269
IO
(269IO) SOLAR HEATER MAT ENGLISH 4.875” X 7.25” 08/19/2016
General
• This product is for use with storable pools only. Do not use with permanently-installed
pools.
• Solar heater mat size (flat, before fill): 47” X 47” (1.2 m X 1.2 m). Surface area: 11 ft
2
(1m
2
).
• Suitable for above ground pools up to 8,000 gal (30,280 L).
•
Compatible with filter pump up to 1/3HP or pump flow rate less than 2,000 gal/hr
(7,570
L/hr).
• Increases the pool water temperature by approximately 5-9
o
F (3-5
o
C) depending on
weather and ambient conditions.
Setup instructions
These instructions assume that the pool and filtration system are already assembled, and
there is a pool water return (pool water inlet) hose attached.
1.
Unroll and place the solar mat on the selected area where it will receive the maximum sun
exposure. See Fig 1.
2.
Position the solar mat between the pool water return hose and the filter pump outlet, after
the water is filtered.
3.
Place the bypass valve over the 2 openings on the solar mat. Ensure the sign “A” marked
on the elbow joint
(3)
matches the sign “A” on the solar mat opening. Secure the bypass
valve
(2)
assembly to the solar mat with hose clamps
(5)
. Ensure all the elbow joints and
hose clamps are securely tightened. See Fig 2.
4.
Attach one end of the short hose
(6)
to the remaining opening on the bypass valve
(2)
and
secure the hose with a hose clamp
(5)
. See Fig 3.
5.
Before disconnecting any hoses, turn off the filtration system and close or cover all pool
inlet and outlets to prevent water from flowing out.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Site Preparation and Requirement
• Select an area that receives maximum direct sunlight for better performance. Face the
solar heater mat in the direction of the sun’s natural path.
• The selected area shall be free of sharp objects, stones and debris that can puncture the
product, and away from traffic. Keep all pets away from this product.
• Clear all grass and other vegetation from the selected area as grass and vegetation under
the product will die and may cause odor and slime to develop. Certain types of grass such
as St. Augustine and Bermuda, may grow through the product. Grass growing through the
product it is not a manufacture defect.
• Extend the life of the product, place a tarp or mat on the ground beneath the solar heater
mat.
• Do not place the product on the roof or any structure, or above the water level of the pool.
