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CONNECTION TO HEATING SYSTEMS
The P & M Heating System is versatile and can be connected to any existing or new heating system
and/or domestic water system as described below.
The corresponding schematics are provided
as a guideline only.
ALL CONNECTINS MUST BE EXECUTED ACCORDING TO LOCAL PLUMBING
AND ELECTRICAL CODES.
1.
EXISTING FORCED AIR SYSTEM
All you need is to install a water-to-air heat exchanger in your existing furnace plenum (on the
supply side) to keep your house as comfortable as you desire using a separate thermostat.
Your existing furnace would be used as a back up when required. (Refer to Schematic #1)
2.
EXISTING WATER BASEBOARD SYSTEM
A water-to-water heat exchanger will be required to replace your existing boiler and provide
you with all the comfort you require. Your existing boiler would be used as a back up when
required. (Refer to Schematic #2). Another alternative would be to convert your existing
system into an “open system” with the assistance of an expert in heating system.
3.
DOMESTIC WATER HEATER AND HEATING SYSTEM
You can enjoy more energy savings and running hot water during the heating season by
connecting your domestic water heater to the Portage & Main Heating System through a
sidearm water heater. (Refer to Schematic #4). We would caution you, however, that creosote
may increase during summer due to lowered heat demand.
But
if additional heat could be
used elsewhere, then creosote formation would be reduced.
4. HOT TUB, POOL HEATING use shell tube and shell heat exchanger.