ThermaSkirt - Instructables
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ISSUE 22 / January 2014 (Download further/latest copies at www.discreteheat.co.uk/technical.html)
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IN
ROOM
H E AT I N G
These instructions are intended as a guide only. Your installation & design may vary - if in doubt ask for help. DiscreteHeat Co. Ltd. accept no liability for any errors or omissions. If you have any tips or suggestions e-mail them to: [email protected] Your ThermaSkirt system must be cleansed and protected by a corrosion inhibitor suitable for alluminium radiators, as required by BS 7593:2006 ‘Code of Practice for treatment of water in domestic hot central heating systems’. DiscreteHeat recommends our own TS3 Cleanser and TS5 Inhibitor or Scalemaster CM5 or CM10. FAILURE TO PROTECT YOUR SYSTEM WILL INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY TOOLS YOU WILL NEED: A suitable metal cutting saw, preferably a chop saw (only if cutting lengths on site) / A DiscreteHeat rotary de-burring tool / An accurate quality tape measure (Black & Decker, DeWalt etc.) / String line and chalk or laser level / A Stanley/sharp knife and/or plasterboard saw / Power drill with hammer action / Power driver / Size 10 screws (50-100mm) / Plastic or timber faced mallet / Rawlplugs and\or plasterboard fixings / Pipe cutting tool (15mm/16mm) / Various push fit connectors / Your plan and cutting list (if purchased as a room kit). THE SAME DIMENSIONS AND SPACINGS APPLY TO ANTI-CLOCKWISE INSTALLATIONS. ALL EXAMPLES SHOWN ARE CLOCKWISE/RH INSTALLATIONS.
DO’S AND DON’TS: DO DO DO DON’T DON’T DON’T
1.
Carefully check you have all the parts required by your design systems before you start cutting. Check all skirting measurements twice before cutting: see diagram on page 2 (unless provided pre-cut). Ensure that you use the templates (pages 9 - 12) to get your pipes correctly positioned. Forget to check the orientation and quantity of retaining clips for each connection and fitting before you insert into skirting - it varies! Forget that the FEED and RETURN pipes need to be tight to the wall to ensure your covers fit correctly. Forget that aluminium expands (by about 1mm per metre), so make sure the ends of the skirting are not hard up against any fixed features.
POSITION FEED PIPES Remember to allow for carpet or tiles if NOT Finished Floor Level URBAN LT (6in / 150mm)
REGENCY OG (8in / 200mm) CLASSIC TS (6in / 150mm)
DECO PR/BM (4.5in / 115mm)
FLOW 15/16mm FLOW 15/16mm 100mm
45mm
RETURN 15/16mm
FLOW 15/16mm 100mm
45mm
FLOW 15/16mm
130mm RETURN 15/16mm
RETURN 15/16mm
90mm
75mm 35mm
RETURN 15/16mm
FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
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1. P OSI TI ON F E E D P I P E S ( c on ti nued ) PIPE CONNECTORS NEED TO BE SET INTO THE WALL
12 9
3
SINGLE TRV
6
CLOCKWISE SHOWN
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV Relieve plasterwork 150mm x 100mm to a depth of 5mm
Relieve plasterwork 100mm x 100mm to a depth of 5mm (See template p.9)
150mm
120mm
120mm
65mm
Feed 15mm (16mm to order)
35mm Feed and Return pipes tight to wall Relieve plaster for fittings.
Return 15mm (16mm to order) DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm 130mm
See pages 9-12 for pipe templates
130mm 65mm
100mm
120mm 60mm 95mm 75mm
45mm
90mm
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2. C UTTI N G S K I RT I N G TO L E NGTH ( w hen not s uppl i ed pre- cut )
TRV
RF
40mm
120mm
L1
50mm
L9
Archway, patio, door obstruction, etc.
= (L2 -60mm)
= (L9 -150mm)
= (L3 -20mm)
100mm
(Threshold Kit)
CLOCKWISE SYSTEM SHOWN
24 TPI minimum
40mm
L3 20mm
= (L4 -5mm)
See page 6
= (L8 -120mm) = (L7 -60mm)
20mm 40mm
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L2
L4 20mm
L5
100mm
L8
20mm
= (L1 -160mm)
L7
20mm
= (L5 -20mm) = (L6 -60mm)
L6 40mm
20mm
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C UTTI N G S K I RT I N G TO LENGTH ( w hen not s uppl i ed pre- cut )
COMMON CUTTING ALLOWANCES (note number and configuration of clips)
40mm
20mm
120mm (5")
0~3mm (0.0")
50mm (2")
100mm (4")
1x clip at back
1x clip at back
2x clips at front
1x clip at front (or back)
1x clip at front
TRV Feed/return
Internal corner
External corner
Return manifold
Non TRV feed & return / threshold kit
Avoid chafeing on the corner
Offer the flexible coupling up centrally to the internal corner and mark the wall at this point to give the cut length of skirting
=
=
= =
Offer flexible coupling up centrally to the external corner and mark the wall at this point to give the cut length of skirting
Push into corner
2x clips at front
2x clips at front
Odd angle - internal IMPORTANT:
Odd angle - external
20mm (0.8")
1x clip at front, 1x clip behind In-line joint (> 6m walls)
115mm (min)
1x clip at front Door architrave kit
All cut ends MUST be deburred to preserve your warranty. Remove all chaff and debris to preserve your warranty. Problems may occur if not properly removed.
IMPORTANT - ALL CUT ENDS MUST BE DEBURRED AS SHOWN BELOW
Minimum active length = 55mm (2.16")
Deburring tool (Part No. STOOL) ‘Bell Mouth’ deburr
!
DEBURR! Keep parallel
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Remove all chaff and debris
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M O U N T I N G B R A C K E T S - LT, T S & B M A N D O G P R O F I L E O N LY
LT, TS & OG ONLY
Push in
90°
?
Make sure you allow for uneven/unlevel floors. Bottom cover should be trimmed first. Click down
MARK TOP OF SKIRTING WITHOUT CAULKING STRIP
Mounting bracket OR 7mm Ø
SHOULD YOU NEED TO MOVE THE SKIRTING, PEEL AWAY FROM BRACKETS AS SHOWN. DO NOT TILT UP OR DOWN!
USE THIS MARK TO POSITION MOUNTING BRACKET USING AN OFF-CUT OF SKIRTING THEN DRILL OR MARK WITH PENCIL
100mm from end of skirting 600mm - 700mm
Insulating foil, if required (Part No. INSRL LT, INSRL TS or INSRL OG) (older, solid walls without cavity)
±5mm
700mm approx.
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Gently push each piece back to the wall and assess wall straightness, if there any gaps greater than 10mm to the back edge of the skirting, then apply moderate pressure and see if the gap is reduced, if it isn't, then it is advisable to locally bend the skirting as shown above. LEAVE PROTECTIVE TAPE ON DURING THE PROCESS!
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3. M OU N TI N G - D E C O P R WALL MOUNTED
Insulation foil (recommended) - improves insulation and prevents noise
7mm Ø 60 - 1000mm apart
Cut-away black plastic guide to allow the other centreclip covers to fit in the slot
FLOOR MOUNTED
ALL OTHER INFORMATION FOR SPACING, BENDING, ETC. IS AS OTHER PROFILES
4. INSTA L L AT I O N S E Q U E N C E
3 SE
Return
View on back of TRV showing fixings
Feed
EA GR
GR
EA
CONTINUE ROUND THE ROOM REFERRING TO CORRECT CLIP SEQUENCE ON PAGE 3.
SE
ENSURE PIPES ARE VERTICAL AND SQUARE TO THE SKIRTING!
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
SE
CLOCKWISE INSTALLATION SHOWN
!
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
EA
6
START WITH TRV AT FEED AND RETURN PIPE END
GR
9
12
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
GR
EA
SE
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
Internal Corner 40mm
External Corner GREASE SUPPLIED MUST BE USED ON ALL CONNECTORS TO AVOID DAMAGE ON ASSEMBLY AND PRESERVE YOUR WARRANTY
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20mm Check corners not rubbing
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4. INSTA L L AT I O N S E Q U E N C E ( cont i nued )
!
!
20mm ‘CLICK!’
40mm
ENSURE BOTH SIDES ARE LEVEL WITH EACH OTHER
‘CLICK, CLICK, CLICK!’
PUSH
FITTING FINAL SECTION
In this case only, reverse the connector and clip to retain the final section
CHECK THAT THE FINAL PIECE CANNOT COME OFF UNDER PRESSURE If a return manifold follows an internal corner, double clips must be used.
5. C ORN E RS A N D C OV E R S
!
TOP TIP: Soak top gasket in warm soapy water for easy fitting
1
Mitre top gaskets before fitting corner cover
2
ENSURE BOTH SIDES ARE LEVEL WITH EACH OTHER
5mm
See separate instructions provided with Regency OG & Deco PR
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Add a touch of super glue onto mitre before fitting the corner cover
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5. C ORN E RS A N D C OV E R S ( c ont i nued ) Clip return manifold cover top and bottom
NEW SLIM INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CORNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE URBAN LT
2
1 See separate instructions supplied
RETURN MANIFOLD COVER FIXING (LT & TS)
Peel off Super Velcro backing
Position holes in knob as shown to access 2 fixing screws for TRV controls
2
1
Pz x 2
Check back of cover is clean and free from grease
Clip TRV Cover Top and Bottom Note: TRV cover is completely secured by the Valve facia
Pz1
TRV COVER FIXING (LT & TS)
6. F I N A L C H E C K S
ON
Use correct size screwdriver 1/4” (6.5mm) to avoid damage
1 ~ 2 bar
Clockwise Installation
2 1
OFF
OFF
AIR
Anti-clockwise Installation
ON OFF
OFF
TRV Unit
Return Manifold
Use correct size screwdriver 1/4” (6.5mm) to avoid damage
A pressure test of the system before connecting to the central heating system is recommended. (See part no. TTEST)
7. TE CHN I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N Material
Output (per M @ dT50°C)
Feed & Return
Weight
Capacity
Corrosion
Min. Flow
Surface
Complies
Recommended
BTU / W
Pipe
Kg per m
Litres per m
Resistance
Rate
Finish
with
Max. Operating Temp.
0.5 l/m
≤75°C
Unique Polymer &
TS/LT > 500BTU / 150W
15mm
1.4kg LT
Excellent
10 c.c. per sec
Epoxy Powder
BS-EN
Aluminium Alloy
OG > 700BTU / 210W
16mm to order
1.7kg OG
See Section 8
0.6 litre/min
to BS-EN 12206-1
442
1.2kg PR
‘Running your system’
PR > 450BTU / 135W
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8. RUN N I N G YO U R S YS T E M Run the system at fully open, maximum temperature for 1 hour, to expel any air in the system. Release any air that may be trapped at appropriate radiator bleed points and return manifold bleed point. Turn off TRV/flow manifold and allow to cool. Set to desired room setting and run normally. NOTE: DiscreteHeat recommend flushing the system with ThermaSkirt Cleanser TS3 or alternatively Scalemaster SM3 (check dosage carefully) and running with ThermaSkirt corrosion inhibitor TS5 or alternatively Scalemaster SM5 or SM10 (check dosage carefully) to ensure maximum longevity and reliability. Hard water areas may require additional precautions. Chemically softened water must NOT be used. This is a standard precaution for ALL wet heating systems and a requirement of BS 7593:2006. Contact DiscreteHeat for specific application advice. Failure to provide a suitable corrosion inhibitor will invalidate your warranty!
9. TROUBL E S H O OT I N G PROBLEM Leak at joint. Leak on ThemeSkirt pipes. ThermaSkirt not hot.
Water from return manifold Noise - ticks & clicks when heat on Sudden ‘bangs’
CAUSE Faulty / incorrect installation. No inhibitor fitted. Corrosion chemical/cleaner left in system Check boiler. Lockshield valve closed. TRV valve closed / off. Air trapped in pipework. Manifold not closed fully. Connectors & fittings rubbing on wall. ThermaSkirt length(s) cut too long, expanding and jumping off the bracket. Internal corners clipped both sides.
SOLUTION Drain and replace fitting or ‘O” ring from spares kit. Drain down, cleanse with TS3 and install inhibitor TS5. Drain down, replace piece, cleanse with TS3 and refill. Is heating ’ON’ and pressure OK? Open Lockshield valve ( ). Open TRV valve ( ). See 10 below. Turn to ‘OFF’ position. Relieve plasterwork at Feed & Return and/or corner fittings. Check lengths & refit if necessary. Check & remove/unclip unecessary clip.
10. BL E E D I NG YO U R S YS T E M ®
As ThermaSkirt® acts like a pipe, in normal operation air does not get trapped. However, on existing systems, to which ThermaSkirt is added, air may get trapped in the existing pipework to and from the skirting. Follow these simple steps if you discover cold sections of the ThermaSkirt ® which do not heat up. CLOSE
1. System with ThermaSkirt® & Conventional Radiators. Turn off all radiators and ThermaSkirt thermostatic and lockshield valves. Make sure your system is fully pressurised and the pump is set to max. Run the system for a few minutes, and, starting from the lowest point in the house, open each radiator/ThermaSkirt system, one at a time. Run for a further 2 minutes (approx) , close again and move to the next ThermaSkirt or radiator, moving upwards in the house. Any air will be expelled through the boiler or trapped in a conventional radiator. Bleed the radiator as normal. 2. New Installation with ThermaSkirt® Only. On installation, in a convenient place at the highest point of the system, ‘T’ off into a vertical leg 600mm high and install an automatic/manual air vent. Following the procedure above, close and open each ThermaSkirt® system in turn. Any air forced round the system will be expelled through the boiler or through the air vent. Air can also be bled from the bleed screw on top of the return manifold (A).
CLOSE
TRV Unit Trapped air expelled through boiler
Auto vent recommended to ease bleeding
AV
600mm (min)
Trapped air expelled through boiler
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A
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Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway architrave)
6
12
3
35mm
95mm
75mm
65mm
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
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100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
45mm
100mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
FEED (TRV VALVE)
95mm
60mm
130mm
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
65mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
35mm
35mm
20mm
RH END anti-clockwise installation
65mm
3
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
Fold along here for Regency OG template
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
6
90mm (PR)
9
DO NOT SCALE DWG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm 12
SINGLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE) (Through floor pipework)
FEED (TRV VALVE)
Cut along dotted line
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE) 35mm 75mm (PR) (OG) 45mm (LT) Fold along here for Deco PR template WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Fold along here for Urban LT / Classic TS template WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
100mm
120mm
LH END clockwise installation
LH END
9
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway architrave)
LH and RH installation
100mm
FEED (TRV VALVE) Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
60mm
130mm
95mm
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
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32mm
80mm
RH END
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80mm
100mm
50mm
NON TRV / THRESHOLD KIT PIPE INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Through floor pipework) DO NOT SCALE DWG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 100mm mm 50mm Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
45mm (LT) 35mm (PR)
100mm (LT) 90mm (PR)
75mm (OG)
130mm (OG)
Fold along here for Deco PR template Fold along here for Urban LT / Classic TS template
45mm RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
STICK TO WALL TO USE
WALL Fold along here for Regency OG template FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Drill 2 x 18mm holes Plan view for drilling feed and return touching wall surface pipe holes in floor
100mm
80mm
100mm
80mm
32mm
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway)
LH END
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway)
45mm
100mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ rface finish to a pth of 5mm in is shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
FEED (TRV VALVE)
95mm
WALL FLOOR
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
60mm
130mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
35mm (PR)
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm
45mm (LT)
75mm (OG)
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
65mm
Feed
40mm
95mm
100mm
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (LH feed direction) (Through floor pipework) 150mm
Return
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90mm (PR)
100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
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WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
Fit separate isolation valve
Fold along here for Deco PR Fold along here for Urban LT
45mm
Cut along dotted line
100mm
45mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ rface finish to a pth of 5mm in is shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
95mm
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
45mm
Return
Fold along here for Deco PR Fold along here for Urban LT
DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm
Fit separate isolation valve
90mm (PR)
100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
60mm
130mm
95mm
150mm
100mm
40mm
Feed
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (RH feed direction) (Through floor pipework)
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
75mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
65mm
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
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35mm (PR)
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
75mm (OG)
45mm (LT)
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
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ISSUE 22 / January 2014 (Download further/latest copies at www.discreteheat.co.uk/technical.html)
A N
E CO
ThermaSkirt®
R E VOLUTION
IN
ROOM
H E AT I N G
These instructions are intended as a guide only. Your installation & design may vary - if in doubt ask for help. DiscreteHeat Co. Ltd. accept no liability for any errors or omissions. If you have any tips or suggestions e-mail them to: [email protected] Your ThermaSkirt system must be cleansed and protected by a corrosion inhibitor suitable for alluminium radiators, as required by BS 7593:2006 ‘Code of Practice for treatment of water in domestic hot central heating systems’. DiscreteHeat recommends our own TS3 Cleanser and TS5 Inhibitor or Scalemaster CM5 or CM10. FAILURE TO PROTECT YOUR SYSTEM WILL INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY TOOLS YOU WILL NEED: A suitable metal cutting saw, preferably a chop saw (only if cutting lengths on site) / A DiscreteHeat rotary de-burring tool / An accurate quality tape measure (Black & Decker, DeWalt etc.) / String line and chalk or laser level / A Stanley/sharp knife and/or plasterboard saw / Power drill with hammer action / Power driver / Size 10 screws (50-100mm) / Plastic or timber faced mallet / Rawlplugs and\or plasterboard fixings / Pipe cutting tool (15mm/16mm) / Various push fit connectors / Your plan and cutting list (if purchased as a room kit). THE SAME DIMENSIONS AND SPACINGS APPLY TO ANTI-CLOCKWISE INSTALLATIONS. ALL EXAMPLES SHOWN ARE CLOCKWISE/RH INSTALLATIONS.
DO’S AND DON’TS: DO DO DO DON’T DON’T DON’T
1.
Carefully check you have all the parts required by your design systems before you start cutting. Check all skirting measurements twice before cutting: see diagram on page 2 (unless provided pre-cut). Ensure that you use the templates (pages 9 - 12) to get your pipes correctly positioned. Forget to check the orientation and quantity of retaining clips for each connection and fitting before you insert into skirting - it varies! Forget that the FEED and RETURN pipes need to be tight to the wall to ensure your covers fit correctly. Forget that aluminium expands (by about 1mm per metre), so make sure the ends of the skirting are not hard up against any fixed features.
POSITION FEED PIPES Remember to allow for carpet or tiles if NOT Finished Floor Level URBAN LT (6in / 150mm)
REGENCY OG (8in / 200mm) CLASSIC TS (6in / 150mm)
DECO PR/BM (4.5in / 115mm)
FLOW 15/16mm FLOW 15/16mm 100mm
45mm
RETURN 15/16mm
FLOW 15/16mm 100mm
45mm
FLOW 15/16mm
130mm RETURN 15/16mm
RETURN 15/16mm
90mm
75mm 35mm
RETURN 15/16mm
FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
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1. P OSI TI ON F E E D P I P E S ( c on ti nued ) PIPE CONNECTORS NEED TO BE SET INTO THE WALL
12 9
3
SINGLE TRV
6
CLOCKWISE SHOWN
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV Relieve plasterwork 150mm x 100mm to a depth of 5mm
Relieve plasterwork 100mm x 100mm to a depth of 5mm (See template p.9)
150mm
120mm
120mm
65mm
Feed 15mm (16mm to order)
35mm Feed and Return pipes tight to wall Relieve plaster for fittings.
Return 15mm (16mm to order) DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm 130mm
See pages 9-12 for pipe templates
130mm 65mm
100mm
120mm 60mm 95mm 75mm
45mm
90mm
FOR ALL TEMPLATES VISIT www.discreteheat.co.uk/technical.html
2. C UTTI N G S K I RT I N G TO L E NGTH ( w hen not s uppl i ed pre- cut )
TRV
RF
40mm
120mm
L1
50mm
L9
Archway, patio, door obstruction, etc.
= (L2 -60mm)
= (L9 -150mm)
= (L3 -20mm)
100mm
(Threshold Kit)
CLOCKWISE SYSTEM SHOWN
24 TPI minimum
40mm
L3 20mm
= (L4 -5mm)
See page 6
= (L8 -120mm) = (L7 -60mm)
20mm 40mm
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L2
L4 20mm
L5
100mm
L8
20mm
= (L1 -160mm)
L7
20mm
= (L5 -20mm) = (L6 -60mm)
L6 40mm
20mm
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C UTTI N G S K I RT I N G TO LENGTH ( w hen not s uppl i ed pre- cut )
COMMON CUTTING ALLOWANCES (note number and configuration of clips)
40mm
20mm
120mm (5")
0~3mm (0.0")
50mm (2")
100mm (4")
1x clip at back
1x clip at back
2x clips at front
1x clip at front (or back)
1x clip at front
TRV Feed/return
Internal corner
External corner
Return manifold
Non TRV feed & return / threshold kit
Avoid chafeing on the corner
Offer the flexible coupling up centrally to the internal corner and mark the wall at this point to give the cut length of skirting
=
=
= =
Offer flexible coupling up centrally to the external corner and mark the wall at this point to give the cut length of skirting
Push into corner
2x clips at front
2x clips at front
Odd angle - internal IMPORTANT:
Odd angle - external
20mm (0.8")
1x clip at front, 1x clip behind In-line joint (> 6m walls)
115mm (min)
1x clip at front Door architrave kit
All cut ends MUST be deburred to preserve your warranty. Remove all chaff and debris to preserve your warranty. Problems may occur if not properly removed.
IMPORTANT - ALL CUT ENDS MUST BE DEBURRED AS SHOWN BELOW
Minimum active length = 55mm (2.16")
Deburring tool (Part No. STOOL) ‘Bell Mouth’ deburr
!
DEBURR! Keep parallel
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Remove all chaff and debris
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M O U N T I N G B R A C K E T S - LT, T S & B M A N D O G P R O F I L E O N LY
LT, TS & OG ONLY
Push in
90°
?
Make sure you allow for uneven/unlevel floors. Bottom cover should be trimmed first. Click down
MARK TOP OF SKIRTING WITHOUT CAULKING STRIP
Mounting bracket OR 7mm Ø
SHOULD YOU NEED TO MOVE THE SKIRTING, PEEL AWAY FROM BRACKETS AS SHOWN. DO NOT TILT UP OR DOWN!
USE THIS MARK TO POSITION MOUNTING BRACKET USING AN OFF-CUT OF SKIRTING THEN DRILL OR MARK WITH PENCIL
100mm from end of skirting 600mm - 700mm
Insulating foil, if required (Part No. INSRL LT, INSRL TS or INSRL OG) (older, solid walls without cavity)
±5mm
700mm approx.
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Gently push each piece back to the wall and assess wall straightness, if there any gaps greater than 10mm to the back edge of the skirting, then apply moderate pressure and see if the gap is reduced, if it isn't, then it is advisable to locally bend the skirting as shown above. LEAVE PROTECTIVE TAPE ON DURING THE PROCESS!
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3. M OU N TI N G - D E C O P R WALL MOUNTED
Insulation foil (recommended) - improves insulation and prevents noise
7mm Ø 60 - 1000mm apart
Cut-away black plastic guide to allow the other centreclip covers to fit in the slot
FLOOR MOUNTED
ALL OTHER INFORMATION FOR SPACING, BENDING, ETC. IS AS OTHER PROFILES
4. INSTA L L AT I O N S E Q U E N C E
3 SE
Return
View on back of TRV showing fixings
Feed
EA GR
GR
EA
CONTINUE ROUND THE ROOM REFERRING TO CORRECT CLIP SEQUENCE ON PAGE 3.
SE
ENSURE PIPES ARE VERTICAL AND SQUARE TO THE SKIRTING!
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
SE
CLOCKWISE INSTALLATION SHOWN
!
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
EA
6
START WITH TRV AT FEED AND RETURN PIPE END
GR
9
12
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
GR
EA
SE
‘O’ RINGS MUST BE GREASED!
Internal Corner 40mm
External Corner GREASE SUPPLIED MUST BE USED ON ALL CONNECTORS TO AVOID DAMAGE ON ASSEMBLY AND PRESERVE YOUR WARRANTY
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20mm Check corners not rubbing
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4. INSTA L L AT I O N S E Q U E N C E ( cont i nued )
!
!
20mm ‘CLICK!’
40mm
ENSURE BOTH SIDES ARE LEVEL WITH EACH OTHER
‘CLICK, CLICK, CLICK!’
PUSH
FITTING FINAL SECTION
In this case only, reverse the connector and clip to retain the final section
CHECK THAT THE FINAL PIECE CANNOT COME OFF UNDER PRESSURE If a return manifold follows an internal corner, double clips must be used.
5. C ORN E RS A N D C OV E R S
!
TOP TIP: Soak top gasket in warm soapy water for easy fitting
1
Mitre top gaskets before fitting corner cover
2
ENSURE BOTH SIDES ARE LEVEL WITH EACH OTHER
5mm
See separate instructions provided with Regency OG & Deco PR
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Add a touch of super glue onto mitre before fitting the corner cover
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5. C ORN E RS A N D C OV E R S ( c ont i nued ) Clip return manifold cover top and bottom
NEW SLIM INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CORNERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE URBAN LT
2
1 See separate instructions supplied
RETURN MANIFOLD COVER FIXING (LT & TS)
Peel off Super Velcro backing
Position holes in knob as shown to access 2 fixing screws for TRV controls
2
1
Pz x 2
Check back of cover is clean and free from grease
Clip TRV Cover Top and Bottom Note: TRV cover is completely secured by the Valve facia
Pz1
TRV COVER FIXING (LT & TS)
6. F I N A L C H E C K S
ON
Use correct size screwdriver 1/4” (6.5mm) to avoid damage
1 ~ 2 bar
Clockwise Installation
2 1
OFF
OFF
AIR
Anti-clockwise Installation
ON OFF
OFF
TRV Unit
Return Manifold
Use correct size screwdriver 1/4” (6.5mm) to avoid damage
A pressure test of the system before connecting to the central heating system is recommended. (See part no. TTEST)
7. TE CHN I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N Material
Output (per M @ dT50°C)
Feed & Return
Weight
Capacity
Corrosion
Min. Flow
Surface
Complies
Recommended
BTU / W
Pipe
Kg per m
Litres per m
Resistance
Rate
Finish
with
Max. Operating Temp.
0.5 l/m
≤75°C
Unique Polymer &
TS/LT > 500BTU / 150W
15mm
1.4kg LT
Excellent
10 c.c. per sec
Epoxy Powder
BS-EN
Aluminium Alloy
OG > 700BTU / 210W
16mm to order
1.7kg OG
See Section 8
0.6 litre/min
to BS-EN 12206-1
442
1.2kg PR
‘Running your system’
PR > 450BTU / 135W
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8. RUN N I N G YO U R S YS T E M Run the system at fully open, maximum temperature for 1 hour, to expel any air in the system. Release any air that may be trapped at appropriate radiator bleed points and return manifold bleed point. Turn off TRV/flow manifold and allow to cool. Set to desired room setting and run normally. NOTE: DiscreteHeat recommend flushing the system with ThermaSkirt Cleanser TS3 or alternatively Scalemaster SM3 (check dosage carefully) and running with ThermaSkirt corrosion inhibitor TS5 or alternatively Scalemaster SM5 or SM10 (check dosage carefully) to ensure maximum longevity and reliability. Hard water areas may require additional precautions. Chemically softened water must NOT be used. This is a standard precaution for ALL wet heating systems and a requirement of BS 7593:2006. Contact DiscreteHeat for specific application advice. Failure to provide a suitable corrosion inhibitor will invalidate your warranty!
9. TROUBL E S H O OT I N G PROBLEM Leak at joint. Leak on ThemeSkirt pipes. ThermaSkirt not hot.
Water from return manifold Noise - ticks & clicks when heat on Sudden ‘bangs’
CAUSE Faulty / incorrect installation. No inhibitor fitted. Corrosion chemical/cleaner left in system Check boiler. Lockshield valve closed. TRV valve closed / off. Air trapped in pipework. Manifold not closed fully. Connectors & fittings rubbing on wall. ThermaSkirt length(s) cut too long, expanding and jumping off the bracket. Internal corners clipped both sides.
SOLUTION Drain and replace fitting or ‘O” ring from spares kit. Drain down, cleanse with TS3 and install inhibitor TS5. Drain down, replace piece, cleanse with TS3 and refill. Is heating ’ON’ and pressure OK? Open Lockshield valve ( ). Open TRV valve ( ). See 10 below. Turn to ‘OFF’ position. Relieve plasterwork at Feed & Return and/or corner fittings. Check lengths & refit if necessary. Check & remove/unclip unecessary clip.
10. BL E E D I NG YO U R S YS T E M ®
As ThermaSkirt® acts like a pipe, in normal operation air does not get trapped. However, on existing systems, to which ThermaSkirt is added, air may get trapped in the existing pipework to and from the skirting. Follow these simple steps if you discover cold sections of the ThermaSkirt ® which do not heat up. CLOSE
1. System with ThermaSkirt® & Conventional Radiators. Turn off all radiators and ThermaSkirt thermostatic and lockshield valves. Make sure your system is fully pressurised and the pump is set to max. Run the system for a few minutes, and, starting from the lowest point in the house, open each radiator/ThermaSkirt system, one at a time. Run for a further 2 minutes (approx) , close again and move to the next ThermaSkirt or radiator, moving upwards in the house. Any air will be expelled through the boiler or trapped in a conventional radiator. Bleed the radiator as normal. 2. New Installation with ThermaSkirt® Only. On installation, in a convenient place at the highest point of the system, ‘T’ off into a vertical leg 600mm high and install an automatic/manual air vent. Following the procedure above, close and open each ThermaSkirt® system in turn. Any air forced round the system will be expelled through the boiler or through the air vent. Air can also be bled from the bleed screw on top of the return manifold (A).
CLOSE
TRV Unit Trapped air expelled through boiler
Auto vent recommended to ease bleeding
AV
600mm (min)
Trapped air expelled through boiler
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A
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Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway architrave)
6
12
3
35mm
95mm
75mm
65mm
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
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100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
45mm
100mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
FEED (TRV VALVE)
95mm
60mm
130mm
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
65mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
35mm
35mm
20mm
RH END anti-clockwise installation
65mm
3
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
Fold along here for Regency OG template
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
6
90mm (PR)
9
DO NOT SCALE DWG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm 12
SINGLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE) (Through floor pipework)
FEED (TRV VALVE)
Cut along dotted line
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE) 35mm 75mm (PR) (OG) 45mm (LT) Fold along here for Deco PR template WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Fold along here for Urban LT / Classic TS template WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
100mm
120mm
LH END clockwise installation
LH END
9
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway architrave)
LH and RH installation
100mm
FEED (TRV VALVE) Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
60mm
130mm
95mm
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
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32mm
80mm
RH END
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80mm
100mm
50mm
NON TRV / THRESHOLD KIT PIPE INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Through floor pipework) DO NOT SCALE DWG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 100mm mm 50mm Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
45mm (LT) 35mm (PR)
100mm (LT) 90mm (PR)
75mm (OG)
130mm (OG)
Fold along here for Deco PR template Fold along here for Urban LT / Classic TS template
45mm RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
STICK TO WALL TO USE
WALL Fold along here for Regency OG template FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Drill 2 x 18mm holes Plan view for drilling feed and return touching wall surface pipe holes in floor
100mm
80mm
100mm
80mm
32mm
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway)
LH END
Cut/fold along here (Place on end of wall or doorway)
45mm
100mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ rface finish to a pth of 5mm in is shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
FEED (TRV VALVE)
95mm
WALL FLOOR
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
60mm
130mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
75mm
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
35mm (PR)
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm
45mm (LT)
75mm (OG)
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
65mm
Feed
40mm
95mm
100mm
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (LH feed direction) (Through floor pipework) 150mm
Return
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90mm (PR)
100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
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WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
Fit separate isolation valve
Fold along here for Deco PR Fold along here for Urban LT
45mm
Cut along dotted line
100mm
45mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
Relieve plaster/surface finish to a depth of 25mm in this dark shaded area to allow feed pipe to go behind Tectite fitting
Relieve plaster/ rface finish to a pth of 5mm in is shaded area to allow for Tectite fittings
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
95mm
Drill 2 x 18mm holes (See sheet 2 for location)
90mm
RETURN (LOCKSHIELD VALVE)
WALL FLOOR
WALL FLOOR
120mm
FEED (TRV VALVE)
45mm
Return
Fold along here for Deco PR Fold along here for Urban LT
DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 0 20 40 mm
Fit separate isolation valve
90mm (PR)
100mm (LT)
130mm (OG)
65mm
Cut/fold along here for Urban LT template
Cut/fold along here for Regency OG template
60mm
130mm
95mm
150mm
100mm
40mm
Feed
BI-DIRECTIONAL TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (RH feed direction) (Through floor pipework)
130mm
DOUBLE TRV INSTALLATION TEMPLATE (Sheet 1 of 2) Through floor pipework (Left and right feed) DO NOT SCALE DRG WHEN PRINTING 65mm 0 20 40 mm
75mm
STICK TO WALL TO USE
65mm
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL
Drill 2 x 18mm holes touching wall surface
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35mm (PR)
Relieve plaster/ surface finish to a depth of 5mm in this hatched area to allow for Tectite fittings
75mm (OG)
45mm (LT)
WALL FINISHED FLOOR LEVEL Plan view for drilling feed and return pipe holes in floor
