How to properly connect the heating?

Heat in the house is the guarantee of his comfort, and therefore literateThe heating system is extremely important. Of course, the ideal option is when the heating system is organized by a specialist, but sometimes for the sake of saving money you have to do it yourself.

In this article, we will tell you how to properly connect the heat sink yourself.

Important rules

Regardless of which material you choose to install batteries, there are three important rules that must be observed when installing batteries:

• The upper grille should be located at a distance of 5-10 cm from the sill.
• The bottom grate of the battery should be at a distance of 8-12 centimeters from the floor.
• The gap between the wall and the radiator should be 2-5 cm.

If these three rules are observed, it will be possible to achieve maximum heat transfer of the heat source and optimum circulation of heated air.

Advance paynemt

Of course, the calculation of the number of radiator sections -The procedure is individual, here a lot of facts are taken into consideration, starting with the location of the room (north, south, corner, etc.) and ending with the building in which the room is located (village cottage, panel house, etc.). However, be aware that the classical formula for calculation is one section per 2 square meters of room with a ceiling height of 2.7 m.

Preparatory work

An approximate list of tools thatyou need to install and connect the radiator, such as: pliers, screwdriver, level, pencil and tape measure, special key for nipples, drill and key for mounting sections (purchased with a radiator).

Order of operations

The installation of the radiator can be divided into 5 stages:

• Dismantling the old battery (if any);
• Marking of fasteners;
• Installation of fasteners;
• Canopy and radiator installation;
• Connection of heating pipes.

Lateral unilateral connection

The first four stages of the work are strictly individual anddepend on the types of fastening of the old and new radiators, however, each of these stages is not complicated and does not require additional discussion, but the last step should be considered more carefully.

The most popular type of connection is the lateralone-way connection. In this case, the supply pipe is attached to the upper branch pipe, and the outlet pipe to the lower one (on one side). This method allows to provide the greatest heat transfer, however it is not too good for multi-section radiators, since the last sections do not warm up well enough.

Bottom connection

This method is relevant for those situations whereHeating pipes are hidden under the floor or plinth - both nozzles are located below and are directed vertically downwards. From an aesthetic point of view, this method is the most pleasant.

Diagonal connection

Used to connect multi-section radiators. The supply pipe in this case is connected to the upper branch pipe, and the return pipe is withdrawn through the lower branch pipe from the opposite side.

Either way, the installation and wiring processradiator is not so complicated, the main thing is to take into account the rules, correctly calculate and choose the best way to connect the heating pipe to your premises.

Additional recommendations you can read in the articles How to connect radiators and How to make heating.