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In North America for technical Assistance 
Contact Solarnetix Inc. 416/699-6746 
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User Guide 

For 

FlowCon FA

 Solar Stations 

 

Summary of Contents for FlowCon FA

Page 1: ...In North America for technical Assistance Contact Solarnetix Inc 416 699 6746 www solarnetix com info solarnetix com Page 1 of 12 User Guide For FlowCon FA Solar Stations ...

Page 2: ...alve 6 bar 87 PSI Pressure gauge 0 6 bar 0 87 PSI Connection for expansion tank NPT female Shut off Indication Devices Ball valve Full port Dial thermometer 0 160 C 32 320 F Flow check Valves Pressure Drop 2 x 200 mm 7 9 W C 400 mm 15 8 W C type PPS Temperature max 180 C 356 F Flow Meter Range of indication adjustment 1 13 l min connections BSP female 1 nut flat sealing Additional connections 1 x ...

Page 3: ...e the solar station assembled with the back insulation shell 5 Mark the drill holes distance 70 mm 2 and drill them with an 8 mm 5 16 bit 6 Insert the attached plugs S 8 into the holes 7 Attach the complete solar station to the wall by using the enclosed screws 8 Connect the piping between the solar station storage and collectors All connections were tightened in the factory so that in general it ...

Page 4: ...can read the pressure from the pressure gauge 1 8 Close the fill valve 2 and switch off the service pump Open completely the balancing valve at the flow meter slot vertical 9 Bleed the installation from above the collectors until the heat transfer fluid comes out free from bubbles If necessary increase the pressure to approx 5 bar 72 PSI and check for the leaks on all the joints If there is a cons...

Page 5: ...lves see the following instructions 2 Open the venting valves at the highest point above the collectors 3 Open the valve at the lowest point of the installation if possible near the connection of the storage not included in the delivery or at the flush valve outlet valve below the pump 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 6: ...ctly behind the collectors For an assembly in the attic it has to be ensured that the air vents can not overheat e g by means of a steam scoop The expansion tank has to be checked regularly in accordance with local Plumbing Code Solar installations have to be grounded for reasons of lightning protection Only skilled and trained electrical personnel are authorized to carry out wiring operations All...

Page 7: ...e cross section of the valve inlet You must also ensure that the blow line is laid at a slope the outlet of the pipe work must be open and visible and routed such that the blowing process does not endanger persons Placing a canister under the blow line has proven itself as a practical solution If the safety valve is actuated the liquid is collected and can be pumped back into the system if the pre...

Page 8: ...to be followed The values of the attached table determined by the Institute for solar energy research in Hameln Germany can be used fort he calibration of the flow meter The calibration is necessary as 1 the viscosity changes against the temperature 2 the density changes against the temperature 3 the precise volume flow is needed for the calculation of the energy transfer The floater of the flow m...

Page 9: ...s Please note After the air purge it is important to double check the pressure and if necessary to increase it to normal operation pressure Optional Compression fittings Assembly instructions 1 Push the union nut 2 onto the copper tube 1 then push the brass O ring 3 onto the copper tube 1 In order to guarantee a secure transmission of force and seal the tube has to stick out out at least 1 8 of th...

Page 10: ...mometer handle red 12 Dial thermometer Ø40 mm 1 57in blue 0 160 C 32 320 F 13 Dial thermometer Ø40 mm 1 57in red 0 160 C 32 320 F 14 gasket 30 0 x 21 0 x 2 0 For flat union connections 1 15 Flow meter DN 20 1 x female 16 Air Stop 17 Extension 3 8 x 40 mm 1 9 16 18 Manual air vent 3 8 19 plug S 8 20 Wood screws S 6 60 mm 2 36in Per piece zinc coated 21 Mounting plate for solar station DN 20 A 125 m...

Page 11: ... Page 11 of 12 Attention Please always mention the item number of the solar station while ordering spare parts ...

Page 12: ...as not installed in accordance with WILO s published installation and operation instructions Please visit www WILO NA com for a copy of our installation and operation instructions All claims under this warranty must be returned to an authorized WILO distributor for processing along with proof of purchase installation date and replacement date A WILO authorized distributor will then contact WILO fo...

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