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Water Flow thru circuits
Last Post 05 Nov 2009 10:38 AM by
berggie
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berggie
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05 Nov 2009 08:10 AM
Hi, I was wondering what the best way to set circuit flow is? Should I try for a delta temp of 15 degrees F between supply and return? Are the flow meters on the FN5 manifold accurate? Can I set the flow anytime or should I wait for a hevy load day?
NRT.Rob
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05 Nov 2009 09:38 AM
the best way is with math. Heat load calculations, specifically.
Otherwise, do it by comfort.
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berggie
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05 Nov 2009 10:12 AM
Thanks Rob Is there a way to figure btu's if I don't know the length or layout of the tubing?
NRT.Rob
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05 Nov 2009 10:32 AM
yes, heat load calculations are for the building and the rooms. you won't know your water temperature, perhaps, but it's enough for flow rate and delta-T requirements. of course, that would ideally have been done a long, long time ago.
Rockport Mechanical<br>RockportMechanical.com
berggie
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05 Nov 2009 10:38 AM
It may have been done but I picked up the unfinished house from a bank. And the HVAC contractor listed on the building permit is playing dumb.
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