INSTALLATION
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REDUCING HEAT LOSSES
The cold water line to and the hot water line from the water heater must be insulated in accordance with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4. The insulation must be weatherproof and UV resistant if exposed.
ANODE TYPES
The vitreous enamel lined cylinder of the water heater is only covered by the Solahart warranty when the
total dissolved solids (TDS) content in the water is less than 2500 mg/L and when the correct colour coded
anode is used. If an incorrect colour coded anode is used in the water heater, any resultant faults will not be
covered by the Solahart warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the
life of the storage tank. The black anode is typically fitted as standard (refer to
“Anode”
on page 10).
If an incorrect anode is used, there is also the possibility the anode may become overactive and hydrogen
gas could accumulate in the top of the water heater during long periods of no use. In areas where this is
likely to occur, the installer should instruct the householder on how to dissipate the gas safely (refer to
“Caution”
on page 11).
SADDLING - PIPE WORK
To prevent damage to the cylinder when attaching pipe clips or saddles to the water heater jacket, we
recommend the use of self-drilling screws with a maximum length of 13 mm. Should pre drilling be required,
extreme caution must be observed when penetrating the jacket of the water heater.
Note: If the cylinder is damaged as a result of attaching pipe clips or saddles to the jacket, any
resultant faults will not be covered by the Solahart warranty.
TYPICAL INSTALLATON – OUTDOOR LOCATION
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER