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Figure 5: Horizontal Air Intake Piping Figure 6: Vertical Air Intake Piping 16

C. WATER TREATMENT The quality of water used in the heating system is essential for the successful operation and longevity of the system components. A successful water treatment plan will help to maintain efficiency, reduce the regularity of repair and/ or replacement, and extend the working life of the boiler and other system equipment. If left untreated, poor water quality could cause a number of problems including, but not limited to, oxidation, scaling, corrosion, and fouling. See Table 1A for examples of typical chemical agents found in untreated water along with their potential effects. Table 1A: Chemical Agents and Effects Compound Calcium Carbonate (CaCO 3 ) Calcium Bicarbonate (CaHCO 3 ) Calcium Sulphate (CaSO 4 ) Calcium Chloride (CaCl 2 ) Magnesium Carbonate (MgCO 3 ) Magnesium Bicarbonate (MgHCO 3 ) Magnesium Sulphate (MgSO 4 ) Silicon Dioxide (SiO 2 ) Effect Soft Scale Soft Scale, CO 2 Hard Scale Corrosion Soft Scale Corrosion, Scale Corrosion Hard Scale CAUTION The water shall have a maximum water hardness of 8.5 grains or 150 ppm. The recommended pH range is 8.8 to 9.2. However, other aspects of water quality can affect boiler operation and longevity. A qualified water treatment expert should be consulted to develop a complete water treatment plan. Oxygen contamination of boiler water will cause corrosion of iron and steel boiler components, and can lead to boiler failure. Thermal Solutions Standard Warranty does not cover problems caused by oxygen contamination of boiler water. Proper water treatment and boiler maintenance is required to avoid scale build-up on the inside of the boiler. Thermal Solutions Standard Warranty does not cover problems caused by scale build-up. When using Glycol products, all Glycol manufacturers' requirements, including rust inhibitors, must be adhered. Max 50% Glycol. Since the condition of water varies from location to location, it is impossible to prescribe a one-size-fits-all treatment plan for the system water. In order to develop an effective water treatment plan, it will be necessary to gain knowledge of the impurities dissolved in the water. Once all the impurities are identified, the proper treatment plan can be established. Therefore, it will be essential to obtain the expertise of a qualified industrial water treatment professional for establishing a treatment plan. In addition, a periodic testing/sampling plan should be developed. The intent of the plan should be to: (1) ensure the protection of the boiler and system equipment, (2) prevent an unforeseen system failure, (3) provide information for use in addressing the water quality, and (4) to confirm the proper concentration of chemicals in use. 17

Figure 5: Horizontal Air Intake Piping<br />

Figure 6: Vertical Air Intake Piping<br />

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