Heat Transfer Phoenix, Installation & Operation Manual

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Installation Manual
PREFACE
The Solar Hot Water Heating System will help to reduce the nation's dependence on polluting fossil
fuels. Designed to meet the certification requirements of SRCC-0G-300, The Phoenix Solar is reliable,
with a system performance that runs efficiently based on your specific region in the country.
INTRODUCTION
The System performance varies as a function of the household hot water load. The ambient air tem-
perature, the roof pitch and orientation, along with seasonal intensity, will determine the efficiency
of your Phoenix Solar System.
Your Phoenix Solar System used a circulation pump that circulates the propylene glycol heat trans-
fer fluid throughout the system. This fluid protects the collector piping from freezing and keeps scale
deposits from forming which will reduce the performance of the system. Proper maintenance of the
propylene glycol in the system can protect the solar water heating system to minus 60° Fahrenheit.
This manual is intended to familiarize you with the proper installation and maintenance of your Phoenix
Solar Water Heater System. This system must be installed by a licensed solar or plumbing contractor
in accordance with SRCC Standard OG-300 and all applicable national, state and local codes. Failure to
follow the procedures described in this manual can void the manufactures' warranty.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The system components required in the Phoenix Solar Water Heating System include the solar col-
lector, The Phoenix Solar Tank, circulator pump, differential solar control, expansion tank, pressure
gauge, mixing valve and non-toxic propylene glycol heat transfer fluid.
The solar collector is the engine of the Phoenix Solar System. When the sun is shining, the heat ener-
gy is absorbed by the solar collector and transferred to the HTF ( Heat Transfer Fluid) circulating
through the solar collector. The system pump efficiently circulates this heated fluid through the col-
lector's piping and heat exchanger. As the HTF passes through the heat exchanger, the heat in the
fluid is transferred by conduction to the potable water in your solar storage tank. As this process is
continuously repeated during the average sunny day, the temperature rises.
THE PHOENIX SOLAR HOT WATER HEATER
The Phoenix Solar Hot Water Heater has an internal Solar Heat Exchanger for use with solar panels.
The Phoenix Solar will transfer energy from the sun and will provide hot water through the gas fired
back-up when there is not sufficient solar energy. (refer to solar piping details in this manual for sug-
gested piping application.)
SOLAR WATER HEATER LOCATION
Choose a location for your Phoenix solar water heater centralized to the piping system. You must
also locate the Solar Water Heater and related domestic piping where it will not be exposed to freez-
ing temperature. All piping should be insulated. The Solar Water Heater should be installed so there
is access for future service. If you do not provide minimum clearances, it might not be possible to
service the water heater without removing it from the space. The solar water heater should also be
placed in a location where T&P discharge or a leak will not result in damage to the surrounding area.
If you do not have this location requirement available, you must use an auxiliary catch pan.
INSPECTION OF THE PHOENIX SOLAR WATER HEATER
Inspect the Phoenix Solar Water Heater for possible damage. Check markings on the rating plate to
be certain of the power supply corresponds to that for which the water heater is equipped.
PART 2: GENERAL INFORMATION