WaterFurnace Versatec Base - Manual (Page 12)

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VERSATEC BASE SERIES INSTALLATION MANUAL
An air outlet collar is provided on vertical top flow units
and all horizontal units to facilitate a duct connection.
A flexible connector is recommended for discharge
and return air duct connections on metal duct systems.
Uninsulated duct should be insulated with a minimum of
1-inch duct insulation. Application of the unit to uninsulated
ductwork in an unconditioned space is not recommended
as the unit’s performance will be adversely affected.
If the unit is connected to existing ductwork, check the duct
system to ensure that it has the capacity to accommodate
the air required for the unit application. If the duct is too
small, as in the replacement of heating only systems, larger
Duct System
Water Piping
ductwork should be installed. All existing ductwork should
be checked for leaks and repaired if necessary.
The duct system should be sized to handle the design
airflow quietly and efficiently. To maximize sound
attenuation of the unit blower, the supply and return
plenums should include an internal duct liner of fiberglass
or constructed of ductboard for the first few feet. On
systems employing a sheet metal duct system, canvas
connectors should be used between the unit and the
ductwork. If air noise or excessive airflow is a problem, the
blower speed can be changed.
The proper water flow must be provided to each unit
whenever the unit operates. To assure proper flow, use
pressure/temperature ports to determine the flow rate.
These ports should be located at the supply and return
water connections on the unit. The proper flow rate cannot
be accurately set without measuring the water pressure
drop through the refrigerant-to-water heat exchanger.
All source water connections on commercial units are
fittings that accept a male pipe thread (MPT). Insert the
connectors by hand, then tighten the fitting with a wrench
to provide a leakproof joint. When connecting to an open
loop (groundwater) system, thread any copper MPT fitting
into the connector and tighten in the same manner as
described above.