How to Install a Radiant Heat System Underneath Flooring (page 4 of 4)
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Here's How To Do It:
- Step 1: Cut the Panels page 1
- Step 2: Cut the PEX Pipe and Secure page 1
- Step 3: Cut the Panels and Fit into Place page 1
- Step 4: Glue the Panels page 1
- Step 5: Place Tile Spacers Between Panels page 1
- Step 6: Screw Down the Tile page 1
- Step 7: Run the Thermostat page 2
- Step 8: Run PEX Piping Through the Wall page 2
- Step 9: Mount the Panels page 2
- Step 10: Remove the Short Pieces page 2
- Step 11: Feed the Pipe Through the Wall page 2
- Step 12: Lay PEX Pipe Into the Track page 2
- Step 13: Cut the PEX Pipe page 3
- Step 14: Connect Radiant Block to the Supply page 3
- Step 15: Attach Adaptor to Heat Loop Port page 3
- Step 16: Connect PEX and Threaded Adaptors page 3
- Step 17: Tighten Connection and Mount Valve current page
- Step 18: Cut the Pipe current page
- Step 19: Attach the PEX Line to the Port current page
- Step 20: Run Thermostat and Control Panel current page
- Step 21: Connect Radiant Loop to the Block current page
- Step 22: Connect Controller to Thermostat current page
Step 17: Tighten Connection and Mount Valve
Use a pair of slip joint pliers to tighten down the connection. Repeat the process on the other radiant loop port.
Mark and mount the valve using 1/4" x 2" hex screws.
Step 18: Cut the Pipe
Check the PEX line for the marks made earlier indicating the flow direction. Cut the pipe to length.
Step 19: Attach the PEX Line to the Port
Place a crimp ring in place, and attach the PEX line to the appropriate port on the valve. Use a crimping tool to secure the connection in place.
Step 20: Run Thermostat and Control Panel
Connect the other side of the radiant loop, and run the thermostat line into the valve and replace the cover.
Hook up the control panel by finishing up the wiring.
Note: Always check with the manufacturer's instructions before wiring for specific instructions.
Step 21: Connect Radiant Loop to the Block
Mount the radiant block, and connect the radiant loop to the block.
Step 22: Connect Controller to Thermostat
Connect the controller to the water heater thermostat.
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