5&6 / 7 CPF 5&6 / 7 Installation and User Manual
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1. The long section shares the bolt that is closest to the front of the frame in the tank support bracket STEP G screws M1 Instruction Assemble NO 6 with NO 2 using M1 Once the frame is complete carry onto the roof and mount down using the holes provided or if battens supports to not line up extra holes can be drilled in the frame to secure properly High frame 45 deg NO NO2 Stand Piece NO 1x2 M1 8 12 X 20 Rubber Cup NO 7x2 M62825 X 9 NO 3x4 NO 6 2 IT 14 NO 3x20 NO 5x2 NO 9x1 17 Step by step instructions 1 Material need Stand piece No 7 reflectors Screw reflectors into stand piece No 7 using in ll l gt Material need Assemble stand pieces No 6 using M2 MI M2 Stand piece No 1 No 6 Then assemble X pieces with No 1 stand pieces using MI 15 ee Es Ke Pas Pa c Ka Ez k a E Pa StensC MI Stand piece No 1 No 6 Assemble No 10 with No 1 and No 7 using MI mS No 9 No 10 Then assemble No 9 with No 7 stand pieces using MI r 1 E LI 0 lt bs EE Ll na s _ l ll Yo m ri o Materialneed Stand piece No 1 No 3 Steps D MI M3 No 5 No 6 No 9 No 10 Then No 3 with No 7 and deg using M3 k oo A d L T LI 3 Ji Am Screws Material need Instructions No 5 No 6 No 92. No 10 Stand piece No PNo 2N03 A ssemble No 2 with No 10 using 10 Screws Material need Instructions 1 Place the rubber cups on holes on the bottom support 2 Press vacum tubes into manifold hole NO 4 Rubber Cups Suggestion Spread some lubrications on the top of the vacum tube when press Such as dishwasher Plumbing connections Cold water connection is on right looking at the tank and hot outlet is on the left on the top of the tank Teflon all fittings See diagram below Take all plastic caps off tank fittings Install solenoid Connect small black hose to left side of solenoid and run to male threaded fitting Install Duo valve Install SOOKPA pressure limiting valve Install SOOKPA expansion control valve on cold feed pipe Connect to cold water inlet on right side of solenoid Connect hot water on left side of tank at the top Install Solar Tempering valve Cap thermosyphon connections Install sacrificial anode Screw PV panel to Stainless steel frame provided Mount frame so the solenoid is covered and facing the same way as the tank Install Stainless steel float Connect float to solenoid Connect PV panel to solenoid see diagram below 17 IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Water supply must be fitted with a 500 kPa Pressure Control Valve Vent Fitting must NOT BE blocked at any time A 600 kPa cold water expansion Valve must be fitted on the cold water sup
3. by a qualified plumber to ensure all local laws and standards are met Warranty may be void if the system is installed incorrectly 1 5 The system should be mounted in a position that maximizes the amount of sunlight exposure Generally in Australia this is north but depending on the installation site either east or west may be chosen They are a number of factors to be taking into consideration including shading micro climates and roof availability Please contact us to discuss design details 1 6 Red circle solar recommends insulating all external pipework to protect against frost and heat loss Please use a Solar hot water specific lagging 1 7 Any modifications to the components will void the warranty 2 Transporting the Solar hot water system 2 1 Open taking delivery or picking up the system from the warehouse or distributor please ensure there is no damage to the goods as any damage 2 2 Handle all cartons with care 2 3 When handling the evacuated tube boxes do not stack boxes more than 3 high during transport 2 4 It is advisable to but padding under the boxes during transport 2 5 Keep all cartons dry 2 6 The Red circle solar system is not covered under warranty against failure as a result of damage incurred during transport or installation Pre Installation 3 1 Local council approval You may need council approval to install the Red circle solar hot water system Check with your local council befor starting the installatio
4. Installation RCS250L30T and RCS200L30T Installation and User Manual Red Circle Solar ABN 24 160 417 943 Website www redcirclesolar com au Email info redcirclesolar com au Post 5 Spring st Belmont 3216 or PO box 159 Yarra Glen 3775 Sales Inquires Technical Inquires David Ashby Luke McMillan Ph 0410 253 738 ph 0425 865 205 dave redcirclesolar com au luke redcirclesolar com au Warning Please read and understand the information in this manual before installing or operating the RCS250L30T or RCS200L30T solar hot water unit Max Energy Output 2 4 kW Max Working Pressure 600 kPa Watermark AS74500 NA Caution DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENT WaterMark Install with 500kPa Pressure Reducing Valve on the input system Install with 600kPa Expansion control Valve on Tank cold water supply pipe in a FROST FREE position Drain pipe facing continuously downwards Valve to AS1357 1 Install water heater to requirements of AS NZS3500 4 ABS Plastic Heater termination cover IPX4 CAUTION Shut off water supply to prevent scalding and burning The appliance is not to the used by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance Paee 1 NOTICE 2 TRANSPORTING THE SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEM 3 GENERAL 3 1 The RCS Solar Hot Wat
5. ar NO 12 Bottom support e Be Low frame 15 Deg Parts included Stand pieces NO 4 ND 3 NO 5 NO 6 NO 7 NO 8 Installation procedures STEP A Screws M1 M2 Stand pieces NO 1 NHO 7 NO 12 Instruction Assemble stand piece NO 1 with NO 7 using M2 then assemble stand piece NO 12 with NO 1 using Mi Notes Remove the blue protective coating from the reflectors Lay the reflectors face down Attach to the main frame second longest sections using the thin medium length bolts Attach the bottom support for the tubes Only hand tighten the nuts STEP B Screws Mi Stand pieces NO 8 Instruction Assemble stand piece NO 1 with NO 8 using M1 Notes Ensure the side brackets that support the tank have the solid flat surface facing out STEP D Screws Mi M2 Stand pieces NO 4 Instruction Assemble stand pieces NO 4 using M2 then assemble stand piece NO 4 with NO 3 using Mi zA j M2 d Pal j NO q E Notes join x bracing to frame Flat sections from both sides join on the middle leg 10 STEP E Screws M3 Stand pieces NO 2 Instruction Assemble stand piece NO 2 with NO 1 and NO 3 using M3 Notes Join longest section to the frame This will sit flat on the roof with the channel facing up 11 STEP F Screws M1 Instruction Assemble NO 5 with NO 1 and NO 2 using M1 Notes Connect small supports
6. er System 3 2 Evacuated tube technology 3 3 Hot Water Safety 3 4 Gas Boosting 3 5 Electric Boosting 3 6 Maintenance 3 7 Local Council Approval 4 IMPORTANT 4 1 Standards 4 2 Authorised Person s 4 3 Safety 4 4 Roof amp Structural Integrity 4 5 Water Quality 4 6 Installation Preparation 5 INSTALLATION 5 1 Pitch Angle and Orientation of Solar Collectors 5 2 Orientation 5 3 Installing the Evacuated Tubes 5 4 Electric Booster Element 5 5 Low Frame Install 5 6 High Frame Install 5 7 Schematic for Water Connections and Solar Powered Water Saver 6 WARRANTY CONDITIONS 6 1 Warranty Inclusions 6 2 Warranty Exclusions O oOo U N RI N a co wh N od G L Notice 1 1 The information in the manual is subject to change without notice Additional pages may be inserted in future editions 1 2 The serial number can be found on the back of the tank If there is no serial number or if it is damaged the product may not be covered under warranty 1 3 Please ensure that cold water is not pumped or supplied into an empty tank when the collector evacuated tubes has been exposed to sunlight for more than 15 minutes The tubes will become extremely hot and can crack when filled with cold water Befor filling for the first time or after maintenance cover the tubes collector to ensure they do not get hot befor filling 1 4 Installation needs to be done
7. ith water See commissioning the system below Commissioning the system 18 Fill the tank using a garden hose through the center vent hole Once tank is full check there are no leaks where the tubes enter the tank If there is a leak remove the tube and re seat the silicon seal in the tank Re insert the tube and fill again Turn on the water at the duo valve Bleed the air from the system by tuning on a hot tap in the house check all fittings for leaks Test the filling solenoid by moving the float up and down The solenoid should open and close letting water in through the small black hose there must be sunlight to test as the solenoid is operated by the 12 volt PV panel Re insert the float and connect to the solenoid once test is complete 19 2 AKW 240V SOHZ ELEMENT THERMAL CUTOFF THERMOSTAT PRESET 65 C CONNECT WITH 90 C CABLE MAX RATING 2 4KW 240V 50HZ Active 13 20 EARTH STUD CABLE TIE Must be fitted THERMOSTAT ACTIVE THERMAL CUTOUT EARTH NEUTRAL OUTER CASE INPUT CABLE 2 5mmsq 3 CORE V90 FLEX ELEMENT ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM 21 When fitting lidyn a small bead of silicon around the edge To remove cover place tip of a flat screw driver or similar tool between rubber seal and plastic cover and gently pry open Reseal with silicon when replacing lid 22 ul Apddns pio i aqny Beu Suonoauuo Jo ea 1340 apouy u
8. n 3 2 Authorised persons The red circle solar hot water system along with every hot water system sold in Australia must be installed by suitably qualified tradespeople 3 3 Saftey At all times the qualified tradesperson installing the red circle solar system must adhere to occupational health and safety guidelines as outline by workcare workcover in your state and other relevant industry associations The qualified tradesperson installing the red circle solar system is responsible at all times for their own safety Under no circumstances should any person attempt to install the red circle solar system without first reading and understanding the operational and installation manual 3 4 Structural integrity of the roof or structure High winds will cause vertical and horizontal loads on the frame When installing in a high wind area ensure the frame structure is able to withstand such forces Ensure the frame is fastened to the roof in accordance with local council building requirements 3 5 Water quality The working design of the Red circle solar system helps protect the inner surface of the stainless steel storage tank because there is not continuous supply of water borne dissolved solids being brought into the cylinder every time a hot tap is turned on The stainless steel cylinder could be susceptible to damage from poor water quality It is important to check the water quality in your area If in doubt contact you water supplier
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10. or have a water test done Ifthe water quality exceeds the following table a quality water filter could be installed or the Red circle solar unit should not be installed Total dissolved solids 600mg Itr or PPM Total Hardness 200mg ltr or PPM Chloride 250mg ltr or PPM If your water quality exceeds these figures the warranty on the tank will be void 5 Installation 5 1 Pitch Angle and Orientation of Solar Collectors The pitch angle of the evacuated tubes in relation to latitude governs the efficiency of the solar system In the southern hemisphere the further south from the equator the installation is the lower the sun will be on the horizon during winter months This can increase the need for electric gas or slow combustion fire boosting Southern Hemisphere However by increasing the pitch of the evacuated tubes means that more solar energy can be harnessed in winter when more hot water is needed 4 Installation Step by step quide 1 Construct frame see 4 1 2 Fasten frame see 4 2 3 Mount tank see 4 3 4 Plumbing connections see 4 4 5 nsert tubes see 4 5 6 Commission system see 4 6 Construct frame Please note there are 3 legs in both the low frame and the high frame Low frame NO 1 Front leg NO 7 Reflector NO 2 Bottom bracket NO 8 Tank bracket NO 3 Back leg NO 9 Tank NO 4 Diagonal bar of upright support NO 10 Vacuum tube NO 5 Diagonal bar NO 11 Rubber cup NO 6 Bottom reflector b
11. ply to the tank with discharge pipe directed downwards Installing the Evacuated tubes When Handling the Tubes it is recommended to wear protective gloves Take particular care to avoid damaging the nipple on the end of the tubes If the glass nipple is broken or cracked the evacuated tube will not leak but the vacuum will be lost and the tube will need to be replaced The tubes should have a silver colour at the end If this silver colour turns black the glass is damaged and the tube must be replaced Inserting the tubes into the silicone seal on the storage tank Visually inspect all silicone seals and make sure they are seated properly and there is no tank insulation stuck to the seal Install white cups in the bottom bracket 12 Bottom support Place a black rubber weather seal over the open end of the tube and slide down 150mm Spray WD40 lubricant or similar onto the silicone seal Dip the open end of the tube in either soapy water or spray with a lubricant Insert the open end of the tube into the tank with a twisting motion Do not use excessive force to insert the tube The tube only needs to be inserted into the tank far enough so that the end of the tube can pass the bottom support cradle Slide tube back into the white cup in the base of the frame Ensure the tube is perpendicular to the storage tank Slide black weather seal up to the face of the tank Once all the tubes are installed the tank can be filled w
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