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1.0 Contents
This manual describes the partial do-it-yourself installation, starting and operation of an SV30AWX
which includes an SV30AWX solar collector with copper absorber, a 100 litres hot water cylinder, an
expansion tank and solar cells for the operation of fan and pump.
The air based part
of the system will blow the warm air from the collector into the house by means
of a solar cell operated fan.
The fluid based part
of the system will heat up the domestic water by pumping the liquid in the cop-
per absorber of the collector through the heat exchanger of a 100 L hot water cylinder using a solar
cell operated pump.
To ensure the optimal performance of this low-tech system this manual offers advice on the position-
ing of the various components of the SV30AWX. It will also deal with the initial adjustment, the op-
eration and maintenance, and it will give you additional technical information concerning specific
components in the system.
Separate instructions are provided for roof or wall mounting the collector
. When mounting on
roof, however, it is important to distinguish between the two types available:
•
Type 1 for solid roofs with profiled sheeting (for instance fibre cement)
•
Type 2 for steel plate or asphalt roofing
Upon receipt of your SV30AWX
please check that you have received all components in a good
condition.
Please note that
a certified plumber
may be required to perform and/or check certain parts of the
installation.
The electrical connection is only 12V (not 230/240V)
and therefore constitutes no danger.
Caution
: It is important to note that although the system is self-circulating, temperatures of about
100º C may be generated in the upper part of the solar collector in case of pump or fan failure.
We urge you to read the instructions
thoroughly before you go ahead with the installation. It is im-
portant to plan the optimal position of the system and to know how to progress in this partial do-it-
yourself working process.
Enjoy yourself!
