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WINTERIZATION
YOUR SOLAR SYSTEM MUST BE DRAINED FOR WINTERZATION! FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT
COVERED UNDER THE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY! YOU MUST DRAIN YOUR
SOLAR COLLECTORS JUST LIKE YOU DRAIN THE REST OF YOUR POOL EQUIPMENT!
Remove the vacuum relief valve at the top solar system. Remove the rubber end cap at the bottom and be sure ALL the water is
drained out of the system. Replace end caps and blow pressurized air in the reverse direction of normal water flow. This is the
most effective way to drain your system. You can leave the collectors in place (as long as they are completely drained) and they
will withstand even the harshest winters. Sun2Solar recommends that you store your collectors inside in a warm dry place.
COLLECTOR REPAIR
IF A COLLECTOR DEVELOPS A LEAK
Your solar collectors are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship (see warranty for details and limitations). If a
leak develops for any other reason, you may use the repair method shown. The collectors are not warranted against freeze
damage.
SOLAR COLLECTOR REPAIR
This method allows for an easy and permanent, on-site repair of a collector by isolating the leading riser tube. Referring to the
figure at the right, locate the tube to be isolated
.
Using a sharp utility knife, very carefully cut away approximately 1”
(2.54
cm)
of the tube at the both headers. Drive #10 sheet metal screw, preferably stainless, into the hole in the header. The screw
must be between ½” (1.27 cm) and ¾” (1.9 cm) long.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
If the screw strips out, or if the repair
leaks, use a #12 screw. This repair method will not void the collector warranty. With proper care and winterization, you will
enjoy your solar collectors for many years.
AVAILABLE KITS OPTIONS
SM050004 INGROUND UNIVERSAL SYSTEM KIT
KIT COMPONENTS
QTY
1.5” Diverter Valve
1
3.75” Rubber Hose Connector
1
Pipe Adaptor
2
End Cap
1
Vacuum Relief Valve
1
Spring Check Valve
1
1.5” Stainless Steel Clamps
3
*Used for hard plumb installation
* Will support up to (8) 2 x 20 systems or (4) 4 x 20
803039 ABOVEGROUND MANUAL DIVERTER VALVE KIT
KIT COMPONENTS
1.5” Ball Valve
1
1.5”PVC Tees
2
Flex Hose Adaptors
4
*Used for flex hose installations* * Will support 2 x 20 and 4 x 20*
803030 MOUNTING KIT
KIT COMPONENTS
6’ Web Strapping
5
Stainless Steel Mounting Brackets
15
#14 Stainless Steel Screws
15
*Used for flex hose installations* * Will support 2 x 20 and 4 x 20*
SM050006 HIGH WIND ADD-ON MOUNTING KIT
Kit Components
QTY
6’ Web Strapping
4
Stainless Steel Mounting Brackets
4
#14 Stainless Steel Screws
4
**Use in conjunction with 803030 in areas of excessive wind **will support (1) 2’ x 20” collector**
