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1. 60001 2 2 System connector hose 7 long 60002 2 2 System connector hose 7 long 60546 1 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 60546 2 4 Hose clamp stainless steel X cO cR um ae dnas em cm um 5 The Row Spacer Kit Part 12017 1 for 1 1 2 kit 12017 2 for 2 kit is used when a row of collectors must be interrupted by a space to allow for obstructions such as a chimney or roof vent It contains the hardware needed to space around any width obstructions by connecting appropriate lengths of PVC pipe to the pipe adapters at the inlet and outlet headers of the two col lectors on either side of the obstructions Use when required PartNo Qty 11 2 Qty 2 Description 10008 1 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 10008 2 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 10011 4 4 Hold down strap clamp assembly 30089 1 4 Pipe adapter 30089 2 4 Pipe adapter 50006 2 2 Hold down strap bracket 60001 1 2 Collector connector hose 3 3 4 long 60002 1 2 Collector connector hose 3 3 4 long 60546 1 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 60546 2 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 6 Double Hole Outlet Header Bracket Part 50069 may be used on steep roof applications or in high wind areas where extra hold down strength is required 7 Aluminum Mounting Bracket amp Header Clamp Assembly The Aluminum Header Bracket Part 30171 1 for 1 1 2 30177 1 for 2 is used as optional
2. automatic pool cleaner This should be plumbed before the control valve to assure positive flow to the cleaner at all times If the pool uses an automatic chlorinator this should be plumbed after the outlet tee on the return to the pool Flow Rates In order to receive optimum results from Aquatherm Industries collectors the following recommended flow rates and number of collectors per row should be followed When the system is running all the collectors should feel COLLECTOR SIZE Table B 4x12 4x10 4x8 Recommended flow rate per collector gom 5 0 18 9 4 0 15 1 3 25 12 5 3 0 11 4 2 5 9 5 2 0 7 6 Minimum flow rate per collector gom Maximum collectors per row 10 12 14 uniformly cool to the touch and there should be no resid ual air left in the pool return lines If either of these two conditions persist chances are that the flow rates thru the collectors are inadequate or the system is not prop erly balanced A flow meter can be installed in the col lector feed line to check on the flow rate If the flow rates are within the limits as shown in Table B then the system may not be properly balanced especially with systems requiring multiple banks of collectors Refer to the fol lowing section on Special System Layouts If the flow rate is below the minimum as shown in the table above then the pool pump horse power or pipe size should be increased or a booster pump installed in some cases If the long hoses on t
3. diagram shown above 2 The System Kit Part 12135 1 for 1 1 2 kit 12135 2 for 2 kit contains additional hold down hardware connec tion parts and adapters needed to complete water connec tions from the collectors to the system feed and return line The pipe adapters that connect the system piping to the col lectors are high temperature CPVC The system check valve is 1 1 2 2 PVC Installation and homeowner manu als are also included Use one 1 kit per system PartNo Qty 11 2 Qty 2 Description 10003 1 1 Vacuum Relief Valve 10003 2 1 Vacuum Relief Valve 1 The Collector Installation Kit Part 12034 1 for 1 1 2 kit 10008 1 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 12034 2 for 2 kit contains the parts needed to fasten a single 10008 2 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly solar collector to a supporting surface and to make water connec 10011 4 4 Hold down strap clamp assembly tions from one collector to another Hold down strap is not includ 30061 1 1 Endcap ed and must be ordered separately Use one 1 kit per collector 30061 2 1 Endcap 30089 1 2 Pipe adapter PartNo Qty11 2 Qty 2 Description 30089 2 2 Pipe adapter 10008 1 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 50006 2 2 Hold down strap bracket 10008 2 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 60001 2 2 System connector hose 7 long 50006 2 2 Hold down strap bracket 60002 2 2 System co
4. iy y 4 p i Thy HEY fn Nie ffr Wy YG lle UY HY p iid mA CENTERLINE OF CLAMP es dd AND HOSE P LLL iva Z A ny wap Ar BRACKET HWY hy VT hee My A T PIPE Wf YY SEE TABLE B 4 ADAPTOR YY 7 Wy A ntl Wy YY ar iy My Mlle ips mg LUM ALTERNATE VACUUM RELIEF VALVE LOCATION INLET OUTLET VACUUM e VALVE ADAPTOR Collector Collector A F HOSE A Distance B Distance a inches cm inches cm Figure 1 J U un cn 60 152 t ASSEMBLY ON NLET OUTLET FROM POOL pm 1 6 40 dn elc a du ie ee 24 60 ROOF DIAGRAM Ki 4 1 Determine the position of the last outlet header hold down bracket for the row of collectors Mark this point on the roof The collector outlet headers will be located approxi mately 1 25mm below this mark Refer to Figure 3 Figure 3 s 2 Using this point snap a chalk line to the opposite end of the row This line would slope down the roof toward the inlet approximately 1 25mm for each six 6 collectors in the row Drill a hole for the first outlet header bracket on the first roof mark Measure 51 1 3m further along the chalk line mark and drill a second hole Use a 3 10 5mm drill for 5 16 8mm diameter screws Then con tinue drilling pilot holes all along the chalkline for the total number of collectors which you are using for the job 3 Inject a generous amount of high quality sealant into each hole an
5. to continuously circulate the water When solar heaters are used on a pool under these conditions anti freeze precautions should be taken Aquatherm Industries solar collectors are not normally affected by light freezing However in order to protect appurtenant components such as end caps and pipe fittings and the collectors against unusual or severe freezing conditions one of the following two procedures should be followed when freez ing weather is imminent 1 Turn circulating system off and allow solar collectors and piping to drain Isolate collectors with gate or ball valve in collector feed line and a check valve in the col lector return line Switch the solar control collector to the bypass position The pool filtering system may then be turned back on When freezing conditions have passed open isolation valves and switch the solar control collec tor to AUTO 2 Switch the solar control collector to the COLL posi tion so that water circulates through the collector When freezing conditions have passed switch the solar control collector to AUTO THIS METHOD IS NOT RECOM MENDED WHERE TEMPERATURE LEVELS MAY DROP SEVERELY 11 Annual Service Collector Clamps In particularly hot climates such as Arizona and Southern Florida the clamps which are used to connect the solar collectors may become loose If you notice leaks around the hose couplings use a nutdriver to tight en clamps Do not tighten to the exten
6. E BH we i INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED e SAVE INSTALLATION TIME AND AVOID CALL BACKS e READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE MOUNTING COLLECTORS SWIMMING POOL SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR AQUATHERM INDUSTRIES SOLAR COLLECTORS FOR MODEL NUMBERS 10001 5 10204 12 10001 2 10204 10 10001 1 10204 8 16104 12 16204 12 16104 10 16204 10 16104 8 16204 8 MANUAL CONTENTS This manual provides a detailed step by step pro cedure for the installation of an Aquatherm Industries solar pool heating system If the direc tions are followed correctly and only recommended Aquatherm Industries hardware and components are used the installed system should provide years of trouble free service savings and enjoyment CAUTION SOLAR COLLECTORS ARE OFTEN INSTALLED ON THE ROOFS OF BUILDINGS UNLESS YOU ARE VERY FAMILIAR WITH WORKING ON ROOFS AND HAVE THE PROPER LADDERS AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT FOR SUCH WORK YOU SHOULD HIRE SOMEONE WITH THE NECESSARY EXPERIENCE TO DO THE INSTALLATION FAILURE TO OBSERVE SAFE PRACTICES ON A ROOF OR OTHER ELEVATED STRUCTURE MAY RESULT IN FALLING LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU MOUNTING COMPONENTS DIAGRAM MOUNTING COMPONENTS This section provides descriptions and part numbers of the Aquatherm Industries Installation Kits required for each solar pool heating system The mounting location of each kit component is shown by the corresponding circled num ber in the Mounting Components
7. HERMOMETER us eee J optional i d un AA 77 dn H Ea we COLD HEATED WATER TO WATER TO COLLECTORS POOL POOL INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED 1940 Rutgers University Blvd Lakewood New Jersey 08701 1 800 227 7657 Part No 19001 Rev 10 99 12 1999 Aquatherm Industries Solar Pool Heating Systems
8. ST BE LOCATED OVER THE GROOVES IN THE HEADER 6 Position the collector on the roof so that the center of the outlet connection hoses are directly beneath the secured outlet header brackets and slip the bracket hold down clamps over the connection hoses Lightly tighten the clamp around the header hose Refer to Figure 5 Continue to install all the collectors in the array coupling them side to side 7 Proceed to the lower chalk line previously snapped on the roof for the hold down strap brackets Mark a hole 2 5cm to the side of the first collector and continue mark ing holes on the chalkline centered exactly between the absorber surfaces until you reach the last collector Mark the last hole the same 2 5cm to the side of the last col lector Drill a pilot hole and apply sealant at each of these locations Bolt the hold down strap brackets on the roof Refer to Figure 6 It is OK to step on the col lectors as long as you stay one foot away from the top and bottom headers Mark the holes for the bottom hold down strap by measuring up 16 40cm from the outside of the bottom header and again centering them between the absorbers and 2 bcm away from the first and last collector Figure 6 Slip one end of a hold down strap through the slot in the hold down strap bracket at the end of the row then through the strap clamp and out through the other slot in the hold down bracket Pull about 3 7 8cm of the strap through and
9. ack to the pool through the return lines If a fuel fired heater is installed it is located between the fil ter and the return line to the pool The pipes to and from the solar collectors are connected to the return line to the pool before the water enters the fuel fired heater if one is used SOLAR VACUUM gt gt SS di SENSOR RELIEF VALVE A PY RELIEF VALVE A COLLECTORS optional location Wi END CAP b IN INLET LINE TO COLLECTORS f ee FLOW OUTLET LINE i METER THERMOMETERS CONTROL i optional PLUMBING See ES K SYSTEM rt SCH EMATIC VALVE CONTROL LINE 1 vU H 120 240 LM CHECK BALL VALVE m optional L E HEATER BY PASS E a D EID pnue y BALL VALVE optional FILTER E OUTLET TEE Tr B sf p V 1 A b WATER CHECK 3 WAY HEATER ans L2 amas n SENSOR VALVE VALVE optional bon A So ae THERMOMETER Y optional P9 COLD HEATED WATER TO WATER TO COLLECTORS L POOL Whenever there is more than 40 gpm 151 6 required flow rate to the collectors or more than 100 12m of pip ing used in a system install 2 63mm piping to and from the collectors Piping to and from the collectors should be the same type of plastic piping and fittings approved for use with swimming pool filters and pumps It is recommended to always use Schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings Although PVC pipe is generally white black is also available but may be difficult to fin
10. ameter After snapping the top chalk lines but before mark ing and pre drilling for your outlet header brackets locate the seam in the collector nearest to where the vent pipe is to come through Separate by pulling up on top plate and pushing down on the lower plate Should the vent pipe pro trude near a sonic tack weld it will have to be cut apart Using a sharp utility knife cut through the weld while pulling the two plates apart Lay the collector over the vent pipe keeping the vent pipe at least 12 30 5cm away from a header It will be easier to complete an installation by mounting this collector first and then working away from it With a roof vent pipe of 3 8cm in diameter the collec tors can be positioned on either side of the vent Two sys tem connector hoses Part 60001 2 can be employed to couple the collectors together for vent pipes or other obstacles up to 7 17cm in diameter Mark your 51 1 3m centers wherever the outlet header brackets fall on the upper chalk line With obstructions of over 7 17cm such as attic fans and skylights lay out the col lectors on either side of the obstruction using a Row Spacer Kit Part 12017 1 for 1 1 2 12017 2 for 2 System Piping Refer to Figures 10 amp 11 throughout this section The most common piping configurations use a pressure filter The pump draws the water from the skimmer and or a main drain forcing it through the filter and sending it b
11. bend it back toward the clamp Refer to Figure 7 Figure 7 OLD DOWN STRAP BRACKET HOLD CLAMP DOWN SCREW A STRAP Slip the loose end of the strap through the strap clamp and pull it tight Clamp screw A should be tightened securely but not over tightened to the point where the clamp is distorted Refer to Figure 8 Bring the remain ing strap end across the collector face passing through STRAP Figure 8 CLAMP CLAMP SCREW A both slots in the bracket located on the other side of the collectors Pull the straps taut against the face of the col lector Repeat this procedure for the remaining hold down strap Refer to Figure 9 Figure 9 8 Install the vacuum relief valve in the outlet header of each row This will be located at the opposite end of the row that is connected to the collector outlet pipe Refer to figure 2 11 and 12 9 Install an end cap in the inlet header of each row opposite the end that is connected to the collector inlet pipe Refer to Figures 2 11 and 12 10 INSPECT THE INSTALLATION AND CHECK ALL CLAMPS FOR PROPER POSITION AND TIGHTNESS 11 FOR HURRICANE AREAS REFER TO ENGINEER ING BULLETIN 8101 FOR APPLICATION OF HURRI CANE COLLECTOR HOLD DOWN KIT Part 12035 1 for 1 1 2 12035 2 for 2 Installation Over Roof Vent Pipes Collectors can be installed over or around different diameter roof vent pipes or other obstructions up to 2 63mm in di
12. d locally If for aesthetics black pipe is desired it can always be painted black Use a PVC cutter or a PVC wide blade saw not a hacksaw for cutting pipe It is important to use both a quality cleaner primer and solvent in gluing a PVC joint For more detailed information on PVC gluing refer to Engineering Bulletin No 8701 Finally use a cloth while either gluing or painting to keep the job a clean one Piping should also be supported at intervals of 5 1 5m for horizontal pipe and 8 2 5m for vertical pipe Use either gal vanized or plastic pipe clamps Aquatherm Industries outlet header bracket assemblies Part 10008 1 2 which are made of stainless steel are also excellent pipe hangers Manual Systems Some systems can employ a manual control valve to con trol the flow of water thru the solar collectors although this may reduce the overall heating capacity of the system The manual control valve usually consists of a non posi tively sealed 3 way valve as shown in Diagram 10 Water continuously flows through the solar collectors when the filter pump is on but can be diverted manually by the pool owner if the pool becomes too warm or during extended cloudy weather During a threat of freezing conditions it can also be diverted by first shutting off the pool pump allowing the collectors to drain diverting the 3 way manu al valve to the bypass collector position and shutting the isolation valves on the collec
13. d onto the surrounding roof surface Bolt all the outlet header hold down brackets to the roof as shown in Figure 4 Figure 5 4 Locate the hold down strap bracket holes using the information in Fig 1 Table A Measuring from the top outlet header bracket chalk line snap another chalk line parallel to this line using the A dimension The B dimension is the same for all collector sizes which is 16 40cm up from the outside of the bottom header and can be measured after the collectors are installed Wait to install the hold down strap brackets until after the collec tors are installed so as not to damage the collectors when you are bringing them to the roof for installation 5 Bring the first collector to the roof and slip the proper hoses over both ends of the inlet and outlet headers on the last return collector Make sure that the side of the collector with the serial number label on it is facing down The long hoses go on the outlet of the last collector and the inlet of the first collector Push UP TO the hose locat ing shoulder but NOT OVER it Locate a hose clamp 3 8 10mm from the end of the hose in order to center it on the header groove This clamp must face up so as to be accessible for tightening and will not rub against the mounting surface Make sure you securely tighten each clamp with a nutdriver If a nutdriver is not available a hex wrench or screwdriver will suffice THE HOSE CLAMPS MU
14. gh the col lectors be kept as low as possible in order to deliver the maximum amount of heat to the pool Vacuum Relief Valve Test When the solar system is first turned on air in the col lectors will be expelled into the pool and bubbles will appear The appearance of bubbles in the pool should stop after a few minutes If after a few minutes bubbles continue to be discharged at the return to the pool remove the vacuum relief valve s and replace it with and end cap Relocate a vacuum relief valve to a position in the inlet piping which is at a height of approximately three fourths of the elevation of the collectors above the pool Refer to Figure 1 A quicker alternate method is to first try to reverse the end cap and the vacuum relief valve on the collector array to see if this stops the bubbles in the return lines Sometimes the end cap is about 3 4 of the elevation of the collectors and this is a lot quicker than cutting in a tee in the supply pipe MAINTENANCE Winterizing Procedures The solar collectors should drain automatically each time the pump cycles off There are no special requirements for winterizing the solar collectors The pool piping should be winterized as per your normal practice In southern parts of the country pool owners operate their pools throughout the winter although light freezing condi tions may occur The accepted procedure for avoiding freezing of the pool piping and filtration system has been
15. he inlet and outlet pip ing connections suck in then slip a piece of 1 1 2 50mm pipe into the hose to prevent this And also if the flow rate is excessive more than 10 GPM 37 9 collector or if the system pressure is greater than 30 psi a bypass line should be installed between the col lector feed and return lines above the 3 way valve to pre vent problems with the collectors and connection hoses If there is residual air in the pool return lines and the col lectors do feel cool to the touch refer to the section con cerning the vacuum relief valve test on page 10 Optional Isolation Valves Isolation valves may be installed in the collector piping so that the pool may be operated while the collectors are being serviced or during freezing weather Install a man ually operated ball valve in the collector inlet line and a check valve on the collector return line Both valves available in the Optional Supplemental System Isolation Kit Part 12035 1 are made to accept either 1 1 2 or 2 PVC pipe Make sure that the arrow on the check valve is pointing away from the collectors and that the ball valve and check valve are located as close to the control valve and outlet T respectively For fur ther precautions in warm climates where pools are oper ated year round and periodic freezes can occur a bypass line small diameter tubing can be located above the ball and check valve so as to prevent any accidental trapping
16. nnector hose 7 long 60001 1 2 Collector connector hose 3 3 4 long 60546 1 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 60002 1 2 Collector connector hose 3 3 4 long 60546 2 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 60546 1 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 60019 2 1 1 Check Valve 1 1 2 amp 2 60546 2 4 Hose clamp stainless steel 19001 1 1 Installation Manual 19186 1 1 Owner s Manual QA The Optional Supplemental System Isolation Kit Part 12033 5 includes a 1 1 2 2 PVC union ball valve and a 1 1 2 2 PVC check valve to permit manual isolation of the solar system from the pool or spa filtration system Use one 1 kit per system 3 Hold Down Strap is required to secure collectors to the counting surface Use strap 10035 1 54 for rows of up to 6 collectors or strap 10035 2 107 for rows of up to 12 collectors 4 The Add A Row Kit Part 12043 1 for 1 1 2 kit 12043 2 for 2 kit is used when more than one row of collectors is to be installed Use one 1 kit for each collector row after the first PartNo Qty 11 2 Qty 2 Description 10003 1 1 Vacuum Relief Valve 10003 2 1 Vacuum Relief Valve 10008 1 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 10008 2 1 Outlet header hold down bracket assembly 10011 4 4 Hold down strap clamp assembly 30061 1 1 Endcap 30061 2 1 End cap 30089 1 2 Pipe adapter 30089 2 2 Pipe adapter 50006 2 2 Hold down strap bracket
17. of water in the collectors by the pool owner To make sure no water is left in the collectors for servicing or during freezes remember that the pool pump should be shut off allowing the collectors to drain naturally before the optional isolation valves are used Special System Layouts Use a divided system when installing more than the rec ommended maximum number of collectors per row when avoiding roof obstructions or where limited space dictates This provides uniform distribution of water through all the collectors If water distribution through the collectors is non uniform the heating capacity of the sys tem will be reduced WHEN INSTALLING A DIVIDED SYSTEM THE OUT LET HEADERS FROM EACH OF THE LOWER OR CLOSEST ROWS OF COLLECTORS MUST BE CON NECTED TO THE HIGHEST OR FURTHEST POINT IN THE SYSTEM Refer to Figure 11 A divided system requires an Add A Row Kit Part 12043 1 2 for each row of collectors A more complex divided system is shown in Figure 12 This also illustrates the application of the Row Spacer Kit to clear a roof obstruction Booster Pump System In some cases the pool filter pump may not be able to cir culate water at a high enough flow rate to allow for proper collector operation If so it may be necessary to replace the filter pump with a larger one or add a booster pump If the pump size is increased it may also be necessary to upgrade the filter with one with greater flow ratings Supplemen
18. on again Move the temperature control to maximum and leave there The flow through collector light will go back on For more detailed information on the system startup trouble shooting and valve control instal lation follow the manufacturers instructions included with the automatic control system RETURN FROM TEE HIGHEST POINT JE RUN tel END CAP SES Figure 11 DIVIDED SYSTEM ASSEMBLY ON ROOF ELBOW INLET OUTLET from pool to pool VACUUM RELIEF VALVE Figure 12 VACUUM RELIEF Manual Control of System To test collector operation follow either the flow rate or temperature rise procedure Divert water through the collectors Turn on the pump and either observe flow rate or temperature rise The flow rate or temperature rise would be the same as that specified in the System Start Up and Test section If it is not then check for the indi cated probable causes and make necessary corrections Flow Rate Test Method The preferred system test method is flow rate This is also the easiest and quickest method To check flow rate install a flow meter in the inlet line to the collector collectors fol low installation instructions provided with the flowmeter Temperature Rise Test Method An alternate test method is temperature rise To prepare the system for testing obtain two accurate thermome ters Aquatherm Industries dial thermometers Part 60054 2 are excellent for this ap
19. outlet header mounting hardware It replaces or can be used in conjunction with the Outlet Header Hold Down Bracket assembly 10008 1 2 The bracket is designed for installations that require more flexibility for the outlet header mounting hardware location such as bar rel tile roofs or installations that require mounting hardware to be anchored into rafters or beams The Aluminum Header Clamp Assembly Part 10117 1 for 1 1 2 10117 2 for 2 is used the same as the Aluminum Header Bracket 30171 1 and allows for collector replacement without disturbing the roof penetrations Header Inserts Part 50055 1 for MOUNTING THE SOLAR COLLECTORS rue cgo Ole pale Use Refer to Figure 1 throughout this section When mounting in special situations where unusually high stagnation temperatures are expected such as in a desert climate or where abnormally high the collectors always make provisions for inlet connec tions at the bottom header and outlet connections at the top The outlet headers must be pitched a vertical dis tance of at least 8 20cm above the inlet headers to system pressures may occur assure proper drainage and uniform flow Plan the col Use four 4 inserts per collector lector location to allow at least one foot on all sides of the 9 The Optional Supplemental Hurricane Collector row of collectors for mounting brackets and piping The outlet pipe for each row of collectors must be connected Hold Down Ki
20. plication One of these thermometers is installed in the outlet line from the col lectors as shown in Figure 10 The other is used to check the temperature of the pool water to compare it with that of the water leaving the solar collectors Before installing the thermometer in the outlet line immerse both ther mometers in the pool water for several minutes to com pare the temperature readings If they are not identical BN OUTLET make a notation of the difference and add or subtract as appropriate this difference to or from the reading taken while you are testing This is necessary in order to pro vide an accurate indication of the temperature rise of the water passing through the solar collectors Turn the pump on and move the flow switch to the COLL position Observe valve action it should divert water through the collectors After flow through the collectors has continued for a least fifteen minutes compare the pool water temperature with the temperature of the water flow ing through the outlet line On an average sunny day with the air temperature approximately 70 F 21 C the water leaving the collectors should be 1 to 7 F 1 to 4 C higher than that in the pool If the water rise is greater than this insufficient water is flowing through the collectors This may be caused by a clogged filter undersized piping to many elbows in the piping or an inadequate pump It is important that the temperature rise throu
21. t Part 12035 1 for 1 1 2 12035 2 for diagonally opposite the inlet pipe Refer to Figure 2 2 when used in addition to the basic collector installa tion kit meets collector mounting standards in Florida Counties requiring resistance to 120 mile per hour winds In regions where high winds are prevalent special Figure 2 mounting precautions may be necessary to secure VACUUM RELIEF VALVE g brackets to the mounting surface One method using threaded rods is shown here JOIST OR RAFTERS HOLD DOWN CLAMP 3 8 10mm HOSE LOCATING SHOULDER HEADER SEALING GROVE Collector Panel Size in feet 12 10 PDPA NY PP yy NUT N HOLD DOWN BRACKET SS amp FLOW Note This end of row lower than opposite end See instruction 2 INLET A OUTLET from pool to pool 2x4 LUMBER BY INSTALLER washer A A l Kur HIGH WIND AREA THREADED ROD BRACKET BOLTING OUTLET HEADER HOLD DOWN BRACKET OUTLET HEADERS EL 3 8 10mm VACUUM SHORT SHORT RELIEF 130 cm iris 130 em HOSE 130 cm PEREAT i Th Han b y Nyt Ww b 7 E hil NY if SEE TABLE A YI YN P YH Y 7 uc MN eddi i INSERT 4 WH T I Lg gg Why ADAPTOR ae BRACKET UL f UI VT 222 hip 7 Uy y e f iy MW 7 Ly He YY Yuppie YY Wy
22. t that the pipe col lapses or the clamp gears strip In areas where unusual ly high stagnation temperatures are prevalent or where abnormally high system pressures occur use header insert Part 50055 1 2 COLLECTOR REPAIR This method allows for an easy and permanent on site repair of a collector by isolating the leaking riser tube Referring to the figure below locate the tube to be isolat ed End tube has been shown for clarity Using a sharp utility knife very carefully cut away approximately 1 of the tube at both headers Drive a 10 12 sheet metal screw preferably stainless into the hole in the header The screw must be between 1 2 and 3 4 long DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN If the screw strips out or if the repair leaks use a larger screw This repair method will not void the collector warranty Figure 14 SENSOR RELIEF VALVE 4 VACUUM MEE pere ern I COLLECTORS FOR OUTDOOR POOLS END CAP Ta INLET LINE TO COLLECTORS fj lt q _ OUTLET LINE ISOLATION ELECTRONIC BALL VALVE CONTROL E S i y x optional FLOW METER V optional THERMOMETER o optional 120 240 BOOSTER V LINE L PUMP lt q ISOLATION CHECK e I VALVE optional E LI HEATER BY PASS dne r 1 E pP T atk LL BALL VALVE optional FILTER L3 OUTLET i TEE 6 ome me ___ d Y HEATER p b th WATER CHECK 3 WAY optional i LI SENSOR VALVE VALVE i a i T
23. tal Gas Oil Fired or Electric Heaters It is desirable to pipe the stand by heater in a bypass loop Refer to Figure 10 Fuel fired heaters often create a large pressure drop By placing a heater in a by pass VACUUM RELIEF VALVES loop pump size and electrical energy requirements may be reduced SYSTEM START UP AND TEST System Start up and Checkout for Automatic Systems To check out the system for proper operation turn on the filter system Set the temperature control to its highest level Switch the control to the flow through collector mode The flow through collector light should come on The 3 way valve will then be sending water thru the col lectors and air will be purged out of the collectors into the pool return line for several minutes and should then clear The collectors should feel uniformly cool to the touch Switch the control to the bypass collector mode The cor responding light will go on and the 3 way valve will be sending water directly back to the pool bypassing the solar collectors After about 5 10 minutes feel the solar collectors again They should have begun to warm up Now switch back to the automatic mode If the sun is still shining on the solar collectors the flow thru collector light should go on again Adjust the temperature control lower When you reach the actual temperature of the pool water the light will turn off The flow bypass collector light will go
24. tor feed and return lines A lower end cap on the collectors or any of the connecting hoses can be removed to make sure there is no standing water in the collectors The filter pump can then be re started to allow for normal pool filtration During normal operation of the system when the 3 way valve is in the bypass collector position all the water in the collectors should drain back through the 3 way valve non positively sealed when the filter pump shuts off An alter nate way to protect against sudden freezes can be accom plished by running a bypass line 1 8 1 4 3 6mm between the collector feed and return line above the isola tion valves if any It is possible that a small amount of water may be present in the collectors when a non positively sealed 3 way valve is used and the filter pump is on If a positively sealed 3 way valve is used a bypass line as men tioned above is mandatory to allow for collector drainage AUTOMATIC CONTROL SYSTEMS The performance of a solar pool heating system can be improved with the use of an electronic control and motor ized 3 way valve The control activates the motorized valve and either sends water thru the collectors for heating or nocturnal cooling or automatically bypasses the collectors when the pool is warm enough or insufficient sunlight is available Refer to the manufacturer s Instructions Included with the automatic equipment you use Other Equipment Some pools employ an

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