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SOLAR 

COLLECTORS

SC-F25/1

SOLAR

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for SC-F25/1

Page 1: ...SOLAR COLLECTORS SC F25 1 SOLAR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 2: ...t of 5 collectors SC F25 1 20014641 Solar collectors conform to EN 12975 standard and to Solar Keymark certification standard RANGE The following symbols are used in this manual b CAUTION Indicates actions that require caution and adequate preparation a STOP Identifies actions that your MUST NOT do ...

Page 3: ...ergy savings for many years to come You can keep your new solar collector in peak condition by having it serviced regularly by an authorised Beretta Technical Assistance Centre This instruction manual contains important instructions and precautions that must be observed to ensure the trouble free installation and efficient functioning of your solar collector Please accept our thanks and our congra...

Page 4: ...2 4 Technical specifications 8 2 5 Accessories 8 2 6 Collectors connection 9 2 7 Water circuit 10 2 8 Location of probes 11 3 FOR THE INSTALLER 12 3 1 Unpacking the collector 12 3 2 Dimensions and weight 13 3 3 Handling the collector 13 3 4 Installation 14 3 5 Filling the circuit 15 3 6 Checks 16 CONTENTS This manual Code 20013697 Rev 8 12 12 is made up of 20 pages ...

Page 5: ...and a safety helmet when performing installation work bBefore beginning installation work on roofs install the necessary fall prevention and fall arrest devices and ensure that all applicable safety standards are applied Use only tools and materials that conform to the safety standards that are applica ble in the place of work bOnly wear overalls that have a safety har ness with a suitable safety ...

Page 6: ...e temperature probe is installed in a special copper socket These solar collectors are easy to install Provided they are properly installed they provide reliable long lasting and extremely efficient service 2 DESCRIPTION OF THE SOLAR COLLECTOR 2 1 DESCRIPTION 2 2 identification The solar collectors are identified by two plates bIf these plates or any other means of clearly identifying the product ...

Page 7: ...7 2 3 Design Collector probe socket Collector outlet Collector return Direction of flow of heat transfer liquid Connector Ø 22 mm Glass 3 2 mm Connection ring nut 1 ...

Page 8: ...0 04 0 06 0 08 0 1 0 12 Tm m2 K W Efficiency curve Tested according to EN 12975 referred to a 33 3 water glycol mix flow rate of 75 l h and irradiation G 800W m2 Tm Coll _inlet _temp Coll _outlet_temp 2 T m Tm ambient_temp G Optical effi ciency of absorber ηο 0 798 4 27 0 003 Thermal dispersion factor of absorber a1 W m2 K a2 W m2 K2 WIND AND SNOW LOADS ON COLLECTORS Diameter of connection pipes f...

Page 9: ...t be the one near the sensor pocket of the last collector of the line see the picture above It is also possible to connect more then one line of solar collectors both in series max 6 collectors in series or in parallel Anyway the circuit must be hydraulically balanced see the following schemes as an example T T Two lines in series Two lines in parallel from the heat transfer circuit half union rin...

Page 10: ...7 Heat transfer fluid recovery M Collector outlet R Collector return bConnect no more than 6 collectors in series bIf copper pipes are used joints must be hot brazed bWe recommend the use of stainless steel pipes specially made for solar col lectors for the outlet return and probe pipes The probe cable should be of the shielded type bDo not use plastic or multistrate pipes Operating temperature ca...

Page 11: ...f probes 3 1 1 R M C M 4 4 4 9 8 11 10 13 14 2 6 12 Water control system SOLAR REGULATOR 17 7 5 15 16 18 19 1 Solar collector 2 Storage heater 3 Collector probe 4 Disconnect valves 5 Non return valve 6 Temperature gauge 7 Vent valve 8 Safety valve 9 Pressure gauge 10 Drain 11 Expansion vessel 12 Pump 13 Flow regulator 14 Flow meter 15 Vent cock 16 Manual bleed valve accessory 17 Storage heater bot...

Page 12: ...ertificate of warranty and label with bar code B Packages of 5 collectors Pallet contents 5 collectors Documentation envelope containing certificate of warranty and label with bar code bTake care not to lose the flat seal 1 strapped to the fittings of the solar con nector bThe instruction manual is an integral part of the solar connector Once located read it thoroughly and keep it safe Case A Case...

Page 13: ...hoist or other suitable lifting equip ment to hoist the solar collector on to the roof bWear suitable personal protective equip ment and use suitable safety devices aDo not dispose of the packaging mate rial into the environment where it can become a potential hazard Dispose of the packaging material in compliance with applicable legislation aDo not lift the collector by means of its outlet or ret...

Page 14: ...f flexible hose or dedicated expansion joints Provided adequate expan sion joints are used up to 6 solar collectors may be connected in series Make sure that the seal rings are correctly positioned in their seats When tightening a fitting with a pipe wrench or spanner always hold the opposite fitting steady with a second tool to avoid dam aging the absorber bAll pipes in the water circuit must be ...

Page 15: ...olar collector applications and remains fully efficient throughout the 32 to 180 C temperature range It is also non toxic biodegradable and biocompatible bDo NOT part fill the circuit with pure glycol then add water later 3 5 Filling the circuit Make sure that the collectors are not hot before you start bleeding the circuit Always cover the solar collectors before bleeding the circuit Always perfo...

Page 16: ...sory A manual bleed valve is not required if this pump is used On completion of the installation perform the checks listed in the table below 3 6 Checks bDo not fill the system in bright sunny conditions or if the col lectors are hot bMake sure that you have bled all the air out of the system using the water control system vent too M A 7 C Anti freeze mix Water control system Heat transfer fluid f...

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Page 20: ...a Tecnica Numero Unico 199 12 12 12 www berettaclima it The manufacturer strives to continuously improve all products Appearance dimensions technical specifications standard equipment and accessories are therefore liable to modification without notice Cod 20013697 Rev 8 12 12 ...

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