Solar Roofs SkyLine 200152C80EX, Руководство по установке

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DETERMINE THE BEST PIPE RUN
COORDINATE THE PIPE RUN WITH THE BEST SOUTH FACING COLLECTOR LOCATION
FOR THE SHORTEST RUN.
IMPORTANT: SLOPE all lines to DRAIN! It is important that all pipes between the collectors maintain a 1/4"
per foot drop to prevent traps and assure that all fluid drains when the drain valves are opened.
COMMON RUNS
In many one-story homes, the run is a simple matter of
going up into the garage rafter area and to the roof or
going through a wall or ceiling into the attic.
Common pipe runs to the basement include runs adjacent
to air return chases, plumbing and vent lines and through
closets.
In a two story house runs can be challenging;
however, it is amazing how often a good solution is at
hand.
CHASES: Look for pipe, fireplace and duct chases with
room around them. The pipes can often be dropped
down next to a duct, especially in a one-story house, in
just a few minutes.
CLOSETS: Sometimes the easiest way to run the pipes
is through closets (look for "stacked" closets in a two-
story house). Since 1/2” copper pipes are fairly flexible,
drilling through even many shelves with an angle drill is
easy as alignment does not have to be precise.
NOTE: Copper pipes get harder, even brittle with
multiple bending, bend your pipe as little as possible
for the easiest installation! Unroll the soft copper in
smooth even strokes and be sure the connections for
the collector are above the roofline so no water could
get into the house if the connection leaks.
DRYWALL: It is sometimes necessary to cut drywall
at the floor or ceiling level in order to cut the holes in a
fire stop. Usually this hole can be made out of sight in a
closet. After sealing the fire-stop, it may be desirable to
make the remaining drywall removable by putting a
simple frame around it and placing it back in place with
a few finish nails.
INFILTRATION AND FIRE STOPS: In all
situations, remember that infiltration is one of the main
sources of energy loss in a house. In no way should the
installation of a solar system contribute to this loss!
ALWAYS seal up any holes made in the house envelope
especially in the attic and fire stops. Fire stops must be
properly put back in place so their important function is
preserved. Converting to copper pipe for two feet on
either side of the firestop may be required in some areas.
STORAGE: You will need to purchase a ‘Rheem
Storage Tank, 80 Gallon with heat exchanger, Model #
RH-81V080HE1.
You will need room to work around it and space for the
solar hardware, usually a foot on the drain side of the
heater is adequate. Install the tank connection
components.
The Rheem Storage Tank is equipped with a top element
only. To enhance your DHW efficiency, during the
winter, first try using low flow showerheads and aerators
and/or add a 220v switch to the top element. Another
good plan is to use a 220v timer set to heat the water for
two hours before you get up in the morning and for two
hours before you get home from work.
Try turning the power off during sunny summer days.
You should have ample Hot water with 2 panel for a
family of 3 and with 3 panels for a family of 4 or 5 on
clear summer days.
INSULATION: INSULATION OF EXPOSED
COPPER PIPES IS NEEDED. A MINIMUM 1/2"
R-2.6 (closed-cell insulation)* IS NEEDED AND 3/4”
R-4.5 OR BETTER IS RECOMMENDED. Check your
state and local codes to see if any greater thickness is
required ESPECIALLY IF REBATES OR
INCENTIVES ARE INVOLVED.