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20’ SYSTEM

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

Please read all instructions carefully before installing your system.
Your warranty and your enjoyment of the ecoSAVER Solar Heating System is affected by
the proper installation of this product.

WARM

COOL

Water Flow

Summary of Contents for 20' ecoSAVER

Page 1: ... MANUAL Please read all instructions carefully before installing your system Your warranty and your enjoyment of the ecoSAVER Solar Heating System is affected by the proper installation of this product WARM COOL Water Flow Water Flow ...

Page 2: ...resistance The ecoSAVER system will provide years of use 5 The flexibility of ecoSAVER s LDPE material allows for easy handling and fast installation 6 LDPE polymers will withstand temperatures up to 175 º F This allows you to install it in direct sunlight in a hot location such as a hot roof where it can absorb the maximum amount of heat more quickly Proper Sizing of an ecoSAVER System 1 The numb...

Page 3: ...test 2 The panels may be placed on the ground on a rack or on the roof of a building i e shed garage or house The panels should face SOUTH to capture the maximum amount of sunlight Do not face panels away from the sun such as on a north facing roof 3 If the panel s are installed on the ground do not place in a high traffic area Do not walk on the panels as it may damage them and it will void the w...

Page 4: ...lure to control the amount of water flow with a Diverter valve may result in damage to the panel ecoSAVER Diverter Valve Kit ESDK 1 OPTIONAL Item No Description Quantity 1 Diverter Valve 1 2 Panel Spacer 1 Make sure the support collar stays in place on the female End Pipe fitting ecoSAVER Roof Mounting Kit ESRMK 1 OPTIONAL Item No Description Quantity 1 Stainless Steel Bracket 18 2 1 25 x 25 Diam ...

Page 5: ...t to sit in the sun so that it will become more flexible 3 While the panel relaxes remove the hardware kit from the box and count all pieces to make sure they are all there See picture of Hardware Kit and Parts List Page 4 4 There is a male and a female Twist Connect Elbow Check to make sure the O Rings are in place on the male side of the End Pipe and the male Twist Connect Elbow Make sure the su...

Page 6: ...l and tighten the clamps Do not over tighten 8 Put a clamp on the hose that will attach to the filter Put the hose on the filter outlet fitting and tighten the clamp Do not over tighten 9 Put a clamp on the hose that will connect to the pool inlet Put the hose on the inlet fitting and tighten the clamp Do not over tighten Unblock the pool skimmer and inlet fitting 10 Turn on the pool filter and ch...

Page 7: ...pool size It is easy to connect 2 or more panel systems together 2 The diagrams and instructions below will show how to attach multiple panels together see Diagram C 2 3 Installing 2 20 systems requires you to REMOVE 2 factory installed End Pipe Plugs and 2 factory installed Water Baffles before the panels are joined see Diagram C 2 4 Lay the 2 panels next to each other with the 2 filter hook up e...

Page 8: ...r Baffle is re installed in the center of the panel system with an equal number of panels on each side of it It is inserted into the female side of the End Pipe before the 2 Panel Assemblies are joined The correct location of the Water Baffle directs the flow of water through the panels and placing the Water Baffle in the right location is very important Failure to use a Water Baffle or placing it...

Page 9: ...eel system be used for optimal results Failure to properly use a solar blanket will diminish temperature retention especially at night Please cover the pool at night and when not in use Winterizing the ecoSAVER System 1 Your ecoSAVER solar panels must be drained for the winter if temperatures in your region drop below 32 º F at any time THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE FROM FREEZING WATER 2 For ...

Page 10: ...o the hub at each end Do not over tighten This will seal off that specific tube Water will no longer flow through it but the rest of the panel will still work well 4 If the 10 screw strips out over time try a 12 screw in its place as this will usually work to extend the life of the repair 5 When the repair no longer works or if multiple tubes are damaged the complete half panel may be easily remov...

Page 11: ...te side from the Diverter Valve 4 Please examine the Diverter Valve and note the location of the valve handle when it is in a closed position in an open position and in a partially open position 5 A closed Diverter Valve directs all of the water through the tubes for maximum heating An open Diverter Valve allows all of the water to bypass the tubes and no heating takes place A partially open Diver...

Page 12: ...talled between the 2 panels When installing a Diverter Valve and Panel Spacer on a 10 system NO Water Baffle is installed Place the Diverter Valve between the panels at the side where the filter and pool hoses connect Place the Panel Spacer between the panels at the opposite side Make sure the O Rings are in place on the male ends of both the Valve and the Spacer Make sure the support collar stays...

Page 13: ... connect Panels REMOVE 20 Panel System only Remove factory installed Water Baffle and re connect Panels Diagram D b 1 10 or 2 20 Panel System Diverter Valve Kit Installation Open Ends Open Ends Open Ends Open Ends Twist Connect Diverter Valve Twist Connect Panel Spacer Diagram D c 2 10 Panel System Diverter Valve Kit ...

Page 14: ...of it is recommended that you use schedule 40 PVC plumping pipe for connecting your solar panels to the filter and pool You may buy this at your pool dealer or a home improvement store 6 Locate the place on the roof or rack where the panel s will be installed The panels must be installed at an angle such that the hook up side is lower than the opposite side see Diagram E F This will allow the pane...

Page 15: ... the 2 brackets below it 12 Thread a web strap through a row of 3 vertical brackets and tie the strap to the top and bottom bracket Repeat this for each vertical row of brackets These straps hold the panel to the roof when the wind blows 2 rise over 10 distance 4 straps minimum 40 maximum between straps High wind areas require more Straps Brackets Diagram E RACK OR ROOF MOUNTING 10 Nylon Straps Ce...

Page 16: ...ram F RACK OR ROOF MOUNTING 20 Nylon Straps Center Line of Brackets Bracket 4 rise over 20 distance 48 maximum between straps High wind areas require straps every 24 MUST purchase 2 Rack or Roof Mounting Kits ...

Page 17: ...nal Retail Receipt Proof of Purchase Call 773 287 7131 Fax 773 287 7146 Email horizon1542 sbcglobal net or Mail Horizon Ventures 5050 West Lake Street Chicago Illinois 60644 Please allow 4 6 weeks for warranty claims to be settled 1 1 11 ...

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