rinnai new Zealand Limited
E-Frost Solar Collector Split System
install manual: 11497-a
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Suitability for use
Water quality
requirements must meet the standards for rinnai solar products (refer warranty information).
Hard or aggressive water will need to be treated in order to use this product.
Water pressure
The flowing water pressure in the dwelling needs to exceed the height of the solar collectors.
For example, of the highest point of the solar collector is 7 m above the incoming water, then
the water pressure needs to exceed 70 kPa to keep the collectors full.
maximum water pressure
= 1000 kPa
roof pitch and condition
E-Frost collectors perform best at roof pitches ≥ 20°. at lesser pitches performance will be
degraded. This manual dOES nOT cover installations that may require frames for flat, side, or
reverse pitch roofs.
any damage to the roof must be repaired prior to installation of the solar collectors.
Pumped systems only
E-Frost collectors are not suitable for close coupled hot water solar systems.
Introduction
This manual is intended to be used by rinnai accredited solar installers, who have a good
understanding of the different types of solar systems and how they operate.
The information contained is designed to reinforce information from the TradeSmart Solar
Training Course, provide an understanding of the rinnai Solar System, its suitability for use
and high level instructions for installation.
This manual should be used in conjunction with the following codes and standards:
aS/nZS 3500.4 (Heated Water Services)
Section 5 - General installation
Section 6 - Solar
G12/aS2 (dBH acceptable Solution for Solar installation)
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