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SECTION VII 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

 

SYSTEM START-UP 

Follow the solar collector installation instructions to place the collector in operation.  Ensure that solar fluid flow 
operation is established for the installed system. 

 

SEQUENCE OF HEATING OPERATIONS -SOLAR AND  ELECTRIC BACKUP 

1.

 

The solar controller senses a large enough temperature difference between the lower tank and the solar collector 
to transfer heat into the tank.  The primary solar heating system is completely independent of the electric heating 
element backup. 
a.

 

The solar controller activates a circulator/pump to flow fluid through the heat exchanger and solar collector, 
transferring heat into the storage tank until the temperature difference is significantly reduced. 

2.

 

The upper element thermostat senses that the water temperature stored in the upper portion of the tank drops 
below the desired setting. 
a.

 

The upper element is energized to heat stored water to the desired temperature.  Once the water in the upper 
tank is heated to the desired temperature, the element is de-energized. 

3.

 

In dual electric heating element models, the lower element thermostat senses that the water temperature stored 
above the solar heat exchanger drops below the desired setting. 
a.

 

The lower element is energized to heat stored water to the desired temperature.  Once the water in the lower 
tank is heated to the desired temperature, the element is de-energized. 

 

WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

 

Table 7 details the approximate relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury and may be 
used as a guide in determining the safest water temperature for your applications.

 

 

 

                             Figure 11 – Scald Warning

 

WARNING

 

SCALDING 

This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system.  Be careful whenever 
using hot water to avoid scalding injury.  By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain an 
increased water temperature, you may create the potential for scald injury.  To protect against injury, you 
should install an ASSE approved thermostatic mixing valve (a device to limit the temperature of water to 
protect against scald injury via mixing hot and cold water supply) in the water system.  This valve will 
reduce point of discharge temperature in branch supply lines.  This water heater was shipped with an ASSE 
approved thermostatic mixing valve.   Install this valve according to the directions in the mixing device 
container.  DO NOT OPERATE THIS WATER HEATER WITHOUT AN ASSE APPROVED 
THERMOSTATIC MIXING DEVICE.   If this water heater was shipped without an ASSE approved 
thermostatic mixing valve, contact the manufacturer. 

APPROXIMATE 

TIME/TEMPERATURE 

RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS

120°F 

More than 5 minutes 

125°F 

1 ½ to 2 minutes 

130°F 

About 30 seconds 

135°F 

About 10 seconds 

140°F 

Less than 5 seconds 

145°F 

Less than 3 seconds 

150°F 

About 1 ½ seconds 

155°F 

About 1 second 

Table 7 – Scald Relationships

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Страница 1: ...OPERATING MANUAL WITH PARTS LISTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE For your family s comfort safety and convenience we recommend this water heater storage unit be installed and serviced by a plumbing prof...

Страница 2: ...eater We require that you carefully read this manual as well as the enclosed warranty and refer to it if questions arise If you have any specific questions concerning your warranty please consult the...

Страница 3: ...important information concerning product life DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death serious injury or substantial property damage CAUTION Indicat...

Страница 4: ...operly sized capacity pressure and temperature relief valve is installed into the side of the water heater See the General Information section of this manual for details This water heater contains ver...

Страница 5: ...t is filled with water Flammable items pressurized containers or any other potential fire hazardous articles must never be placed on or adjacent to the heater Containers of flammable gases should not...

Страница 6: ...HEATING ELEMENT UNDER COVER IN DUAL ELEMENT MODELS DRAIN COUPLING 3 4 NPT DRAIN VALVE 5 8 NH OPTIONAL OUTLET FOR RECIRCULATION 60 75 GAL MODELS MIDDLE COVER THERMOSTAT UNDER COVER IN DUAL HEATING ELE...

Страница 7: ...7 115 Gal 28 1 4 63 1 4 62 1 2 29 1 2 7 3 8 55 3 4...

Страница 8: ...ate Wet Weight Lbs 60 Gal 60 2 5 14 2 217 702 75 Gal 75 2 5 14 2 241 837 115 Gal 115 2 5 14 2 345 1253 Table 4 Electric Backup Water Heater Ratings with ASSE Approved Thermostatic Mixing Valve First H...

Страница 9: ...in all cases that the water temperature be set for the lowest temperature that satisfies your hot water needs This will also provide the most energy efficient operation of the solar water heater and m...

Страница 10: ...Relief Valves The combination temperature and pressure relief valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the maximum working pressure of the water heater The combination temperatu...

Страница 11: ...estic water system and or solar heating system during service 2 Unions Allows water heater movement during service if adequate clearance cannot be provided 3 Thermal Expansion Tank If the water heater...

Страница 12: ...to hold hot water during these periods The unique design promotes solar heating yet does not compromise heater performance when it is not available In single heating element models during periods were...

Страница 13: ...r flow through the faucets close them and check all water connections for possible leaks 4 NEVER OPERATE THE WATER HEATER WITHOUT FIRST BEING CERTAIN THAT IT IS FILLED WITH WATER WARNING FAILURE TO IN...

Страница 14: ...ure 3 The solar water heater connection labeled FROM SOLAR COLLECTOR should be piped to the solar collector supply piping Mount the circulator making sure the flow arrow points toward the water heater...

Страница 15: ...n the tank or in piping at the same level as the tank to determine fluid level within the system when not heating Verify that all check valves are removed from the solar heating system including compo...

Страница 16: ...water heater Figure 5 Water Heater Piping in a Two tank Installation The solar with electric element backup can be used to replace either the solar or backup water heater in the two tank installation...

Страница 17: ...p can also be removed The new solar water heater with electric backup has an internal heat exchanger allowing direct heat transfer to the water For installation of the new solar water heater with elec...

Страница 18: ...le to the previous solar water heater before going back to the solar collector One installation advantage is that the solar heat makes up for heat losses that occur when water is not flowing Another i...

Страница 19: ...s the water heater to act as an indirect water heater in the winter and an electric water heater in the summer This maximizes boiler efficiency and still provides a full tank of heated water To use th...

Страница 20: ...on to the controller in a separate junction box located on top of the water heater The brown twisted wires provide thermistor wiring from the controller to the lower control cover located next to the...

Страница 21: ...e upper portion of the plate 5 Verify that the sensor plate provides enough pressure to hold the thermistor in place 6 To assure that the thermistor does not move apply a small amount of high temperat...

Страница 22: ...tank is heated to the desired temperature the element is de energized WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Table 7 details the approximate relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald inju...

Страница 23: ...ain switch can be closed Figure 12 Thermostat After the solar water heater completes a heat up cycle check the water temperature at a faucet Allow enough water to flow to ensure that the faucet water...

Страница 24: ...D CAN CREATE A HAZARDOUS SITUATION 3 Anode Inspection and Replacement This water heater is equipped with multiple sacrificial anodes Anodes protect the glass lined tank from corrosion by sacrificing t...

Страница 25: ...ale to build up on the outside of the heat exchanger coil A water softener will prevent this problem See also Sediment above Symptoms would be reduced recovery capacity or reduced temperature differen...

Страница 26: ...ater filter Clean or replace filter or strainer Thermostat set too high Adjust thermostat setting See Section VII Improper system plumbing Compare plumbing to Section V Improper system wiring Compare...

Страница 27: ...t Protector Large 5 Cold Water Inlet Diptube 16 Access Cover 6 Electrical Outlet Cover 17 Exchanger Escutcheon 7 Conduit Grounding Cover 18 Thermostat 59T Dual Element Only 8 Escutcheon 19 Lower Therm...

Страница 28: ...______________ Nights ___________________ Address _________________________________________ Supplier _________________________________________ Supplier Phone No ________________________________ Manufa...

Страница 29: ...29 SECTION XI NOTES...

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