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Picture #8

Figure #4

Connect to the U-channels to the opposite side of the rod, using the provided nuts and
bolts. (Picture #10)

Picture #10

Lift the collector’s top with the assembled rod kits and anchor the U-channels to the
roof, ensuring the proper angle to the collectors. (Picture 11)

Picture #11

Install all components in accordance with local code so that the performance of any structural
member or fire rated assembly is not reduced.

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Page 1: ... energy center in accordance with section 377 705 Florida Statutes This certification does not imply endorsement or warranty of this product by the Florida Solar Energy Center or the State of Florida The solar energy system described by this manual when properly installed and maintained meets the minimum standards established by the Florida Solar Energy Center in accordance with Section 377 705 Fl...

Page 2: ...i t a m o t u A 0 1 s t n e m e r i u q e R g n i r i W l a c i r t c e l E 0 1 s r e t e m o m r e h T 0 1 s e r u d e c o r P p U t r a t S m e t s y S 1 1 n o i t a r e p O m e t s y S 1 1 n o i t a r e p O r a l o S l a t o T 1 1 t a e H e r P r a l o S 1 1 r e w o P y t i l i t U l a t o T System Schematic SLAR32DC 66 SLAR40DC 80 12 System Schematic SLAR64DC 120 SLAR80DC 120 13 4 1 n o i t c ...

Page 3: ...ays be in accordance with the National Fire Code and with all local codes INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SIZING ORIENTATION The vast majority of Solar Domestic Hot Water SDHW systems are comprised of Medium Temperature solar collectors manufactured using tempered glass and some type of metal absorber plate They differ from Low Temperature systems predominantly utilized in swimming pool heating applicat...

Page 4: ...MOUNTING There are two basic roof mounting methods FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION Parallel to the roof line as illustrated below Figure 1 Flush mounted collector Flush Mount Installations are recommended when the roof s slope conforms to the orientation requirements as stated previously This is the easiest and most aesthetically pleasing installation method After the collector s are installed it should ...

Page 5: ...Connect the Latch to the Gripper Picture 2 utilizing the provided nut and bolt Slide the Latch into the top of the U channel so that the Gripper remains on top of the opening Place them at the middle of the U channel s top and tighten Picture 3 Picture 2 Picture 3 5 Loosen the Gripper providing space to insert the slot at the collector s edge between the Gripper s hook and the U channel s top Once...

Page 6: ...on roofs that slope in directions other than south 55 degrees 1 Use the Angle Mounting kit SL MK see picture 5 Connect the U channels to the roof just like in the Flush Mounting method Assemble the mounting clips to both U channels utilizing the provided bolts Picture 6 Picture 5 Picture 6 2 Screw the mounting clips to the BOTTOM part of the collector the weep hole side using two 2 stainless steel...

Page 7: ...cture 10 Picture 10 5 Lift the collector s top with the assembled rod kits and anchor the U channels to the roof ensuring the proper angle to the collectors Picture 11 Picture 11 Install all components in accordance with local code so that the performance of any structural member or fire rated assembly is not reduced ...

Page 8: ...t Part 7 Pressure Relief Valve Part 8 and Freeze Protection Valve Part 5 should be plumbed into the return line as illustrated in the System Schematic on page 12 of this manual It is extremely important to take special care in weather proofing the piping installation through the roof 1 Drill a hole the same diameter as the copper piping being utilized in the system installation being careful not t...

Page 9: ...e circulation pumps is controlled by an automatic differential control that has two temperature sensors One sensor is located on the outlet of the solar collector and the other sensor is located on the storage tank behind the lower access panel When the storage tank sensor detects water temperatures cooler than the desired temperature set on the control and if the collector sensor is 8 F warmer th...

Page 10: ... the use of a 115 volt differential control with a factory installed six foot line cord The installation requires one 115 volt outlet to be installed near the solar storage tank Plug the control into the outlet The circulation pump line cord is plugged into the receptacle on the side of the controller A 230 volt control and circulation pump may be substituted but troubleshooting the components in ...

Page 11: ...the tank thermostat to the lowest acceptable temperature setting The electric resistance heating elements will come on only when the tank temperature falls below the thermostatic set point If the solar heated water entering the tank is warmer than the thermostatic set point the electric heating elements will not come on If you have a water heater timer you may preset the timer to turn the heating ...

Page 12: ...or 7 Air Vent Sparco FV 147 Air Vent allows air trapped in collector to purge 8 Pressure Relief Valve Watts 530C Pressure Relief Valve protects system from excessive pressure 9 Pipe Insulation ACT05834 Armaflex Copper Pipe Insulation to prevent heat loss through pipes Any Pipe Insulation that is exposed to sunlight must be wrapped with foil tape or coated with a water based acrylic resin coating a...

Page 13: ...AR HOT WATER TANK TANK DRAIN DIFFERENTIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL 120v COLD WATER FROM HOUSE RESET BUTTON HEATING ELEMENT THERMOSTAT CONTROL SOLAR FEED TO COLLECTOR SOLAR COLLECTOR TANK SENSOR CONTROL SWITCH HOT WATER TO HOUSE MIXING VALVE BYPASS MANUAL DRAIN CHECK VALVE BALL VALVE ISOLATION VALVE E N I L N R U T E R R A L O S CIRCULATION PUMP E N I L D E E F R A L O S SOLENE DHW SYSTEM SCHEMATIC PIPE...

Page 14: ...v COLD WATER FROM HOUSE RESET BUTTON HEATING ELEMENT THERMOSTAT CONTROL SOLAR FEED TO COLLECTOR TANK SENSOR CONTROL SWITCH HOT WATER TO HOUSE MIXING VALVE BYPASS CIRCULATION PUMP SOLENE DHW SYSTEM SCHEMATIC PIPE INSULATION COLD SERVICE VALVE 18 16 15 5 8 9 10 7 6 4 2 3 16 12 14 17 SOLAR COLLECTORS COLLECTOR SENSOR 1 1 MANUAL DRAIN CHECK VALVE BALL VALVE ISOLATION VALVE E N I L N R U T E R R A L O ...

Page 15: ...nd Circulation Pump life expectancies run from 5 to 10 years As electrical components they are susceptible to lightning strikes or electrical surges Valve life expectancy varies greatly depending water quality and usage FOR MORE INFORMATION Detailed information regarding System Operation Routine Maintenance Freeze Protection and Start up and Shutdown procedures can be found in the Solene Open Loop...

Page 16: ...Place this label in visible location on Solar Tank Place these labels on Solar Feed and Return Line above Solar Tank Solene System Isolation Valve Normally Open WARNING HOT Solene System Isolation Valve Normally Open WARNING HOT WARNING HOT WARNING HOT FREEZE PROTECTION Collector loop filled with water is protected by Freeze Valve under normal conditions When air temperatures are expected to be be...

Page 17: ...are going to completely drain your solar system as described below MANUAL DRAIN DOWN FREEZE PROTECTION Follow these steps Disconnect the wires from the PV Panel to the Circulation Pump Close both Isolation Valves Connect drain hose to the Drain Valve on the return line of the solar system or use a water vessel to catch the water Open the Drain Valve on the return line CAUTION WATER MAY BE EXTREMEL...

Page 18: ...ed Exceptions SOLENE LLC will not be liable for inspection freight removal or any other charges arising from this warranty unless specifically stated in this warranty statement Neither SOLENE LLC its dealers nor its distributors shall be liable for incidental or consequential damages damage of any sort or nature resulting from abuse misuse neglect abnormal weather conditions freezing scaling due t...

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