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The Firebird solar controller ensures the efficient operation of the solar system, managing the efficient transfer
of the solar energy from the collectors to the water storage tank. The controller is easy to use and displays key
system data at the touch of a button. The controller LCD has a basic system diagram to explain the information
being displayed such as:
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Collector temperature.
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Upper and lower tank temperatures.
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Activation of solar circulating pump.
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Hours of operation.
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Alternative arrangement layouts.
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Pump speed efficiency.
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Emergency safety shut off.
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Drainback options.
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Additional anti-freeze functions.
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Easy to use holiday function.
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Anti-legionella control.
In addition, the controller has a second available relay that facilitates features such as
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Back-up heat source available for central heating or immersion connection.
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Timer set up for back up heat source heating.
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Surplus energy usage.
More advanced controllers are available, including East/West controller, pool controller and additional relay
controllers. Please contact Firebird Technical Department for more information.
Additional
heat
source
Twin
coil
store
(Optional)
Optional
sensor
S4
Temperature sensor connections
Relay
2
Relay
1
Solar c
ollec
to
r
S1 S2 S3 S4
Earth
N R2 N R1 N L
R1
S4
S3
S2
R2
S1
INSTALLATION
