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IBR Guide Residential Hydronic Heating

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Author: Jim Goins for GAMA
ý Copyright 2001
by the Hydronics Institute Division of GAMA

This is the new training manual being used for the recently launched IBR training schools. It was assembled for the Hydronic Institute Division of Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA), by Jim Goins, a hydronics engineer, graphic illustrator, and technical trainer.

This publication is new from the ground up. It covers the design, installation, and troubleshooting of both water and steam based hydronic heating systems. It uses unique, detailed, and colorful illustrations to take you inside the working of devices such as boilers, steam traps, and mixing valves. It also provides unique data to assist in system design. Extensive new information on hydronic radiant floor heating is also provided. All information is organized into a large 3-ring binder with a clear and easy to follow table of contents.

Sample Pages are provided for viewing, with the permission of GAMA.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1: Harnessing Heat
Chapter 2: Selecting & Placing A Boiler
Chapter 3: Components of Hydronic Hot Water Heating Systems
Chapter 4: Piping Hydronic Hot Water Heating Systems
Chapter 5: Sizing Hydronic Hot Water Heating Systems
Chapter 6: Auxiliary Heating Loads
Chapter 7: Basic Electricity
Chapter 8: Controlling and Wiring Hydronic Systems
Chapter 9: Components of Hydronic Steam Heating Systems
Chapter 10: Piping Hydronic Steam Heating Systems
Chapter 11: Radiant Heating Basics
Chapter 12: System Survey

In summary, I consider this manual one of the best publications available on modern hydronic heating. You will find it informative, concise, and superbly illustrated.

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