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Sunbank Installation Manual
2.
Not Included Parts
The specific hardware necessary is installation and climate specific. This list is illustrative, not
comprehensive.
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The Sunbank can be installed as a pre-heater with a bypass or as a standalone system. The
following parts list is for the basic pre-heater setup:
1
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copper or PEX pipe (length and diameter dependent upon installation)
1
–
roll of Teflon plumbing tape
1
–
bottle of thread sealant
1-
4.5 gallon potable water expansion tank
2
–
¾”
FNPT adapters to interface with tank inlet and outlet
2
–
¾”
FNPT caps (if not using side ports
–
most installations)
1
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½” brass plug
(if not using thermowell)
2
–
¾” MNPT
drain valves
6
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T’s (diameter depend
s on pipe size chosen)
6
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Ball valves (see plumbing configuration diagram in Part 4 for explanation)
1
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Flashing to interface with the roof/building penetration point
1
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lead free mixing valve (also known as a tempering valve)
Roof attachments (type depends on roof surface
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contact us for suggestions)
Installation specific plumbing fittings to interface with existing plumbing
Pipe insulation and aluminum jacketing for outdoor pipe
Optional:
1
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freeze protection valve More info: https://thesunbank.com/freeze-protection/