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Section 2:  Assembly – Main Frame:

 

NB: Assess the angle of the roof & determine which of the below assemblies will be suitable. 

Step 1: 

 

Step 2: 

 

Step 3: 

 

Step 4: 

 

Step 5: 

 

 

Cradle assembly – bolt inside, washer and nut outside                          Assembled Main Frame 

Start by laying out the components: 
 

 

A to D

 of the main frame,  and  

 

2 x component H

 on a flat surface as indicated 

left.  

 
Use a tape measure to determine the component length. 

Using the M6 x 16 mm Bolts, nuts and washers, assemble 

A2 to A1

, using 

component H

 – bolt inside, washer and 

nut outside. Only finger tighten the bolts, nuts and 

washers. Repeat the process for the other vertical leg. 

Assemble 

B1 onto A2

 using the M6 x 16mm bolts, nuts and washers supplied– 

bolt inside, washer and nut outside. Only finger tighten the bolts, nuts and 
washers.  
 
Repeat the process for the other side. 

Assemble 

B2 x2 onto A1

 using the M6 x 16mm bolts, nuts and washers 

supplied. – Mirror assembly – bolt inside, washer and nut outside. (Angles 
facing each other) 
 
Only finger tighten the bolts, nuts and washers 

Assemble 

C onto A1

 using the M6 x 16mm bolts, nuts and washers 

supplied – cradle longest arm facing towards panel / bottom of main 
frame. These bolts, nuts and washers can be fastened properly and in the 
correct manner. 
 
Repeat the process for the other side 

Summary of Contents for HOTFLO

Page 1: ...care when utilizing hot water from this appliance installing and or maintaining it as discussed later It is also important to peruse the terms and conditionsthe Warrantee document at the end of the manual INSTALLER Don t deviate and follow the instructions described in the manual carefully There are many tips to help you as an installer to install the product in accordance with the relevant SABS s...

Page 2: ...level of the main tank This cycle is repeated continuously throughout the day thus heating the water in the main tank Cold water is supplied to the system as the hot water is drawn from the main tank The cold water is supplied to the main tank via a header tank cistern which is mounted on top of the main tank The cold water mains supply is connected to the cistern The following minimum requirement...

Page 3: ...tem when viewed from the front or back left or right must be vertical with no lean to right or left Check that the tank is horizontal using a level Adjust the frame and mountings Cross braces supplied in the frame kit must be installed 10 Frames of systems should be securely fastened to roof trusses with the weight of the tank evenly distributed over a truss and the front of the frame as close as ...

Page 4: ...alves must be fitted to comply with required maximum heat into the home normally 60 Celsius and must be suitable for low pressure installation 24 Cold and hot water to the mixing valves must be balanced pressure High pressure one side cold water low pressure hot from the tank do not work 25 Where pipes go through roofs all holes must be properly waterproofed to avoid leaks 26 All plumbing connecti...

Page 5: ...me Fixing Bracket E 20 ofM6x16 Bolts Nuts and Washers D2 1x 120mm Hoop Iron Fixing Bracket Parts List Rear support leg F 2x 1005mm Rear Vertical Legs Mirror G 2x 815mm Load Spreading Horizontal Leg Mirror H 3x 200mm Links 2x A1 A2 I 2x310mm Rear Assembly StabilizerE 17 of M6x16 Bolts Nuts and Washers 1x G Mirror J 2x 1250mm Rear Assembly Cross BracesK 2x 990mm Main Frame to Rear Frame Adjusting Ar...

Page 6: ...er tighten the bolts nuts and washers Repeat the process for the other vertical leg Assemble B1 onto A2 using the M6 x 16mm bolts nuts and washers supplied bolt inside washer and nut outside Only finger tighten the bolts nuts and washers Repeat the process for the other side Assemble B2 x2 onto A1 using the M6 x 16mm bolts nuts and washers supplied Mirror assembly bolt inside washer and nut outsid...

Page 7: ...onto G x2 mirror assembly using the M6 x 16mm bolts nuts and washers bolt outside washer and nut inside Only finger tighten the bolts nuts and washers Assemble F and I onto G using the M6 x 16mm bolts nuts and washers supplied Only finger tighten the bolts nuts and washers Assembled parts F to J with Rear Support Braces in place bolts outside washers and nuts inside Using 2x Part K and the M6 x 16...

Page 8: ...ufacturers specifications Angle of the stand can be changedby adjusting the arm indicated left Figure 1 below a 5 Flat Roof Figure 2 below a 17 5 Roof Figure 2 below a 30 and more Roof no rear legs Using Part D secure Collector to Main Frame as indicated left NB Tighten M6 nut Repeat the process for the other side of the Main Frame Place Geyser on top of the cradle as indicated ensuring that the g...

Page 9: ...ase read and note a safety instruction that follows Regularly inspect the solar system for any leaks or damages Turn off main water supply and open Drain cock to flush tank with fresh water once a year to flush any settled scales Turn off main water supply and carefully loosen stop end at the bottom of the panel to flush out collector using clean fresh water at least once a year DANGER Water can b...

Page 10: ... must be issued with the appropriate safety equipment e g goggles hard hats gloves safety wear etc and trained in their use Be sure to comply with the specified degree of protection Working at heights should only be undertaken by suitable qualified personnel using the proper safety equipment Installers must be trained and conversant with the assessment of height hazards working at heights safety p...

Page 11: ...the Panel The manufacturer s name trade name or trade mark Satchwell Solar Supplies A model number Satchwell STC 1 5 The working pressure in kpa 600 kPa The aperture area 1 37 sq m Hail cover required No Resistant to freezing No Material of the fluid channels Copper Material of the collector cover Pattern tempered glass 3 System A second sticker that incorporates the information in the table below...

Page 12: ... mounting on an RDP roof of 17 5 providing a final inclination to horizontal of around 37 o Flat roofs roof pitch 5 The long back legs of the frame enable an inclination of 30 before mounting on an flat roof of 5 providing a final inclination to horizontal of around 35 General 1 All holes in walls ceilings must be made good as if they had not been made 2 All installations must be tidy 3 Customer I...

Page 13: ...ent of the Product not supplied by Supplier failure to comply with the manufacturing guidelines or instructions regarding installation operating maintenance and use abuse abnormal use or accidental damage use in a manner for which the Product was not designed or intended inadequate water quality natural non controllable forces of any description i e hail frost fire etc excess loads placed on the P...

Page 14: ... given by the Supplier in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied in law including any implied warrant of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 3 4 No amendments or additions to this Limited Warranty shall be binding on the Supplier unless recoded in writing and signed by a duly authorised company official 4 EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES The Supplier sha...

Page 15: ...clause 5 4 such inspection shall take place within normal working hours unless otherwise agreed to by both the Supplier and the Buyer 5 7 In the event that any inspection carried out by the Supplier pursuant to clause 5 4 results in the Supplier determining that the Buyer has no valid Limited Warranty claim the Buyer shall be liable for and shall on written demand from the Supplier pay the cost of...

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Page 17: ...17 Satchwell Solar Supplies Contactor Road Private Bag X6002 Suider Paarl 7624 Telephone 021 863 2035 Facsimile 021 863 0235 E mail ac warranty actom co za Website www satchwell co za SANS 1307 ...

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