LINOVECTOR LV2-R Commercial Finned Tube Radiation Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- LINOVECTOR
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LINOVECTOR LV2-R Commercial Finned Tube Radiation
- Determine quantities of enclosure and accessories required per wall or run. If the installation is wall-to-wall, run the backplate to within ½” of the adjoining wall(s).
- If the run ends with an end cap, extend the backplate beyond the end of the required enclosure 1-1/2″ for the 3″ end and 6″ for the 8-3/8″ end.
- Mount the backplate (full or partial) to the wall at a prescribed height (Refer to Submittal Drawing) making sure that it is straight and level. If valve compartments are being used, make sure that an equivalent amount of backplate is installed.
- 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 there is tension against the legs. This holds the cradle in position. Check the submittal drawing for the correct position of the element. 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.
- The enclosure can now be installed unless damper assembly is required (see damper installation sheet packed with damper blades). Start the enclosure at the left end of the run, working clockwise. The enclosure back bends mounts directly into the ‘V’ bend of the backplate. Firmly push the next piece of cover into slip joint tabs of the piece on the left until the run is completed. Secure the bottom of the enclosure into brackets. Tighten the posi-loc clamps to secure the enclosure.
- Install overlapping accessories as indicated on the room schedule. All accessories are overlapping. Valve Compartments are installed the same as the enclosure. The top back bend is slipped between the wall and the backplate. The accessory bottom returns to the wall and is secured with fasteners by others.
Hot Water Systems
Water brackets are used to support the enclosure and a single tier of elements. Water brackets do not provide a pitch for the element. If a second tier (row) of the element is to be installed, a wall-mounted hanger will need to be installed adjacent to the water bracket so that the center line of the second element tube is 5″ for S style enclosure (6″ for RD and T style enclosure) above the bottom element center line. Install two (2) water brackets per enclosure length up to 6′-0″ length. Three (3) water brackets per cover 6′-6″ up to 8′-0″ of length. Valve compartments should have a minimum of one (1) bracket (Accessories do not require brackets).
Insert the top of the bracket into the ‘V’ bend of the backplate (Full or Partial) and insert it onto the horizontal flange of the Partial backplate. Secure brackets to the wall using fasteners (as specified) by others. Supply/Return Pipe hangers (if required) can be mounted to the wall adjacent to the water bracket (every other one). Consult the submittal sheet for conditions that will not allow a Supply/Return Pipe Hanger.
Steam Systems (Two Pipe)
Limited application
Bracket-mounted hangers are used to support the element(s) that are not
available for this product. A wall-mounted hanger will be required to support
and pitch the element. These will have to be installed so that the supply end
of the element will be the highest point and pitch down at a rate of ½ inch
per 20-foot run. Check the length of the longest run to ensure the element
will not interfere with the surface of the enclosure or damper assembly.
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
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