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5. CLOSED CIRCUIT COMPONENTS
5.1.
Balance Tank
Balance Tank (Separator) must be vertical.
Advantages:
Ø No hydraulic response occurs between the boiler circuit and the heating circuit.
Ø Boilers and heating zones operate under suitable water flow.
Sizing of Balance Tank:
Ø In order to ensure healthy operation of the balance tank, accurate sizing must be made.
Ø The boiler's exit water temperature should be measured on the upper part of balance tank.
Ø For this, a ½" muff should be welded onto tank, and also an air relief cock should be mounted.
Ø Dimensions shown in the picture represent minimum dimensions required to be applied.
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