Install Instructions

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IM-PR 566442 1114 (Design Manual)
D.2.2 Off-loading and storing the mats
Climate Mats are typically delivered to the site
stacked vertically on a pallet, and wrapped in
cardboard and plastic shrink wrap for protection
during shipping. Unload the mats with care, and
ensure that all tubing and fittings are stored in a
flat, dry, well-ventilated location that is protected
from UV exposure. UV exposure must never exceed
6 months.
All Climate Mat assemblies are pressure tested
prior to shipment and remain under a static internal
pressure of ~20 psig during shipping. (Actual gauge
pressure will vary with site elevation.) Upon receipt
of the Climate Mat, inspect each assembly for
damage, and verify pressure retention. Examine
each Climate Mat for damage. Do not install any
defective or damaged products.
Figure D-3 Using pressure gauge
D.2.3 Layout and staging
Each Climate Mat delivery is provided with a
design layout that details the location of each
manifold and its corresponding Climate Mats. If you
did not receive a Climate Mat design layout, contact
Viega Technical Support. Each Climate Mat is
shipped with a label that provides the specifications
for that mat.
Prior to placing the Climate Mats, it is advisable to
measure and mark the location on the sub-base
of the first spacer strip for each Climate Mat. This
location can be determined from the design layout
provided by Viega. Also, to keep the Climate Mats
straight and square during installation, the installer
may find it useful to mark the sub-base to indicate
the position for the outer tube of each Climate Mat.
Using the layout provided by Viega, identify the
designated manifold locations and the Climate
Mats that correspond with these manifolds. To
move the Climate Mat off the pallet, two installers
can carry and place the rolled mat into position.
During placement, avoid dragging or rolling the
Climate Mat across long distances. When it’s
time for installation, Climate Mats will be unrolled
away from the manifolds, with the Climate Mat’s
temporary headers placed near the manifold
location.
Figure D-5 Measuring the location for the first
spacer strip
Figure D-4 Climate Mat label