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CONNECTING THE COLLECTORS TO THE FEED & RETURN LINES.
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The feed line will be connected to the low end of the bottom header as previously determined when the chalk line
was snapped. This should be the end farthest from the pool pump. The return line will be connected to the top header
on the opposite end of the array. This should be the end closest to the pool pump.
Attach the (2-1410-005) pipe connector to the corners of the array where the feed and return lines will be using the
(2-1410-004) panel clamp as described in the section on connecting solar collectors together on page 12.
Cement the CPVC pipe to the (2-1410-005) pipe connector as shown in Fig. 11.1.
The (2-1410-005) Pipe Connector allows (1) ½” CPVC/PVC Pipe or a (1) ½” St. 90 to be glued directly into the socket,
or a 2” CPVC/PVC 90 to be glued on the outside. CPVC or
multi-purpose glue
should be used when attaching CPVC
fittings or pipe to the pipe connectors to provide for a durable connection. A 90 degree CPVC/PVC fitting and vertical
pipe run of at least 5’ should always be attached to the return line pipe connector to allow for lateral expansion and
contraction of the return line pipe run.
PVC pipe may only be used on the feed side. CPVC must be used on the
return side and may be used throughout.
Connect the feed and return pipes using good plumbing techniques.
Attach the (2-1410-013) end caps on the corners opposite the feed and return lines using the (2-1410-004) panel
clamps.
2-1410-004 Panel Clamp
Header
2-1410-005
Pipe Connector
1 ½” CPVC
Stub
2-1410-013
End Cap
A
Fig. 11.2
A
B
11. Connecting the Solar Panels
to the Feed & Return Lines.
Fig. 11.1
INSTALLATION MANUAL eco-SPARK™ SOLAR POOL HEATER
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