Best Practices for Thermal System Component Installation

Installation Best Practices for Hydraulic Systems

Heat Exchanger Assembly

• The exchanger must be equipped with both input and output valves.
• If the exchanger is connected to an accumulator, it should be located at the bottom of the accumulator.

Pump Mounting

• The inline pump should be installed on the cold line of the circuit.
• Ensure the pump is positioned horizontally and perfectly aligned with the axis of rotation.
• Connections must not create mutual stress. Use a dampening sleeve to absorb vibrations.
• This setup should also be equipped to allow for accurate pressure measurements.

Pipe Installation

• Install pipes in an orderly manner, following three mutually perpendicular axes.
• Avoid circuitous or winding routes to facilitate proper air displacement.
• Horizontal pipe runs must always have a minimum slope to prevent air locks.
• For safety, water pipes must always be installed below electrical pipes and conduits.
• On very long pipeline stretches, use expansion joints (dilators) to compensate for axial movements caused by thermal expansion.

Air Trap Installation

• Air traps must be mounted at the highest points of each circuit to be effective.
• The pipe leading from the collector to the trap must be continuous.
• Always ensure the trap is mounted in a stable, upright position.

General Sensor Installation

• Sensors should be installed in a battery configuration.
• They can be connected in either series or parallel, as required.
• The total number of sensors to be installed will be determined by the manufacturer's specifications.