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Installation and Operation Manual

Radiant Heat Panel

RHP-1&2 0511

NIBCO

Radiant Panel

Models RHP-1 & RHP-2

Summary of Contents for RHP-1

Page 1: ...Installation and Operation Manual Radiant Heat Panel 1 RHP 1 2 0511 NIBCO Radiant Panel Models RHP 1 RHP 2 ...

Page 2: ...ngs 4 Definitions 5 Introduction 6 Specifications and Restrictions 7 Panel Picture with Parts Legend 8 RHP Schematic 9 Installation Instructions 10 12 Control Sequence 13 14 Component Descriptions 15 Specifications 16 Thermostat Instructions 17 3 4 TMV Instructions 18 19 1 TMV Instructions 20 23 Pump Instructions 24 28 General Terms and Warranty 29 ...

Page 3: ... Live Power 24 Volt and 110 Volt Qualified Electrician Only Do Not Touch Danger Explosion Electrical sparks could cause explosion Do not operate near flammable substances such as but not limited to Gas Oils Propane Solvents Paints etc Do Not Touch Hot Pipes Corrosive Liquids Scalding is Possible Corrosive High or Low pH Do not store corrosives near this panel Safety First Always NIBCO shall not be...

Page 4: ... to exist whether the power is on or off No persons should attempt to connect service repair or alter this equipment Only a competent electrician qualified by local jurisdictions having authority should connect power to the panel It is the responsibility of the person installing this equipment to provide proper grounding Improper handling and installation of this product may cause equipment failur...

Page 5: ...anadian Standards Assosiation Design Temperature The temperature of the system needed to be maintained under extreme outside temperature conditions Zone Area with one or more loops controlled by single thermostat RFH Radiant Floor Heating Thermostatic Control An internal mechanical element which reacts to temperature changes RHP NIBCO PEX Radiant Heat Systems Panel Model RHP USgpm Gallons US per m...

Page 6: ...to instructions from the thermostat the RHP is operating as intended The delivery of heat to your floor and room is based on the temperature of the fluid the capacity of the RHP circulator and design of the RFH Restriction to water flow such as the radiant floor heating pipes in your floor temperature of the heated water and the design installation of your RFH system will have an impact on the sys...

Page 7: ...omestic water heater cast iron boiler outside wood furnace or other heat source is compatible with this RHP NOTE The circulators supplied with the RHP are suitable for potable ap plications If any type of glycol is used in the system it must be isolated from domestic water use Propylene glycol is posionous and ethylene glycol is toxic Follow codes and standards of authorities having jurisdic tion ...

Page 8: ...placed in a slab If your thermostat has a floor sensor you have two options when controlling temperature One option is to use the floor sensor to ensure the set maximum temperature is not exceeded The second option uses the sensor to keep a constant set temperature in the floor For either option when there is a call for heat the thermostat signals the circulator which causes heated fluid to enter ...

Page 9: ...ion and Operation Manual Radiant Heat Panel 9 RHP 1 2 0511 RHP Schematic 1 Model Shown RHP 1 Description Shown with 4 Loop Manifold and 3 Loops Closed system Water heater shown is a representative model PEX Pipe ...

Page 10: ...P must be easily accessible should repair or service be required Give careful consideration to the mounting location of your RHP panel You must ensure you have adequate room to connect the heat source supply and return as well as the system supply and return to the panel To minimize piping locate the panel as close as possible to the heat source max 20 ft The electrical feed into the panel is thro...

Page 11: ...ters will be 1 on RHP 2 Follow these steps and refer to picture below Screw 3 4 FIP adapter D supplied with panel into adapter E or H using appropriate thread sealant Without disturbing gasket C place assembly against flanged steel pipe A Slide nut B over adapter D and finger tighten Use 2 30mm or adjustable wrenches Attach 1 to adapter D and hold it firmly in place Attach other wrench to union nu...

Page 12: ...es on manifold except one Connect hose to water source outlet and the other end to fill valve Connect another hose to purge valve and to a suitable discharge such as a large bucket and begin filling Flow will be in reverse of normal 3 When flow appears free of air bubbles close the open loop and move to the next loop thus filling and purging each loop in turn Note If using a glycol mix pump in the...

Page 13: ...nsor as a temperature set point With this setting a particular temperature can be set for the floor which the thermostat will maintain For example the floor in the bathroom might requires a constant temperature of 80o F for comfort All one has to do is adjust the temperature in the thermostat to the 80o Fand the limitation sensor will maintain the desired set temperature To adjust the temperature ...

Page 14: ... to 10 degrees above actual room temperature 2 If a floor sensor is used make sure the minimum setting if used is at least 5 to 10 degrees higher than the actual floor temperature 3 If you are using the auxilary contacts to bring on the heat source make sure they are connected 4 Plug power cord into a 110V outlet 5 Observe the panel to ensure it follows the proper sequence of operation 6 After the...

Page 15: ...mperature range 50 86o F 24V AC 60Hz Dry Contact Max 2A Fully electronic LED status indicator 1 Mixing Valve Type TMV Model RHP 1 065B8876 PX10292 Description Function The TMV Thermostatic Mixing Valve is a 3 way brass valve which regulates the temperature in the radiant system Specifications Maximum flow temperature 180 F 3 4 BSPP Maximum working pressure 145 psi 5 Type TMV Model RHP 2 065B8999CA...

Page 16: ...hr 160 F AWT Control Valves TMV Brass body Ball Valves Hose bib Pet cock Brass body PTFE FKM EPDM rubber seals Circulator Standard Models Grundfos PES composite Composite Pump Housing EP Rubber Piping Type TP304 TP304L Stainless 180 F 125 psi 180 F Electrical Specifications Weights RHP 1 Thermal Output to Room RHP 1 Materials in Contact with Water Maximum Ambient Temperature Maximum Operating Pres...

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Page 18: ...g wheel between 1 and 6 to obtain the required mixed water temperature For quick setting refer to the table below Series 30 MR valves are not factory calibrated For accurate setting measure the mixed water temperature once hot and cold supply temperatures are stabilized Adjust setting as required to obtain the desired temperature Installation To protect the TMV from excessive heat and avoid voidin...

Page 19: ...the mixed outlet temperature annually The following maintenance procedure should be performed each year and at times when increase in water outlet temperature is observed Replacement of the valve insert may be required if maintenance and calibration of the valve does not result in correct temperature readings To clean and or restore the valve shut off water and 1 Remove cap item 1 and note positio...

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Page 29: ...perty of NIBCO Guarantee for products not of NIBCO s own manufacture is only given to the same extent as given to NIBCO however not exceeding the normal NIBCO warranty THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER ORAL WRITTEN EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE P...

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