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WSE47 

Solar Swimming Pool Heater 

 
 
 

 

 

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 Instruction Manual

 

 

www.wsetech.com 

Summary of Contents for WSE47

Page 1: ...WSE47 Solar Swimming Pool Heater _______________ Instruction Manual www wsetech com ...

Page 2: ...E Fax 306 244 9970 Saskatoon SK Canada www wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 SYSTEM COMPONENTS 3 FRAME ASSEMBLY 5 FRAME MOUNTING 10 PLUMBING 12 VACUUM TUBE INSTALLATION 15 FILLING THE SYSTEM 17 PREPARING FOR WINTER 18 SOLAR PUMP Error Bookmark not defined WARRANTY POLICY 19 ...

Page 3: ... is lower than the pool s temperature This is especially beneficial at the beginning and end of the season when daily air temperatures are cool resulting in an extended pool use season The collectors are designed so that they can be installed either on the ground or on a roof The best location to install the collectors is an area that receives the most sunlight per day and is as close to the pool ...

Page 4: ...ck base cups 4 Mounting L brackets 2 U channel main support rails connect to manifold 2 U channel frame legs 2 Side brace connects the main support rails to the rear frame legs 2 Rear legs X brace connects frame legs in an X shape 1 Main cross brace for main support rails connects the main support rails together in the middle 1 Front lower support rail base cups anchoring point 2 M8 x 48 mm bolts ...

Page 5: ...08 303 47th St E Fax 306 244 9970 Saskatoon SK Canada www wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com BOX 2 NON PRESSURIZED MANIFOLD 1 Stainless steel manifold 20 Black dust seals 2 Threaded steel couplings BOX 3 M SERIESEVACUATED TUBES 20 47 mm glass evacuated collector tubes PART DIMENSIONS ...

Page 6: ...MBLY STEP 1 Place the manifold on a non scratch surface with the bolts facing up Remove the nuts from the bolts in the manifold Place the U channel main support rails on the bolts extending from the manifold using the predrilled holes in the support rails The rails should extend in the same direction as the 20 tube holes in the manifold Fasten the nuts to secure the rails to the manifold ...

Page 7: ...wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com STEP 2 Attach the main cross brace half way down the main support rails using two M8 x 15 mm bolts and nuts Attach the front lower support rail at the lowest point on the main support rails with four M8 x 10 mm bolts The lower support holds the black base cups which hold the bottoms of the evacuated tubes ...

Page 8: ... in the manifold It may be necessary to drill additional holes in the main support rails to achieve this distance If the tubes do not seal properly in the manifold it is recommended to raise the lower support rail by 1 This is done by marking a spot 1 above each hole on the main support rail and drilling a new hole with a drill bit STEP 3 One end of each U channel frame leg is cut at 45 This end s...

Page 9: ...Ph 306 244 8808 303 47th St E Fax 306 244 9970 Saskatoon SK Canada www wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com STEP 4 Use M8 x 15 mm bolts to connect the X cross bracing to the frame legs in an X shape Connect the two cross bracing pieces in the middle with a M8 x 20 mm bolt ...

Page 10: ...8 303 47th St E Fax 306 244 9970 Saskatoon SK Canada www wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com STEP 5 Attach two of the mounting L brackets to the lowest point on the main support rails using the pre drilled holes and M8 x 10 mm bolts Attach the other two L brackets to the two rear legs ...

Page 11: ...locks A structural certification should be done when mounting the panels on a flat roof to ensure weight anchoring and wind loading are acceptable For ground mounting the above method can be used or the L brackets can be staked directly into the ground In all mounting locations you should ensure that the manifold is level otherwise you may experience problems with air in the system For vertical mo...

Page 12: ...on a roof This includes fastening a Flat J ack or equivalent type assembly to the rafters of the roof and laying a strut across for the collectors to be mounted onto This enables the collectors to be fastened securely into the rafters of the roof and also reduces the likelihood that the roof penetrations will leak Typically roof anchors are placed in every second rafter and no more than 6 feet apa...

Page 13: ... cooled If no vent isinstalled thismay break the glasstubes WARNING The WSE47 isa low pressure system If the pressure in the collector isgreater than 15 20 psi the tubesmay leak or even break WARNING Be sure to use a thread sealant such asTeflon tape to prevent leaks The collectors are plumbed with 1 threaded connections It is recommended that all connections between collectors be made with union ...

Page 14: ...number and the performance will not be greatly affected if the flow is slightly higher or lower The WSE47 Collectors are designed to operate at low pressure 15 20 psi max To ensure that the pressure in the system does not increase enough to damage the collectors a vent must be installed A minimum of one vent pipe is required for every 5 collectors and should be located at the outlet end of the las...

Page 15: ...e collector to the pool with a separate return line as shown in the diagram as opposed to connecting it with the return line from the backup heater 3 Avoid using eyeball fittings if possible 4 Do not connect the solar outlet to the input of a heat pump or gas pool heater If you are unsure what length of vent is needed install a 4 foot high vent More than 4 feet is unnecessary due to the limitation...

Page 16: ...y be damaged if not handled with care STEP 1 Locate the black rubber dust seals black base cups and a box of evacuated tubes Slide a black rubber dust seal over the open end top of the tube and slide it down the tube approximately 12 For easier installation place the black dust seals in warm water to soften them prior to placing them on the tubes Do this for all 20 tubes STEP 2 Dip the open end of...

Page 17: ...306 244 9970 Saskatoon SK Canada www wsetech com S7K 5H2 info wsetech com STEP 3 Insert the black base cup over the bottom of the tube and snap the cup into place in the front lower support rail Adjust the base cup by turning the threaded portion until the cup is seated firmly against the bottom of the tube ...

Page 18: ...ING Once the system isfilled heating can only be stopped by covering the surface of the collectors DANGER If there hasbeen water in the collectorsthat hasbeen heating without continuouscirculation starting the pump will discharge very hot water for a few minutes Do not allow pool use until thishot water has dissipated To fill the system start by opening the valve on the return line and the valve o...

Page 19: ...rwise you risk injuring not only yourself but any plant life the water may drain onto After the water in the manifold has been drained the water in each individual tube can be emptied and the plumbing lines can be drained Pressurized air should be used to clear the lines leading to and from the collectors but keep in mind that over pressurizing the collector could cause damage to the glass tubes T...

Page 20: ...cluding a defaced or removed serial number Repair by anyone other than the manufacturer or an approved agent The maximum liability of the manufacturer is the product purchase price You can find if your product is covered by the manufacturer warranty by comparing the duration of the warranty against the purchase date Returns You must obtain a Return Materials Authorization RMA number from WSEbefore...

Page 21: ... Clearly write your RMA number on the outside of the package you are returning Customers are responsible for the freight charges to WSE We suggest using a carrier that provides tracking information WSEis not responsible for packages lost in transit to WSE The replacement product is shipped by ground with shipping charges prepaid Expedited shipping is available at extra cost For status of an alread...

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