLATION DETAILS MAY VARY.
5. WALL SLEEVES MAY BE AT ENDS OR PLACED IN A RUN FOR BI-DIMENSIONAL MAKE-UP.
6. FOR DAMPER INSTALLATION SEE THE DAMPER INSTRUCTION SHEET,

EI” TYPE

1. ENCLOSURE SECTIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING STANDARD LENGTHSI 2′ THRU 8′ IN 6′ INCREMENTS. CONSULT THE FACTORY FOR SPECIAL LENGTHS.
2. SCHEDULE ENCLOSURE TO OVERLAP ACCESSORIES 1′ TO 3′ BACKPLATE MUST COVER AT LEAST THIS PORTION OF WALL FOR HANGING ACCESSORIES. HOWEVER, IT MAY EXTEND BEYOND THE ENCLOSURE,
3. WHEN AN END IS USED FOR SHORT – OF – VALL INSTALLATIONS THE BACKPLATE CAN NOT EXTEND MORE THAN 1/2′.
4. BRACKETS MAY EXTEND TO THE FLOOR (IF REQ’D ON INSTALLATION) INSTALLATION DETAILS MAY VARY.
5. WALL SLEEVES MAY BE AT ENDS OR PLACED IN A RUN FOR BI-DIMENSIONAL MAKEUP,
6. FOR DAMPER INSTALLATION SEE THE DAMPER INSTRUCTION SHEET.

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References

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