Consider 4-5 gpm per solar collector, and a 6 - 8 fps velocity inside the pipe.
Recommended flows:
Recommended flows
1.5" pipe
2" pipe
2.5" pipe
3" pipe
(35 - 50 gpm)
(62 - 85 gpm)
(90 - 120 gpm)
(140 - 187 gpm)
Read all the instructions before installing your solar heating system.
How does a solar heating system work?
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1. Connect your existing pool pump to the solar panel.
Your pool pump sends cold water to the solar panel.
2. The sun heats the water in the solar panel.
3. Warm water is then returned to your swimming pool.
A solar heating system if sized and installed properly will raise your pool water temperature up to
10° F / 6° C and extend your swimming season. In order to maximize the heat, the solar panel
must be exposed to sunlight as long as possible. On rainy days and at night the solar panel must
be turned off so your pool water doesn't cool. You can purchase an optional diverter kit to
accomplish this. On cloudy days, the solar panel won't work as well. It is recommended to use a
solar blanket or a Liquid Solar Blanket. This will help maintain the heat generated by the solar
panel in your pool.
Avoid placing in high traffic areas, as it is not recommended to walk on the solar panel. The solar panel can be mounted on a
rack or a roof. When mounted, the panel should preferably be facing south and be inclined at a 30° to 45° degree angle. Don't
face the panel North, because it will not heat. A mounting kit is required for placing the solar panel on a rack or roof.
We recommend to use a solar area 80-100% of the pool surface area for optimum results.
Never install more than 6 solar collectors in one array, the array has to be split into two or
more banks when exceeding this number.
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Is a special pump required?
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