Earth Loop: Direct Axxess For Earthlinked Heating / Cooling and Commercial Water Heating Systems

DIRECT AXXESS®
Earth Loop Manual

for
EarthLinked® Heating / Cooling
and
Commercial Water Heating Systems
with
R-410A and R-407C
EL-SIS (05/12) Copyright 2012 Earthlinked Technologies, Inc.

Disclaimer
Proper installation and servicing of the DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop System is essential to its reliable
performance. All DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loops systems must be installed and serviced by an
authorized, trained technician who has successfully completed the training class and passed the final
examination. Installation and service must be made in accordance with the instructions set forth in this
manual. Failure to provide installation and service by an authorized, trained installer in a manner
consistent with the subject manual will nullify the limited warranty coverage for the EarthLinked®
Heating and Cooling System or Commercial Water Heating System and the DIRECT AXXESS® Earth
Loops.
Earthlinked Technologies, Inc. shall not be liable for any defect, unsatisfactory performance, damage or
loss, whether direct or consequential, relative to the design, manufacture, construction, application or
installation of field specified components.
Earthlinked Technologies, Inc.

4151 South Pipkin Road
Lakeland, Florida 33811
tel. 863-701-0096 ● fax 863-701-7796
info@earthlinked.com ● www.earthlinked.com
CSI # 23 80 00
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Table of Contents
1. Specification ................................................................................................................. 6
a. Cathodic Protection System – Anode Location ...................................................... 8
b. Multiple Earth Loop System Placement................................................................... 9
c. Earth Loop Selection ............................................................................................. 11
2. Inspection/Pre-Installation .......................................................................................... 20
3. Earth Loop Site Location Guidelines .......................................................................... 23
a. General ................................................................................................................. 23
b. Manifolds ............................................................................................................... 24
4. Vertical/Diagonal Installation ...................................................................................... 25
a. Site Preparation and Bore Holes ........................................................................... 25
b. Earth Loop Installation........................................................................................... 26
c. Grouting ................................................................................................................ 27
d. Manifold Assembly ................................................................................................ 29
e. Line Set and Building Entry ................................................................................... 30
f. Seal Test ............................................................................................................... 35
g. Backfilling .............................................................................................................. 35
5. Horizontal Pit/Trench Installation ................................................................................ 36
a. Site Preparation and Excavation ........................................................................... 36
b. Earth Loop Installation........................................................................................... 36
c. Manifold Assembly ................................................................................................ 37
d. Line Set ................................................................................................................. 39
e. Seal Test ............................................................................................................... 39
f. Soaker Hose Installation ....................................................................................... 39
g. Backfilling .............................................................................................................. 40
6. Cathodic Protection System ....................................................................................... 41
a. Anode Location and Installation ............................................................................ 41
b. Anode Triangulation .............................................................................................. 43
c. CPS Connections .................................................................................................. 44
d. CPS Operation & Service ...................................................................................... 45
e. CPS Current Verification ....................................................................................... 45
7. Service........................................................................................................................ 47
8. Warranty Claims Procedure........................................................................................ 48
9. Site Survey Forms ...................................................................................................... 48
10. Copper Tubing in Soils ............................................................................................... 61
11. Earth Loop Configurations ......................................................................................... 62
12. Tools and Equipment .................................................................................................. 91
13. Earth Loop Warranty Information................................................................................ 92
14. Service Parts ............................................................................................................ 107
Index .............................................................................................................................. 123
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List of Figures
Figure 1. General System Layout ............................................................................................ 8
Figure 2. Typical Anode Locations ........................................................................................... 8
Figure 2a. Multiple Earth Loop System Placement ................................................................. 10
Figure 2b. Selected Multiple Vertical Earth Loop System Placement ..................................... 11
Figure 3. CPS Model Matched to Compressor Unit Size ........................................................ 11
Figure 4a. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-407C................................................................. 14
Figure 4b. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-410A ................................................................. 15
Figure 5a. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-407C .............................................................. 16
Figure 5b. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-410A .............................................................. 17
Figure 6a. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-407C ...................................................... 18
Figure 6b. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-410A....................................................... 18
Figure 7a. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-407C .............................................. 19
Figure 7b. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-410A................................................ 19
Figure 8a. Earth Loop Cross-Section Details for R-407C ........................................................ 21
Figure 8b. Earth Loop Cross-Section Details for R-410A ........................................................ 22
Figure 9. Typical Liquid and Vapor Manifolds .......................................................................... 23
Figure 10. Manifold Pit Detail................................................................................................... 24
Figure 11. Manifold Triangulation ............................................................................................ 25
Figure 12. Vertical and Diagonal Earth Loops ......................................................................... 26
Figure 13a. SuperGrout .......................................................................................................... 27
Figure 13b. Thermal Grout Select ........................................................................................... 27
Figure 13c. Therm-Ex Plus Grout ............................................................................................ 28
Figure 13d. High TC Geothermal Grout ................................................................................... 28
Figure 13e BNL-111 Grout ..................................................................................................... 28
Figure 13f. Grout Volume Requirements ................................................................................. 29
Figure 14a. Line Set Sizes for R-407C .................................................................................... 30
Figure 14b. Line Set Sizes for R-410A .................................................................................... 31
Figure 15a. Line Set Installation – Single Trench .................................................................... 31
Figure 15b. Line Set Installation – Double Trench ................................................................... 32
Figure 16a. Line Set Building Entry – Lines Separate ............................................................. 33
Figure 16b. Line Set Building Entry – Lines Together ............................................................. 34
Figure 17. Line Set Termination at Compressor End Unit for Seal Test .................................. 35
Figure 18. Horizontal Pit or Trench Bottom.............................................................................. 36

Figure 18a. Horizontal Earth Loop Crossovers ........................................................................ 37
Figure 19. Manifold Detail for Horizontal Pit and Trench Earth Loops ..................................... 38
Figure 20. Soaker Hose – Pit Installation................................................................................. 39
Figure 21. Soaker Hose – Trench Installation.......................................................................... 40
Figure 22. Backfilling ............................................................................................................... 40
Figure 23. Typical Anode Locations ........................................................................................ 41
Figure 24. Vertical Anode Installation ...................................................................................... 42
Figure 25. Horizontal Anode Installation .................................................................................. 42
Figure 26. Anode Triangulation ............................................................................................... 43
Figure 27. DIRECT AXXESS® Warranty Registration ............................................................. 43
Figure 28. CPS Control Connections ....................................................................................... 44
Figure 29. CPS Current Ratings ............................................................................................. 45
Figure 30. Cathodic Circuit Wiring .......................................................................................... 46
Figure 31. Test for DC Current ............................................................................................... 46

1. Specification
This manual addresses the specification and installation of DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop Systems
with EarthLinked® Heating and Cooling Systems and Commercial Water Heating Systems.
The specification of an earth loop system begins with the correct sizing of the system and
completion of the appropriate site survey form, detailed in Section 9 of this manual.
Based on this information the appropriate earth loop configuration is selected, consistent with the
following guidelines:
The following site restrictions apply to drilling or excavation operations relative to all DIRECT
AXXESS® earth loop configurations:
• Before excavating or drilling, the site must be inspected to ensure the absence of electric, gas,
water, sewer, irrigation and telephone lines.
• Excavations are subject to OSHA regulations (Federal Register; Volume 54; No. 209; Oct. 31,
1989. Rules and Regulations page 45965 [29 CRF Part 1926]).Earth loop installations are not to
be within:
a. 10 feet of a foundation, water line or drainage zone of a building downspout.
b. 50 feet of a water well, septic system, or below the collection basin of de-icing salts or
barnyard runoff.
c. One-half the branch extremities of a tree or shrub.
EarthLinked® Commercial Water Heating systems utilize sealed copper tubing earth loops to
provide excellent heat transfer to and from the earth.
Prior to specifying an EarthLinked® system, the following guidelines are to be implemented to
determine if the EarthLinked® Cathodic Protection System is required.

The use of copper in earth loops is compatible with over 90% of the land area in North America.
Copper tubing in soils is covered in detail in Section 10, and can be accessed at the following
website:
http://www.earthlinked.com/files/downloads/documents/CopperTubingInSoils.pdf
Soil samples are to be tested to determine pH value. ETI recommends that soil be sampled,
analyzed and documented by a licensed materials testing laboratory. Purchased pH testing
devices should NOT be utilized.
The local soil conditions are to be evaluated for thermal conductivity because it can be a
determining factor concerning the requirement for an Auxiliary Cooling Module (ACM) based on the
following conditions.
Manifolds for the earth loops must be located so that:

1. There is adequate space for the selected loop configuration. (See Section 11)
2. The TOTAL equivalent line set length does not exceed 125 feet, as illustrated in Figure 1.

Figure 1. General System Layout
a. Cathodic Protection System – Anode Location

For (1) vertical and diagonal and (2) horizontal earth loop installations, the anode is located as
shown in Figure 2. It must be at least 20 feet away, as shown, with NO METAL pipes, wires or other
objects between the anode and the earth loops. Figure 2 also shows the general layout and
placement of the CPS control anode wire and loop wire.
Figure 2. Typical Anode Locations

b. Multiple Earth Loop System Placement
When multiple earth loop systems are installed on a site, the individual earth loops must be
sufficiently separated from one another and be given enough open space to conduct sufficient heat
transfer to and from the surrounding earth.
Figure 2a lists and illustrates the spacing between earth loop systems when multiple systems are
required to be adjacent to one another.
If there is a minimum site space available, and multiple vertical earth loop systems must be
placed adjacent to one another, Figure 2b illustrates an approved earth loop arrangement for only
the specified vertical earth loop systems. The advantage to this arrangement is the distance
between vertical earth loop systems is reduced from 15 ft. to 7 ft. (in some cases, 0 ft.).
The following guidelines shall be followed when installing multiple vertical earth loop systems as
they are shown in Figure 2b:
• All individual earth loops of an earth loop system must be at the same depth.
• All individual liquid lines in an earth loop system must be of equal length.
• No one line can contact another.
It is also noted that an earth loop system of a given size can be placed adjacent to an earth loop
system of a different size, as shown in Figure 2b.

Figure 2a. Multiple Earth Loop System Placement

Figure 2b. Selected Multiple Vertical Earth Loop System Placement
The selection of the correct CPS model is based on the size of the compressor unit, as shown in
Figure 3.
Compressor Unit Cathodic
Sizes Protection System
-018 CPS-1830
-024 CPS-1830
-030 CPS-1830
-036 CPS-3642
-042 CPS-3642
-048 CPS-4872
-060 CPS-4872
-068 CPS-4872
-072 CPS-4872
Figure 3. CPS Model Matched to Compressor Unit Size
c. Earth Loop Selection

DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loops are designed to offer four configurations for installation, as a
component of the EarthLinked® Heating and Cooling System:
1. Diagonal - Drilled
2. Vertical - Drilled
3. Horizontal – Pit - Excavated
4. Horizontal – Trench - Excavated
Within each of these major configurations there are options that enable design and installation
flexibility.

Vertical and Diagonal configurations enable choices of the length of earth loop for each model
(capacity) of Compressor Unit. Generally, more earth loop length per ton provides higher system
operating efficiency and capacity.
When earth loops are ordered by the model numbers, they come complete and ready to install. All
earth loop systems include the manifolds. The line set to connect the manifolds to the
compressor unit is field supplied.
The advantage of the diagonal earth loop system is that it requires a smaller footprint (8 ft.
diameter circle) than the vertical design and therefore lends itself to smaller spaces and
retrofit applications. The earth loop plan layouts for the vertical and diagonal configurations
are detailed in Section 11.
All earth loop system s include the manifolds.
The line set that connects the manifolds to the compressor unit is field supplied.
Horizontal-Pit and Horizontal-Trench configurations are installed 5 to 6 feet under the earth
surface (no less than 1-1/2 feet below the frost line), in at least two geometric variations of each,
making these earth loop designs more compatible with the available earth surface geometry. As a
rule-of-thumb, for horizontal installations, the area of disturbed earth surface is 500 square feet per
ton of heat pump capacity.
Details of plan layouts are illustrated in Section 11.

All Earth Loop Systems include the manifolds.
For horizontal earth loop system s (H1 and H5), the appropriate soaker hose kit is included.
The line set that connects the manifolds to the compressor unit is field supplied.

R-407C
Vertical Earth Loop System
• 1, 1.5 or 2 loops per ton
• 75 or 100 feet drilling depth per loop
• 0° drilling angle (from vertical)
• 3 inch (min.) bore hole diameter
Note: Check appropriate performance table for application of Earth Loops.

DESCRIPTION MODEL
V1: Vertical (1 per ton)
V1-024
V1-030
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton V1-036
(for earth temperatures 40°F through 55°F) V1-042
V1-048
V1-060
V1-072
T1: Vertical (1 per ton)
T1-024
USE FOR HEATING ONLY T1-030
(HC, HCW, HW, HWW SERIES) T1-036
T1-042
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton T1-048
T1-060
T1-072
V1.5: Vertical (1.5 per ton)
V1.5-018 (2)
V1.5-024 (3)
V1.5-030 (4)
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton V1.5-036 (4)
(for earth temperatures above 55°F) V1.5-042 (5)
V1.5-048 (6)
V1.5-060 (7)
V1.5-072 (9)
V2-018
V2-024
V2-030
2 x 75’ x 7/16” Vapor Line and 7/32” Liquid Line per ton V2-036
V2-042
V2-048
V2-060
V2-072
Figure 4a. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-407C

R-410A

DESCRIPTION MODEL
V1-024-C
V1-030-C
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 5/16” Liquid Line per ton V1-036-C
(for earth temperatures 40°F through 55°F) V1-042-C
V1-048-C
V1-060-C
V1-072-C
T1: Vertical (1 per ton)
T1-024-C
USE FOR HEATING ONLY T1-030-C
(HC, HCW, HW, HWW SERIES) T1-036-C
T1-042-C
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 5/16” Liquid Line per ton T1-048-C
T1-060-C
T1-072-C
V1.5: Vertical (1.5 per ton)
V1.5-018-C (2)
V1.5-024-C (3)
V1.5-030-C (4)
1 x 100’ x 7/16” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton V1.5-036-C (4)
(for earth temperatures above 55°F) V1.5-042-C (5)
V1.5-048-C (6)
V1.5-060-C (7)
V1.5-072-C (9)
V2-018-C
V2-024-C
V2-030-C
2 x 75’ x 3/8” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton V2-036-C
V2-042-C
V2-048-C
V2-060-C
V2-072-C
Figure 4b. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-410A

R-407C
Diagonal Earth Loop System
• Small footprint (8 feet diameter)
• 1, 1.5, 2 or 3 loops per ton
• 50, 75 or 100 feet bore hole depth per
loop
• 15 to 45° drilling angle for D1, T1, D1.5 or
D2 loops (from vertical)
• 30 to 45° drilling angle for D3 loop (from
vertical)
DESCRIPTION MODEL
D1: Diagonal (1 per ton)
D1-024
D1-030
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton D1-036
(for earth temperatures 40°F through 55°F) D1-042
D1-048
D1-060
D1-072
T1: Diagonal (1 per ton)
T1-024
USE FOR HEATING ONLY T1-030
(HC, HCW, HW, HWW SERIES) T1-036
T1-042
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton T1-048
T1-060
T1-072
D1.5: Diagonal (1.5 per ton)
D1.5-018 (2)
D1.5-024 (3)
D1.5-030 (4)
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton D1.5-036 (4)
(for earth temperatures above 55°F) D1.5-042 (5)
D1.5-048 (6)
D1.5-060 (7)
D1.5-072 (9)
D2-018
D2-024
D2-030
D2-042
D2-048
D2-060
D2-072
D3-018
D3-024
D3-030
D3-042
D3-048
D3-060
D3-072
Figure 5a. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-407C

R-410A
• 50, 75 or 100 feet bore hole depth per
loop
• 15 to 45° drilling angle for D1, T1, D1.5 or
D2 loops (from vertical)
vertical)
DESCRIPTION MODEL
D1-024-C
D1-030-C
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 5/16” Liquid Line per ton D1-036-C
(for earth temperatures 40°F through 55°F) D1-042-C
D1-048-C
D1-060-C
D1-072-C
T1: Diagonal (1 per ton)
T1-024-C
USE FOR HEATING ONLY T1-030-C
(HC, HCW, HW, HWW SERIES) T1-036-C
T1-042-C
1 x 100’ x 1/2” Vapor Line and 5/16” Liquid Line per ton T1-048-C
T1-060-C
T1-072-C
D1.5: Diagonal (1.5 per ton)
D1.5-018-C (2)
D1.5-024-C (3)
D1.5-030-C (4)
1 x 100’ x 7/16” Vapor Line and 1/4” Liquid Line per ton D1.5-036-C (4)
(for earth temperatures above 55°F) D1.5-042-C (5)
D1.5-048-C (6)
D1.5-060-C (7)
D1.5-072-C (9)
D2-018-C
D2-024-C
D2-030-C
D2-042-C
D2-048-C
D2-060-C
D2-072-C
D3-018-C
D3-024-C
D3-030-C
D3-042-C
D3-048-C
D3-060-C
D3-072-C
Figure 5b. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-410A

R-407C
Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System
• 5 loops per ton
• 100 feet length per loop
• 5 to 6 feet typical depth of pit
(18 inches below frost line)
Note: Check appropriate performance table in for application of Earth Loops.

DESCRIPTION MODEL
H5: Horizontal Pit
H5-018
H5-024
H5-030
5 x 100’ x 1/4” Loops per ton
H5-036
H5-042
H5-048
H5-060
H5-072
Figure 6a. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-407C
R-410A
Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System
• 5 loops per ton
Note: Check appropriate performance table in for application of Earth Loops.

DESCRIPTION MODEL
H5: Horizontal Pit
H5-018-C
H5-024-C
H5-030-C
5 x 100’ x 1/4” Loops per ton
H5-036-C
H5-042-C
H5-048-C
H5-060-C
H5-072-C
Figure 6b. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-410A

R-407C
Horizontal Trench Earth Loop
System
• 1 loop per ton
NOTE: Check appropriate performance table for application of earth loops.

DESCRIPTION MODEL
H1: Horizontal Trench
H1-024
H1-030
1 x 250’ x 1/2” Loops per ton H1-036
H1-042
H1-048
H1-060
H1-072
Figure 7a. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-407C
R-410A
Horizontal Trench Earth Loop
System
• 1 loop per ton
NOTE: Check appropriate performance table for application of earth loops.

DESCRIPTION MODEL
H1: Horizontal Trench
H1-024-C
H1-030-C
1 x 250’ x 1/2” Loops per ton H1-036-C
H1-042-C
H1-048-C
H1-060-C
H1-072-C
Figure 7b. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-410A

2. Inspection/Pre-Installation
1. Compare the label on the Earth Loop packaging with ordering and shipping information to verify
the correct equipment has been shipped.
2. Verify refrigerant tubing is free of kinks and dents (see Figure 8a and 8b).
3. Inspect all manifolds. Connections must be free of kinks and dents (see Figure 9).

Figure 8a. Earth Loop Cross-Section Details for R-407C

Figure 8b. Earth Loop Cross-Section Details for R-410A

Figure 9. Typical Liquid and Vapor Manifolds
Check the earth loop to see that it is sealed, by quickly depressing and releasing the service valve
stem at the end of the earth loop liquid (smaller) tube. The rushing sound of escaping nitrogen gas
ensures that the earth loop is sealed.
Earth loops should be stored in a clean, dry area. Keep earth loops in original packaging until
installation.
If it is necessary to store earth loops on a job site, keep earth loops in their original packaging and
cover with other shipping cartons, vinyl film or an equivalent protective covering. In areas where
construction activities are taking place, all due precautions must be taken to avoid physical damage
to the earth loops and contamination by foreign material. Physical damage and contamination may
prevent proper start-up and may result in costly equipment clean up. Examine all earth loop
components before installing.
3. Earth Loop Site Location Guidelines

a. General
See Section 12 for tools and equipment required to install a DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop
System.

b. Manifolds
Manifolds for the earth loops must be located so that:
1. There is adequate space for the selected loop configuration. (See Section 11.)
2. The total equivalent line set length between the manifolds and the air handler (or cased coil)
does not exceed 125 feet. (See Figure 1.)
3. The manifolds are located in the pit in accordance with Figure 10. Be sure manifolds are
located in an open area for easy access.
4. Connect earth loops to each manifold shaping the earth loops in a “pin wheel” fashion as
shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10. Manifold Pit Detail

Using a permanent structure as the basis for measurement, determine and record the
distances A and B shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11. Manifold Triangulation
After locating the manifolds per distances A and B, record this information on the DIRECT
AXXESS® Warranty Registration (LIT-64). A copy is shown in Section 13.
Provide a copy of this completed form to the owner.
4. Vertical/Diagonal Installation
a. Site Preparation and Bore Holes
Lay out the bore hole circle and location of each bore hole with spray paint or flag markers,
consistent with the selected DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop System per the appropriate
configuration in Section 11.
Diagonal bore hole patterns may be laid out on an 8 feet diameter circle. The space diagrams
for diagonal bore hole patterns in Section 11 are based on an 8 feet diameter circle.


• 50, 75 or 100 feet bore hole depth per loop
• 15 to 45° drilling angle for D1, T1, D1.5 or D2
loops (from vertical)
vertical)
Figure 12. Vertical and Diagonal Earth Loops
Drill bore holes at least 3” diameter to allow for appropriate grouting operations. Bore holes are
to be drilled to a depth consistent with (1) the length of the earth loop and (2) the braze joint
connections to the manifolds in the manifold pit. Details of the manifold pit connections are
shown in Figure 10.
Maintain each earth loop the same length. Do not shorten an earth loop. If it is too long, bend or
coil it in a radius no smaller than 1 ft. to take up the extra length. It is critical that each earth loop
have the same length to ensure normal system performance.
It is recommended that the bore hole angle for diagonal installations not exceed 45° because
above this angle a consistent grout fill becomes difficult to accomplish.
b. Earth Loop Installation
The earth loop bore holes are drilled to a depth appropriate to accept the specified earth loops.
The installer should check the earth loop to see that it is sealed, by quickly depressing and
releasing the service valve stem at the end of the earth loop liquid (smaller) tube. The rushing
sound of escaping nitrogen gas ensures that the earth loop is sealed.
The pressurized coiled earth loop is uncoiled and straightened in 4 to 6 ft. lengths (as a
minimum), and inserted into the bore hole. As an option, a flexible grouting hose (tremie tube)
may be fed into the bore hole with the earth loop, at the same time. If the diameter of the drilled
bore hole is large enough, the grouting hose can be inserted after the earth loop has been
lowered into place. The method is the installer’s choice.

After each earth loop is installed in the bore hole and grouted or backfilled as appropriate, the
earth loop pressure is checked again to ensure the assembly has maintained its seal during
installation. The pressurized nitrogen is not released from each earth loop until the earth loops
are ready to be connected to the manifolds.
c. Grouting
Figure 13a. SuperGrout
Figure 13b. Thermal Grout Select

Figure 13c. Therm-Ex Plus Grout
Figure 13d. High TC Geothermal Grout
Figure 13e BNL-111 Grout

Thermal grout volume requirements for vertical and diagonal DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop
configurations are listed in Figure 13f.
Figure 13f. Grout Volume Requirements
d. Manifold Assembly
After earth loops have been inserted and grouted into the bore holes, the terminations of the
earth loops are to be connected to the manifolds as shown in Figure 10.
The vapor manifold (larger tubes) is to be located above the liquid manifold (smaller tubes)
with the vapor manifold earth loop feeders “up”, the liquid manifold earth loop feeders “down,”
as shown in Figure 10.
Typical liquid and vapor manifolds are shown in Figure 9.
First, the liquid earth loop tube terminations are cut and cleaned and fit to the liquid manifold
connections, also cleaned. The liquid line of the field supplied manifold line set is cleaned and
connected to the main port on the liquid manifold, also cleaned.

The vapor manifold earth loop terminations and manifold line set connections, are done
after the liquid connections are brazed.
e. Line Set and Building Entry
Earth Loop line set sizes for R-407C systems are shown in Figure 14a.
COMPRESSOR LINE SET O.D., INCHES

UNIT SIZE LIQUID* VAPOR *
1.5 Tons (-018) 5/16 5/8
2.0 Tons (-024) 3/8 3/4
2.5 Tons (-030) 3/8 3/4
3.0 Tons (-036) 3/8 3/4
3.5 Tons (-042) 1/2 7/8
4.0 Tons (-048) 1/2 7/8
5.0 Tons (-060) 1/2 1-1/8
6.0 Tons (-072) 1/2 1-1/8
*Liquid and Vapor lines must BOTH be insulated with Armaflex®,
Insul-Lock® or equivalent with at least 1/2” wall thickness for the full
length of the line set.
Figure 14a. Line Set Sizes for R-407C

Earth Loop line set sizes for R-410A systems are shown in Figure 14b.
COMPRESSOR LINE SET O.D., INCHES

UNIT SIZE LIQUID* VAPOR *
1.5 Tons (-018) 3/8 5/8
2.0 Tons (-024) 3/8 5/8
2.5 Tons (-030) 3/8 3/4
3.0 Tons (-036) 1/2 3/4
3.5 Tons (-042) 1/2 3/4
4.0 Tons (-048) 1/2 7/8
5.0 Tons (-060) 1/2 7/8
5.7 Tons (-068) 1/2 1 -1/8
*Liquid and Vapor lines must BOTH be insulated with Armaflex®,
Insul-Lock® or equivalent with at least 1/2” wall thickness for the full
length of the line set.
Figure 14b. Line Set Sizes for R-410A
Prior to or after brazing the earth loop and line set to the manifolds, the line set should be
installed and run to the location of the compressor unit. The methods are shown in Figures 15a
and 15b.
Figure 15a. Line Set Installation – Single Trench

Figure 15b. Line Set Installation – Double Trench
If the compressor unit is to be placed outdoors, the line set is brought up through the ground
adjacent to the compressor unit back side (nearest the wall), maintaining separation of the
insulated refrigerant lines.
If the compressor unit is to be placed indoors, the line set must be run through or under an
outer wall to the compressor unit location. The following guidelines are to be used in
conjunction with Figures 16a or 16b.
1. Enter the building above grade, if at all possible.
2. Below grade entry is a source for basement wall leakage. Seal with flexible sealant that
maintains a tight seal for temperatures from -40°F to +200°F and adheres to all materials
involved.
The sealant recommended for use in building entry is DAP Silicone Ultra (100% silicone rubber
sealant, #7079811646) or equivalent. MSDS information for this product is available at
www.dap.com.
The foam recommended for use in foaming the insulated line set tubes inside the PVC sleeve is
DOW Insulating Foam Sealant (“Great Stuff”, #7498500154), which is airtight and waterproof.
MSDS information for this product is available at www.dow.com.
It is noted that after the insulated vapor and liquid lines enter the building they must continue to be
separated by an air space from the point of building entry to the compressor unit.

Figure 16a. Line Set Building Entry – Lines Separate

If it is not feasible to separate the insulated vapor and liquid lines of the line set at building entry as
illustrated in Figure 16a, and both lines must enter the building through one conduit. This is
illustrated in Figure 16b. It is further noted that the insulated liquid and vapor lines must be
separated by an air space between the building entry and the compressor unit.
Figure 16b. Line Set Building Entry – Lines Together
After all brazing has been done on the earth loops/manifolds/line set; the line set “compressor
unit ends” of the tubes are to be prepared as shown in Figure 17, in preparation for the earth
loop system seal test.
Braze a service valve into the vapor line termination and a cap onto the liquid line termination
as shown in Figure 17.

Figure 17. Line Set Termination at
Compressor End Unit for Seal Test
f. Seal Test
After brazing the earth loop system joints as noted above (includes manifolds, earth loops and
earth loop line set, but NOT the compressor unit or any other HVAC refrigeration system
component), the complete underground system is to be seal tested with 400 PSIG nitrogen.
After connecting a high pressure hose from the regulator on the nitrogen tank to the service
valve on the vapor line of the line set, slowly increase the nitrogen pressure to 400 PSIG,
checking for any obvious leaks audibly.
If no audible leaks are detected, check all joints to ensure they are sealed, by one of the
following methods:
1. Ultrasonic Leak Detector or Bubble Solution Leak Detector
2. Electronic Leak Detector (requires a trace amount of refrigerant in the system)
When the Earth Loop System (earth loops, manifolds and line set assembly) has been
successfully seal tested, leave 400 psig nitrogen with pressure gauge on the service valve
in Figure 17. Valve off the nitrogen source and monitor the pressure on the underground
system to ensure that 400psig has been maintained for minimum of 8 hours. After
successfully passing these seal checks, the underground earth loop system is ready for
backfilling, prior to connecting it to the compressor unit.
Monitor the pressure reading during the backfilling operation to ensure that the earth loop
system remains sealed.
g. Backfilling
Prior to backfilling the manifold pit, shown in Figure 10, add water to the pit, covering the
manifolds. The water in the pit will ensure firm compaction of the sand that is to be packed
around the manifolds and earth loop connections. Carefully pack sand around the manifolds to
ensure that the manifolds are firmly oriented as shown in Figure 10 (manifolds are shown with
proper spacing and orientation, and manifold bodies are VERTICAL as shown).
Ensure that enough sand is packed around the manifolds/earth loops/line sets that backfilling
will not move them from the indicated positions of Figure 10.
Backfill the line set trench with excavated fill if there are no rocks or sharp objects. If the backfill
has rocks and/or sharp objects, fill the earth loop trench with 2” of sand under and over the line
set and then carefully backfill the excavated fill.
5. Horizontal Pit/Trench Installation
a. Site Preparation and Excavation
Lay out the shape of the pit or trench earth loop system with spray paint or flag markers,
consistent with the selected earth loop configuration in Section 11.
Excavate to a depth of at least 5 feet and no less than 1-1/2 feet below the frost line (5 to 6
feet depth is typical). The bottom of the horizontal pit or trench system must be level
within 12” continuously from one end to the other, as shown in Figure 18.
LEVEL LINE
12" MAX.
Figure 18. Horizontal Pit or Trench Bottom
If there are rocks or sharp objects at the pit/trench bottom, spread a 2” layer of sand or finely
crushed limestone across the bottom before installing the earth loop system.
b. Earth Loop Installation
The rolled tubing is checked for pressure at the service valve. Quickly depress and release the
service valve stem at the end of the earth loop. The rushing sound of escaping nitrogen gas
ensures that the earth loop is sealed.

Lay in the earth loop refrigerant lines with the following minimum spacing between lines,
consistent with the earth loop pattern selected from Section 11.
1. H5 – Pit: 1 Foot minimum spacing between tubes.
2. H1 – Trench: 4 Feet minimum spacing between tubes.
When pit and trench earth loops are laid in, there will be points where one earth loop crosses
over another earth loop.
At each cross over, install the factory supplied polymer tube covers as shown in Figure 18a on
the lower of the two earth loops at the crossover point. Center the crossover protector relative to
the upper tube, as shown.
Figure 18a. Horizontal Earth Loop Crossovers
c. Manifold Assembly
Assemble the liquid manifold, earth loops and manifold line set first, as shown in Figure 19, after
all copper tubes are cut to length, cleaned and deburred. (Do not add sand at this time.)

Figure 19. Manifold Detail for Horizontal Pit and Trench Earth Loops
Vapor and liquid manifolds are to be located as shown in Figure 19. Both manifolds are to be
vertical, with the earth loop feeders horizontal, as shown.
Typical liquid and vapor manifolds are shown in Figure 9.
The vapor manifold earth loop tubes and manifold line set connections, are brazed after the
liquid connections are brazed. When brazing is completed on all liquid and vapor connections
at the manifolds, insulate both liquid and vapor line sets (from the manifold connection point)
with ½” wall thickness insulation (Armaflex™, Insul-Lock® or equivalent) and orient the
manifolds and earth loops in the manifold pit as shown in Figure 19, ensuring that the two
manifolds are vertical. Add water to shored-up area around manifolds and earth loop
connections to cover the manifolds. This will ensure firm compaction of the sand that is to be
packed around the manifolds and earth loop connections. Carefully pack sand around the
manifolds to ensure they are firmly oriented vertically.
d. Line Set
Follow the instructions in Section 4e of this manual.
e. Seal Test
Follow the instructions in Section 4f of this manual.
f. Soaker Hose Installation
FOR THE PIT INSTALLATION, the soaker hose is installed directly on top of the copper earth
loop system, as shown in Figure 20.
Figure 20. Soaker Hose – Pit Installation
Follow these steps to complete the soaker hose installation:
1. Install the soaker hose (perforated hose) on top of the copper tubing so as to evenly
distribute water over the site during soaking.
2. The solid (non-perforated) portion of the hose must run from the perforated portion of the
soaker hose to a faucet.
3. After backfilling, run the soaker hose assembly at full flow for 24 hours.
4. Do not operate the system in the heating mode for two (2) weeks to allow water to
percolate away from earth loops.
FOR THE TRENCH INSTALLATION, the soaker hose is installed after partial back filling of
the trench is completed as shown in Figure 21. This technique reduces the potential for the
backfilled earth to “bridge” across the trench and impair earth loop heat transfer.

Figure 21. Soaker Hose – Trench Installation
Follow the preceding instructions for the trench soaker hose installation and operation, except
place the soaker hose within 2 ft. of the ground surface directly above the earth loop.
Run at full flow for 24 hours, as shown in Figure 21. Do not operate the system in the
heating mode for two (2) weeks to allow water to percolate away from earth loops.
g. Backfilling
Prior to backfilling the pit or trench earth loop system, carefully pack sand around the manifolds,
as shown in Figure 19 to ensure they are firmly oriented and will not be moved during the
backfilling operation.
If there are rocks or sharp objects in the backfill, put a 2” layer of sand under and over the earth
loop and manifold line set lines before backfilling.
Backfill the pit or trench system by gradually moving backfill progressively across the copper
lines. Do not dump or drop backfill onto the earth loop, manifolds or manifold line set.
See Figure 22.
Figure 22. Backfilling
After backfilling the pit or trench earth loop system, run the soaker hose as detailed in Section 5f
at full flow for 24 hours.

6. Cathodic Protection System
a. Anode Location and Installation

For (1) vertical and diagonal and (2) horizontal earth loop installations, the anode is located as
shown in Figure 23. It must be at least 20 feet away, as shown, with NO METAL pipes, wires or
other objects between the anode and the earth loops. Figure 23 also shows the general layout
and placement of the CPS control anode wire and loop wire.
Figure 23. Typical Anode Locations

The installation details for the vertical anode are shown in Figure 24. The vertical anode
installation is preferred for vertical or diagonal earth loops; however, the horizontal anode
installation as shown in Figure 25 is fully acceptable.

Figure 24. Vertical Anode Installation
Figure 25. Horizontal Anode Installation
For horizontal earth loops, the corrosion protection system anode should be located at least 20
feet away as shown in Figure 23. No METAL pipes, wires or other objects should be between the
anode and the earth loops. The horizontal anode installation as shown in Figure 25 is
preferred for horizontal earth loops; however, the vertical anode installation as shown in Figure
24 is fully acceptable.

b. Anode Triangulation
The anode location is to be triangulated (measured) in accordance with Figure 26. Measure the
distances A and B from a permanent structure and record the information on the DIRECT
AXXESS® Warranty Registration (LIT-64) as shown in Figure 27. Make a copy of the diagram
for the owner.
• Measure Line A in Feet

• Measure Line B in Feet
• Record Picture and
Measurements on Warranty
Registration Card
Figure 26. Anode Triangulation
Figure 27. DIRECT AXXESS® Warranty Registration

c. CPS Connections
The final connections to the CPS are to be made when the compressor unit is available.
Figure 28. CPS Control Connections
It is recommended that the vapor line wire lead be connected near the compressor unit to the earth
loop vapor line of the line set connecting the compressor earth loop vapor line to the earth loop
manifolds, as shown in Figure 28. It is, however, satisfactory to connect the vapor line wire lead to
the earth loop liquid line coming out of the compressor unit.
Details for installing the vapor line wire clamp to the earth loop vapor line follow, with reference to
the illustration in Figure 28.
1. Insert bolt assembly into strap hole marked “INSERT SCREW HERE.”
2. Wrap strap around tube.

3. Slide clip nut to hole closest to the tube which still allows bolt to be secured.
4. Thread bolt into clip nut. Tighten securely.
5. Loosen set screw, insert vapor line wire lead and tighten.
d. CPS Operation & Service
The green indicator light on the front of the CPS control will illuminate to show the CPS system
is operating.
The CPS control is equipped with an audible signal to indicate that service is required due to an
interruption between the CPS control and the anode or vapor line connections.
In the event the audible signal is triggered, or the green panel light goes out, pull the power
cord from the wall socket. Then:
1. Check all connections and wire continuity between the CPS control and (1) the anode and
(2) the vapor line connection, and repair as appropriate.
2. Looking at the front of the CPS control in Figure 28, check the fuse on the far left for
continuity. This is the line voltage fuse. Replace as necessary with a 3AG Slow Blow panel
access fuse.
3. Looking at the front of the CPS control in Figure 28, check the fuse second from the far left
for continuity. This is the anode fuse. Replace as necessary with a 3AG Fast Blow panel
access fuse.
e. CPS Current Verification

The three models of the CPS produce different currents suitable to protect the Earth Loops for
which they are intended. They are listed in Figure 29.
CPS Model Current Rating

CPS-1830 80 mA ± 10%
CPS-3642 120 mA ± 10%
CPS-4872 240 mA ± 10%
Figure 29. CPS Current Ratings

These currents are constant regardless of the resistance in the soil. Measuring the current
emitted is simple. Refer to Figures 30 and 31.
Figure 30. Cathodic Circuit Wiring
Figure 31. Test for DC Current
1. Unplug the CPS box from the 115 VAC source.

2. Disconnect the wire leading to the copper tubing at the CPS control. (Fig. 31)
3. Install a DC ammeter in series in place of the wire. The ammeter selector dial should be
set for DC milliamps and with correct polarization.
4. Plug the CPS control into a 115 VAC power source. The green light should illuminate,
and the ammeter should indicate current is flowing.
The DC voltage (E) measured between the red and black terminals during operation will vary
from location to location because the soil resistance (R) will vary from location to location. The
DC milliamps (I) will be relatively constant. Ohm’s Law states: E = I x R. When the resistance
varies, the voltage will also vary.
7. Service
The Earth Loop System is to be analyzed for leaks as follows:

1. Disconnect all power to the EarthLinked® System, including power to the Cathodic Protection
System (CPS), as appropriate.
2. Turn off both service valves on the compressor unit. (If the system is equipped with service
valves).
3. Locate the Earth Loop Manifolds based on the triangulation readings taken at the time of
installation.
4. Carefully dig down to and remove the earth from around the manifolds revealing all the earth
loop joints at both manifolds and the line set connections to the manifolds.
5. With a sensitive, high quality refrigerant leak detector, determine if one of the joints at the
manifold connections leaks. If not, go to step 9. If so, recover the refrigerant through a service
valve Schrader port and re-braze the leaking joint with 15% silver brazing alloy after brazing
with nitrogen as described in section 4d of this manual.
6. Test the system at 150 psig using nitrogen to check the seal at the repaired joint and the other
manifold connection.
7. The earth loops must be evacuated and the system recharged with refrigerant. This is to be
done in accordance with the appropriate Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual.
8. Recharge the system in accordance with the procedure described in step 7 and proceed to
back fill.
9. However, if none of the manifold joints indicate a leak, then each of the earth loops must be
checked individually until the leaking earth loop is found.
10. To check each earth loop, do the following:
a. Cut the liquid and vapor earth loop refrigerant tubes (for ONE earth loop) 12” from each
manifold. Braze the cut end of the liquid (smaller) earth loop line to seal it and braze a
Schrader valve onto the cut end of the vapor (larger) earth loop line.
b. Pressurize the earth loop with nitrogen, through the Schrader valve, to 400 psig. Close the
nitrogen supply valve and observe if the pressure drops continually, indicating a leak in that
earth loop.
c. If the pressurized earth loop does not experience a continuous pressure drop, the earth loop
is leak-free and can be rebrazed to the manifold where the tubes were cut.
d. This procedure is repeated on each earth loop (vapor and liquid line) until the leak is found.
It is good practice to check each of the earth loops in the event there is more than one leak.
e. Repeat the process described in steps 5 through 8 above.

System Decommissioning: If it is decided to abandon all or a portion of the EarthLinked® system
or DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loops, the procedure is as follows:
1. Remove all refrigerant from the system components, consistent with the current local
regulations for environmental protection and known to authorized and trained HVAC Service
Technicians.
2. If the entire system is being abandoned, cut each of the earth loop line set tubes approximately
12” above the earth surface. If a portion of the earth loop system is being abandoned, uncover
the manifolds and cut the appropriate vapor and liquid earth loop lines for access to the specific
loop being abandoned.
3. Mix the grout that is (1) listed in section 4c of this manual and (2) consistent with local codes.
4. Pump the grout mixture into the abandoned portion of the earth loop system, always entering
the liquid (smallest) line and allowing the grout to fill the system and exit the vapor (largest) line.
5. Pinch off the abandoned, filled vapor and liquid tubes, braze and bury under the earth’s surface.
6. Consistent with appropriate local codes and regulations, report the abandonment action taken.
8. Warranty Claims Procedure

The claims procedure for DIRECT AXXESS® earth loop systems, including limited warranty
coverage and the warranty, is in the appropriate EarthLinked® Heating and Cooling System
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual and EarthLinked® Commercial Water Heating
System Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual.
9. Site Survey Forms

Forms
Direct Geoexchange System Site Survey Worksheet .............................................................. 49
EarthLinked® Commercial Water Heating ................................................................................. 53

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EarthLinked® Heating & Cooling System

Site Survey Worksheet
Job Name:
Location:
Note: Taking photos where the appears next to an item is good documentation. Take photos of
any other items you feel would be important to the installation of new equipment.
1. Determine the applicable regulations and codes governing the drilling of bore holes and
excavating for the site. Explain:
2. Show space available for earth loop system in the following space. Locate property lines,
existing structures, obstructions, utility and service lines, water lines, water well, septic
system, drainage zone of building downspout, collection basin for de-icing salts or barnyard
runoffs, trees and shrubs. Attach appropriate reports or surveys documenting the pathways for
electric, gas, water, cable or any other underground lines or fixtures that may be impacted by
the intended location of the earth loop system. Also, show any slopes on land (% grade and
direction).
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3. Soil/rock types and conditions (describe based on general knowledge or information from local
soil and water agency):
4. Results of soil tests and samples at various depths and locations to determine potential
chemical contaminants. Explain.
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5. Plan view of earth loop system and other direct geoexchange system components (provide
elevation view as necessary). Sketch below and define scale.
Site Surveyor Date

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6. What electric power is available for the direct geoexchange system? (check all that apply)
208/230-1-60 ; 208/230-3-60 ; 460-3-60 ; 575-3-60
Measured voltage at main breaker: Volts
Power Phase (check one): Single Phase Three Phase
Service Amperage available (check one):
50 ; 100 ; 50 ; 200 ; Other: (fill in blank)
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EarthLinked® Commercial Water Heating

Date:
Customer/Job:
Street
Address: City: State:
NOTE: Taking photos where the icon appears next to an item is good documentation. Take photos
of any other items you feel would be important to the installation of new equipment.
Bore Hole Drilling Regulations and Special Code Requirements:
RETROFIT
Water requirements: Complete with as much information as known.
1. Hot water requirement: U.S. Gallons per day @ temperature of °F.
2. Peak hot water demand: U.S. Gallons per hour.
3. Present hot water storage capacity, U.S. Gallons: . (Include storage capacity of water
heater(s) and additional hot water storage tank(s).)
4. Present water heater input: BTUH (natural gas, LP gas or oil), OR kW (electric).
CURRENTLY INSTALLED DOMESTIC HOT WATER SYSTEM (check one)
Single Tank Type Water Heater

Multiple Tank Type Water Heaters – including storage tanks
Hot Water Boiler with Storage Tank*
Brand Name: *Total BTU Input

Model Number: *Total BTU Output
Serial Number: *(For all equipment in room)
*If hot water boiler, please list tank capacity in gallons.

Important: Using the graph paper provided in this site survey, please make a rough sketch of the
mechanical room as it exists today. Example sketch attached (provided for illustrative purposes).
GENERAL
What is the general condition of the hot water heater? Good Poor Emergency (check
one)
Comments:
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FUEL (check one)
Natural Gas
Propane Gas
Electric
Oil
TEMPERATURE
What is the operating temperature of the system? °F
CHECK CLEARANCES (check one)

Are exterior clearances adequate? Yes No
Are interior clearances adequate? Yes No
Comments:
CHECK MAKE-UP AIR REQUIREMENTS

Is the quantity of make-up air adequate per the National Fuel Gas Code? Yes No
Comments:
Is the quality of make-up air adequate? Yes No
Comments:
GAS PRESSURE (fill in blank)

A. Supply gas pressure inches of w.c.
B. Manifold gas pressure (main burner) inches of w.c.
Comments:
VENTING (check one)

Properly sized per the National Fuel Gas Code? Yes No
Does the installation have mechanically assisted venting? Yes No
If so, is it operational? Yes No
Comments:
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS (check one)

Are flammable materials _________________ in the boiler room? Yes No
If yes, list:
Are flammable vapors located in the area of the water heater? Yes No
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WATER PIPING
Is the system properly sized? Yes No
Is the system properly installed? Yes No
Are there any water leak s? Yes No
Does the installation have a hot water recirculation system? Yes No
If so, how many? Number
If so, is it (are they) operational? Yes No
Pump Brand Model Number Flange Size Horsepower
MIXING VALVES
Are there mixing valves in the mechanical room? Yes No
If yes, now many?
What temperature are they set at?

Valve Temperature Brand Model Number
T&P VALVE
Is the T&P (temperature and pressure) relief valve dripping? Yes No
Comments:
Is the T&P Valve piped to a drain? Yes No
DRAIN
Is there a floor drain in the boiler room? Yes No
Comments:
EXPANSION TANK
Is there a thermal expansion tank in the system? Yes No
What is the brand?
What is the model number?
What is the pressure charge? psi
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SPACE HEATER
Is there an electric space heater in the mechanical room? Yes No
ELECTRIC POWER
Power available (check one):
208/230-1-60 ; 208/230-3-60 ; 460-3-60 ; 575-3-60
Measured voltage at main breaker: Volts
Power Phase (check one): Single Phase Three Phase
Service Amperage available (check one):
50 ; 100 ; 50 ; 200 ; Other (fill in blank)
NEW INSTALLATION (check as appropriate)
Dormitory
• Mens Number of men:
• Womens Number of women:
• Combined Number: Ratio M/W:
Nursing Home
• Number of beds:
Food Service
• Full Meal Restaurant
Max. meals per day: ; Avg. Meals per day
• Sandwich or Snack Shop, Luncheonette, Grille, Drive-In
Max. meals per day: ; Avg. Meals per day
• Fast Food
Apartment
• Number of units:
Motel/Hotel
• Number of units:
Office Building
• Number of people:
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School
• Elementary
Number of students
• Junior High School
Number of students
• Senior High School
Number of students
Laundry
• Number of washing machines:
• Domestic Machine(s) Commercial Machine(s) Commercial Machine(s) Size, Lbs.:
Other potable hot water requirements (describe quantitatively):
WATER SUPPLY
Source of potable water supply:
Municipal Well Other (explain)
Lowest (annual) potable water supply temperature:

40°F 45°F 50°F 55°F 60°F 65°F 70°F 75°F
Results of potable water analysis (either from municipal water supply or laboratory results of test
sample. Any contaminants above EPA acceptable level?
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Water hardness test results (check one)
Soft Moderate Hard Very Hard
(0 to 60 ppm) (61 to 120 ppm) (121 to 180 ppm) (over 180 ppm)
Desired hot water temperature leaving EarthLinked® CWH System (check one)
90°F 95°F 100°F 105°F 110°F 115°F 120°F
ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY
Power available: (check all that apply)
208/230-1-60 208/230-3-60 460-3-60 575-3-60
Service amperage available (check one)
10 15 20 30 40 60 100 200
Other (specify):
EARTH LOOP
Type of earth loop system preferred:
Vertical Diagonal Horizontal
Show space available for earth loop system in the following space. Locate and illustrate (or attach
illustrative documents) property lines, existing structures, obstructions, utility and service lines,
water lines, water well, septic system, drainage zone of building downspout, collection basin for de-
icing salts or barnyard runoffs, trees and shrubs. Also, show any slopes on land (% grade and
direction).
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Soil/rock types and conditions (describe based on general knowledge or information from local soil
and water agency):
Are there any concentrations of acids, chlorides, sulfides, sulfates or ammonia in the soil at this
site?
Yes No If yes, explain:
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Mechanical Room space available for EarthLinked® Commercial Water System, storage tank(s),
booster water heater, and/or redundant water heater. Sketch below and define scale:
Site Surveyor Date

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10. Copper Tubing in Soils
Copper tubing buried in the earth is used for the refrigerant-to-earth heat exchanger in the
EarthLinked® (direct geoexchange geothermal) heat pump system of ECR Technologies, Inc.
Copper was chosen for the buried earth loop heat exchanger for several reasons.
Copper tubing is strong, ductile, resistant to corrosion, has a very high thermal conductivity and is
available in many different diameters and in long coil lengths. Copper connections can be brazed,
the tubing may be bent, and copper tubing is economically available. In addition, copper has a long
history of use in air conditioning and refrigeration, and is the material of choice for potable water for
water lines buried underground and in buildings.
In 2001, ECR retained the services of Dr. T.D. Burleigh (a university professor with a Ph.D. in
Metallurgy from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, who is a NACE certified Corrosion
Specialist and a registered Professional Engineer) to analyze the system and recommend the best
methods to assure that the copper loops would never corrode. A comprehensive study was
conducted in cooperation with Robert W. Cochran, a Professional Engineer with ECR. Following is
a summary of the results of that proprietary study and the description of the protective system
developed by ECR.
Copper metal has a very long and indefinite lifetime in most soils. Copper buried in the earth is
naturally corrosion resistant because it generally requires an oxidizing environment to corrode,
and most soils are reducing, thus they contribute electrons to the copper and protect it against
corrosion. In those areas where corrosive conditions may exist, corrosion can be prevented with a
small amount of “impressed electrical current” applied to the copper loop via an insulated cable.
For long life and reliability, ECR chose the Impressed Current method of Cathodic Protection.
ECR developed an electronic control system, known as the Cathodic Protection System (CPS) to
deliver a steady flow of electric current to the earth loops, manifolds and line sets, without regard to
weather, changing soil conditions, and other subsurface conditions. The copper loop is connected
to the negative terminal of a rectifier, and a buried inert metal or graphite anode is connected to the
positive terminal. The earth completes the electric loop. The amount of current is pre-set at the
factory to match the amount of copper in the system to be protected.
Corrosion of metals is an electrochemical process of deterioration that results from a loss of
electrons as they react with water and oxygen. As the current flows from the CPS, the metal
surface to be protected is given in a uniform negative electrical potential that precludes corrosion.
The CPS was designed by ECR in consultation with Dr. Burleigh in 2001 to preclude corrosion of
earth loops in hostile environments.
Robert W. Cochran, P.E. • T.D. Burleigh, Ph.D., P.E. • August 25, 2007

11. Earth Loop Configurations
VERTICAL
V1 & T1 Earth Loop System: 1 – 100’ loops per ton ............................................... 63
V1.5 Earth Loop System: 1.5 – 100’ loops per ton ................................................. 64
V2 Earth Loop System: 2 – 75’ loops per ton ......................................................... 65
DIAGONAL
D1 & T1 Earth Loop System: 1 – 100’ loops per ton ................................................ 66
D1.5 Earth Loop System: 1.5 – 100’ loops per ton .................................................. 67
D2 Earth Loop System: 2 – 75’ loops per ton .......................................................... 68
D3 Earth Loop System: 3 – 50’ loops per ton .......................................................... 69
HORIZONTAL PIT
H5 Loop System: 5 – 100’ loops per ton .............................................................. 70
HORIZONTAL TRENCH
H1 Loop System: 1 – 250’ loops per ton .............................................................. 86

V1 & T1 Earth Loop System: 1 – 100’ loops per ton

V1.5 Earth Loop System: 1.5 – 100’ loops per ton

V2 Earth Loop System: 2 – 75’ loops per ton

D1 & T1 Earth Loop System: 1 – 100’ loops per ton

D1.5 Earth Loop System: 1.5 – 100’ loops per ton

D2 Earth Loop System: 2 – 75’ loops per ton

D3 Earth Loop System: 3 – 50’ loops per ton

H5 Loop System: 5 – 100’ loops per ton





















12. Tools and Equipment
The purpose of the following list is to define key pieces of equipment and tools necessary for the
installation of the DIRECT AXXESS® earth loop system and line set which are “compressor
ready” (seal tested with holding charge of 400 psig nitrogen).
Servicing the DIRECT AXXESS® earth loop system will require tools, equipment and materials
found in the appropriate EarthLinked® Installation Manual.
The earth loop installer/servicer is expected to have a compliment of standard tools and equipment
specifically for the purpose of drilling, grouting, excavating and backfilling that is beyond the scope
of this list.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1. Vacuum Pump (6 CFM minimum capacity)
2. Evacuation Manifold (for vacuum pump)
3. Digital Vacuum (micron) Gauge
4. Charging/Hi-Vacuum Hose
5. Nitrogen Tank with 0 – 600 psig Regulator and Hand Truck
6. Oxy-Acetylene Welding Torch Set
7. 15% Silver Brazing Alloy
8. Tubing Cutters
9. Tubing Benders
10. Cordless Drill (3/8”)
11. Deburring Tool
12. Drill Bit Set
13. Inspection Mirror
14. Ultrasonic or Bubble Leak Detector
15. Fluorescent Spray Paint or Flag Markers
16. Emery Cloth/Fine Grit Sandpaper
17. Carpenter’s Level
18. Assorted Tubing Brushes
19. 1/4” Flare Service Valve with Cap (Schrader)
20. 6 Foot Ladder
21. 4” PVC (Schedule 40) x 4 Ft. and PVC Elbow
22. Silicone Rubber Sealant (DAP Silicone Ultra or equivalent)
23. Insulating Foam Sealant (DOW “Great Stuff” or equivalent)
24. Hacksaw
25. Shovels
26. Small Hand Shovel
27. Wheel Barrow
28. Swaging Kit for Copper Tubing
29. Knee-high Rubber Boots
30. 50’ Water Hose and Nozzle
31. 5 Gallon Bucket
32. Plastic Tarp to Cover Manifold Pit
33. Other common hand tools will be required on a normally equipped service truck.

13. Earth Loop Warranty Information
Earth Loop Warranty Registration (LIT-64) ............................................................. 93

Warranty Summary for Heating/Cooling Systems................................................... 94
Warranty Summary for Commercial Water Heating Systems ................................. 96
Heating/Cooling Systems Limited Warranty (LIT-63) .............................................. 97
Commercial Water Heating System Limited Warranty (LIT-123) ............................ 99
Warranty Claim Procedure for Heating/Cooling Systems (LIT-67) ....................... 100
Warranty Claim Procedure for Commercial Water Heating Systems (125) .......... 104

LIT-64
DIRECT AXXESS EARTH LOOP
Limited Warranty Registration
Earth Loop Installer* Driller or Excavator Grout Installer Owner
Company Name:
Telephone:
Address:
City:
Earth Loop Warranty Registration (LIT-64)
State/ Zip:
*includes brazing underground connections EarthLoop Model No.:
CPS Model No.:

MANIFOLDS CPS ANODE
Soil pH:
Earth Loop System Seal Test: 400 psig Yes No (circle one)
Start-up Date:
SYSTEM COMPRESSOR UNIT
MODEL:
Draw location of MANIFOLDS from Draw the measured location of the
permanent structure (use triangulation Cathodic Protection System ANODE, if
SERIAL:
method per installation instructions). installed with Earth Loop System.
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INSTALLER: COMPLETE AND FAX THIS FORM TO 1-863-701-7796
01/30/08
OR E-MAIL TO info@earthlinked.com.
Warranty Summary for Heating/Cooling Systems
WARRANTY SUMMARY: HEATING/COOLING SYSTEMS
ETI Limited Warranty Coverage
ETI’s limited warranty provides coverage for all EarthLinked® System component parts. A
component part is any factory-installed part within a system.
Upon failure of a component part during the warranty period, ETI will provide a replacement
part to the servicing dealer. In addition to replacement parts, the servicing dealer will be paid a
repair or replacement labor allowance in accordance with the current In-Warranty Allowance for
EarthLinked® Components and DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loops, LIT-66. The labor
allowance is designed to reduce the cost of repairs. However, it may not cover the entire labor
fee charged by the servicing dealer.
ETI shall not be liable for any defect, unsatisfactory performance, damage or loss, whether
direct or consequential, relative to design, manufacture, construction, application or installation
of field-specified items.
WARRANTY: WHAT IS COVERED

Covered Items Parts) Replacement Labor Allowance
1a. Compressor Unit
(a.) Compressor
(b.) Liquid Flow Control th th
(c.) Active Charge Control 0-5 year 0-5 year
(d.) Oil Return
(e.) 3 and 4 way Reversing Valve
(f.) Heat Exchanger
1b. System Components
(a.) Air Handler Coil
(b.) Hydronic Water Module Heat Exchanger th th
(c.) Domestic Water Module Heat Exchanger 0-5 year 0-5 year
(d.) Desuperheater Heat Exchanger
(e.) Cathodic Protection System
(f.) Auxiliary Cooling Module Heat Exchanger
2. All other compressor unit and system component nd nd
0-2 year 0-2 year
parts, and thermostat
®
3. DIRECT AXXESS Earth Loop System (loops and th th
0-20 year 0-5 year
manifolds)
WARRANTY: WHAT IS NOT COVERED

1. All field specified and installed storage tanks, water heaters and water temperature
controls not supplied by ETI.
2. Conditions or damages resulting from any of the following:
a. Improper transportation or delivery, installation, service, or maintenance
b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by ETI
c. Misuse, abuse, accidents or unreasonable use
d. Improper setting or use of any control
e. Improper electrical supply or refrigerant charge
f. Improper backfill, grouting or compaction of earth loops
g. Use of system components in a corrosive atmosphere

h. Use of earth loops in a corrosive soil without ETI’s Cathodic Protection System
i. Subjecting installed earth loops to electrical currents.
j. Field supplied and installed system components not supplied by ETI.
k. Installation done by anyone other than an ETI trained and authorized installer
l. Use of any field supplied component that is not listed with applicable industry
safety and performance standards agencies.
3. The cost of service call to:
a. Diagnose a problem
b. Correct installation errors
c. Instruct the user on the proper operation of the product after the initial training
4. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result of any breach
of the attached warranties. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of
consequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to those
states.3)

Warranty Summary for Commercial Water Heating Systems
WARRANTY SUMMARY: COMMERCIAL WATER HEATING SYSTEMS

ETI Limited Warranty Coverage
ETI’s limited warranty provides coverage for all EarthLinked® System component parts. A
component part is any factory-installed part within a system.
Upon failure of a component part during the warranty period, ETI will provide a replacement
part to the servicing dealer. In addition to replacement parts, the servicing dealer will be paid a
repair or replacement labor allowance in accordance with the current In-Warranty Allowance for
EarthLinked® Components and DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loops, LIT-66. The labor
allowance is designed to reduce the cost of repairs. However, it may not cover the entire labor
fee charged by the servicing dealer.
ETI shall not be liable for any defect, unsatisfactory performance, damage or loss, whether
direct or consequential, relative to design, manufacture, construction, application or installation
of field-specified items.
WARRANTY: WHAT IS COVERED

Parts Labor
Covered Items
Replacement Allowance
1a. Compressor Unit Parts:
(a) Compressor
(b) Liquid Flow Control
0 – 5th year 0 – 5th year
(c) Active Charge Control.
(d) Oil Return
(e) Heat Exchanger
1b. All other Compressor Unit Parts 0 – 2nd year 0 – 2nd year
2. Cathodic Protection System 0 – 5th year 0 – 5th year
3. DIRECT AXXESS® Earth Loop system
0 – 20th year 0 – 5th year
(loops and manifolds).
WARRANTY: WHAT IS NOT COVERED
1. All field specified and installed storage tanks, water heaters, water piping and water
temperature controls not supplied by ETI.
2. Conditions or damages resulting from any of the following:
a. Improper transportation or delivery, installation, service, or maintenance
b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by ETI
c. Misuse, abuse, accidents and unreasonable use
d. Improper setting or use of any control
e. Improper electrical supply or refrigerant charge
f. Improper backfill, grouting or compaction of earth loops
g. Use of system components in a corrosive atmosphere
h. Use of earth loops in a corrosive soil without ETI’s Cathodic Protection System
i. Subjecting installed earth loops to electrical currents
j. Field supplied and installed system components not supplied by ETI
k. Installation done by anyone other than an ETI trained and authorized installer.
l. Use of any field supplied component that is not listed with applicable industry
safety and performance standards agencies.

3. The cost of a service call to:
a. Diagnose a problem
b. Correct installation errors
c. Instruct the user on the proper operation of the product after the initial training
4. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result of any
breach of the attached warranties. Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation
of consequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply in
these states.
Heating/Cooling Systems Limited Warranty (LIT-63)

Commercial Water Heating System Limited Warranty (LIT-123)

Warranty Claim Procedure for Heating/Cooling Systems (LIT-67)
Warranty Claim Procedure: Heating/Cooling Systems
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Warranty Claim Procedure for Commercial Water Heating Systems (125)
Warranty Claim Procedure: Commercial Water Heating System
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14. Service Parts
Service parts for single earth loops and manifolds are shown on the following pages. See price
pages for pricing.
Page
R-407C
Diagonal ............................................................................................................................ 108
Vertical .............................................................................................................................. 110
Horizontal Pit ..................................................................................................................... 112
Horizontal Trench .............................................................................................................. 113
R-410A
Diagonal ............................................................................................................................ 114
Vertical .............................................................................................................................. 118
Horizontal Pit ..................................................................................................................... 121
Horizontal Trench .............................................................................................................. 122
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R-22 & R-407C
Diagonal
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Vertical
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Horizontal Pit
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Horizontal Trench
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Diagonal
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R-410A
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Vertical
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Horizontal Pit
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Horizontal Trench
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Index
Anode ................................................................................................ 8, 9, 41, 42, 43, 45, 61
Backfill ......................................................................................27, 35, 36, 39, 40, 91, 94, 96
Bore holes ....................................................................................................... 25, 26, 29, 49
Cathodic .....................................................................................6, 11, 41, 47, 61, 94, 95, 96
Cathodic Protection System ........................................................................................ 61, 96
Compressor ..................................................................................................... 12, 35, 94, 96
Connections ........................................................... 20, 26, 29, 30, 35, 38, 39, 44, 45, 47, 61
Corrosion ................................................................................................................. 8, 42, 61
Decommissioning .............................................................................................................. 48
Diagonal ................................................... 8, 11, 12, 16, 17, 25, 26, 29, 41, 58, 62, 108, 114
Leak .......................................................................................................... 32, 35, 47, 55, 91
Line .......... 6, 7, 12, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 39, 40, 44, 45, 47, 48, 49, 58, 61, 91
Liquid ........................................ 14, 15, 16, 17, 23, 26, 29, 30, 31, 34, 37, 38, 44, 47, 48, 96
Maintenance .................................................................................................... 47, 48, 94, 96
Manifold . 7, 12, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 40, 44, 47, 48, 54, 61,
91, 94, 96, 107
Operation.................................................................. 6, 26, 35, 40, 45, 47, 54, 55, 56, 95, 97
Parts .................................................................................................................... 94, 96, 107
Pit ..................................................... 11, 12, 18, 24, 26, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 62, 107, 121
Pump ......................................................................................................... 12, 48, 55, 61, 91
Registration ................................................................................................................. 25, 43
Schrader ...................................................................................................................... 47, 91
Service ........... 23, 26, 34, 35, 36, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 52, 56, 58, 61, 91, 94, 95, 96, 97, 107
Site ........................................................................................................................ 23, 25, 36
Soil ........................................................................................................ 7, 50, 59, 61, 95, 96
System .... 6, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40, 41, 42,
45, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 58, 60, 61, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72,
73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 94, 95, 96, 104
Trench .......................................................... 11, 12, 19, 32, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 62, 113, 122
Triangulation.......................................................................................................... 25, 43, 47
Vapor ........................................ 14, 15, 16, 17, 23, 29, 30, 31, 34, 35, 38, 44, 45, 47, 48, 54
Vertical ...............................................................................11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 25, 26, 42
Water .................................... 6, 32, 35, 38, 39, 40, 49, 50, 53, 54, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 91, 94
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Earthlinked Technologies, Inc.

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Manifolds for the earth loops must be located so that:

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a. Cathodic Protection System – Anode Location

Figure 2. Typical Anode Locations

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Figure 3. CPS Model Matched to Compressor Unit Size

c. Earth Loop Selection

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Details of plan layouts are illustrated in Section 11.

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Note: Check appropriate performance table for application of Earth Loops.

Figure 4a. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-407C

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Note: Check appropriate performance table for application of Earth Loops.

Figure 4b. Vertical Earth Loop System for R-410A

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Figure 5a. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-407C

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Figure 5b. Diagonal Earth Loop System for R-410A

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Note: Check appropriate performance table in for application of Earth Loops.

Figure 6a. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-407C

Note: Check appropriate performance table in for application of Earth Loops.

Figure 6b. Horizontal Pit Earth Loop System for R-410A

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NOTE: Check appropriate performance table for application of earth loops.

Figure 7a. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-407C

NOTE: Check appropriate performance table for application of earth loops.

Figure 7b. Horizontal Trench Earth Loop System for R-410A

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3. Earth Loop Site Location Guidelines

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Figure 10. Manifold Pit Detail

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Figure 11. Manifold Triangulation

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Diagonal Earth Loop System

Figure 12. Vertical and Diagonal Earth Loops

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Figure 13a. SuperGrout

Figure 13b. Thermal Grout Select

Figure 13d. High TC Geothermal Grout

Figure 13e BNL-111 Grout

Figure 13f. Grout Volume Requirements

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e. Line Set and Building Entry

COMPRESSOR LINE SET O.D., INCHES

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COMPRESSOR LINE SET O.D., INCHES

Figure 15a. Line Set Installation – Single Trench

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