SUNSTAR RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION MANUAL
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OPERATION & CHECKOUT PROCEDURES (CONTINUED)
MANUAL SYSTEMS: TURNING THE SYSTEM ON
1.
Turn the pool pump off.
2.
Turn the three-way diverter valve so the “closed” indicator
points toward the pool return side of the valve.
3.
Be sure that the isolation valves on the feed and return lines are open.
4.
Turn the pool pump on.
5.
If using a pool pump timer, set the timer so that the pump will run when
the solar collectors receive solar radiation, usually 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM,
but this will vary with geographical location and time of year.
6.
When the solar pool heating system is running, you should notice:
•
A slightly higher pressure reading on the filter pressure gauge.
•
If the sun is out warmer water should be coming into the pool.
This water should be 3-5 °F warmer than the surrounding pool temperature.
•
All the collectors should feel cool to the touch when the sun is on them.
7.
During the cooler months of the year, it is essential that the pool surface
be covered at night with a “pool blanket” to maintain a comfortable water
temperature. Low nighttime temperatures can lower the water temperature
more than the solar can recover during the day.
