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Plumbing Connections
1. Make a mock up with pipe fi ttings and the manual or automatic controller, to determine
the piping requirements. Follow the instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the
controller.
2. After determining size requirements, cut out the appropriate amount of existing piping.
3. Convert to PVC pipe with threaded adaptors. Always use Tefl on tape on threaded joints to
avoid leakage.
4. Feed and return piping should go around overhanging eaves to minimize risks of leaks.
9. Installation Procedure
The following procedure assumes a shingle roof:
Step (1): Establish a horizontal chalk line across the roof for the location of the top of the
system.
This line must have 3/4” clearance above and below it for mounting the Header Clip on a
flat surface. For tile roofs, the line should be approximately 2” above the bottom of the tile.
Note:
For seasonal climates, this line must have a ¼” per foot slope towards the feed line
to allow for drainage and winterization. Then drop a vertical line (90° to the horizontal
line) at the left or right end of the installation to locate the first panel. Allow a minimum of
3” on all sides of the panel row for piping. Inspect the roof for any sharp projections that
may damage the panels.
Step (2):
Lay out the system before securing any panels. Begin installing the panels on the
left working right towards the opposite end. The panels can be installed with either side
up, and should be flipped after five years to lengthen their life.
Step (3):
Lay the top header approximately 1¼” below the horizontal chalk line. Using the
parts from the Panel Kit, install a 3” Rubber Coupling on the top right and bottom right
header outlet. Slide a Hose Clamp over each Rubber Coupling and position it over the
groove in the header. Rotate the head of each clamp facing up for easy access, shown in
Fig (20). Then tighten until snug.
Step (4):
Slide another Hose Clamp over the top and bottom Rubber Coupling. Position
the next panel to the right of the first panel, and insert the header outlet into the top and
bottom Rubber Coupling of the first panel. Position each Hose Clamp over the groove of
the second panel; facing up for easy access. Then tighten until snug. The top and bottom
should resemble Fig (21) when finished. If the roof is not too steep for the panels to slide,
you may continue connecting panels following Step 3 then Step 4; otherwise move to
Step 5
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