Applications
MICROTherm is made specifically for commercial-sized hot water heaters and boilers that maintain temperature (i.e., not cold-start boilers). It works for all sizes of gas or oil-fired systems, and is suitable for both heating and domestic hot water production. It also functions with some steam boilers.
MICROTherm has proven itself in thousands of buildings throughout the United States and Europe. It is ideal for schools, municipal buildings, apartment complexes, hospitals, hotels, nursing homes, office buildings, factories... any facility with an appropriate boiler.
Please consult with your MICROTherm distributor to determine applicable installations.
Installation
Installation by an authorized contractor is simple and involves only electrical connections.
After installation, MICROTherm is programmed by running a built-in test to determine at which economy factor (percentage delay) the boiler should be set. This is done by setting four different empirical factors and allowing the unit to run comparative tests, analyzing each factor. The installer does not need to remain on premises.
The boiler runs its normal on/off cycle; MICROTherm runs an on/off cycle using one of the economy factors; the microprocessor collects the data, computes the comparative analysis and stores the information to be reviewed at a later date. When all four tests are complete, an indicator LED signals that the tests are done. The boiler then operates in a pre-installed condition until the installer returns and sets the best economy factor as learned from the tests. No further adjustments or maintenance of the unit are required.
A typical test is shown in the above chart. |
