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WHAT SIZE DO I NEED?

 

First estimate your hot water demand in gallons per day; use the chart below for an average figure (Note:  

add 15 gallons per additional person or 20 gallons per additional room)

.

  It varies widely with lifestyle (from 

10 to 30 gallons or more per person) and with season (most people take longer and hotter showers in the 

winter).  For situations involving small families in 

a large house, the number of bedrooms should be 

considered in sizing  a solar water heater.  A system 

sized to meet the needs of two people in a five 

bedroom house today will  likely be inadequate for a 

family of five living in the same house tomorrow.

Performance System Ratings:

 

PT-20CN 

11,600 BTU/Day 

3.40 kWh

PT-30CN 

22,100 BTU/Day 

6.48 kWh

PT-40CN 

28,400 BTU/Day 

8.33 kWh

PT-50CN 

28,700 BTU/Day 

8.42 kWh

Flow Pattern:  Series

Test Pressure:  300 PSI

Design Pressure:  150 PSI

Maximum Design Temperature:  350°F

Normal Operating Temperature:  40 - 200°F

Wind Loading Testing to 180 MPH

SPECIFICATIONS & TYPICAL INSTALLATION METHODS

Model  

 

 

 

PT-20  

PT-30  

PT-40  

PT50

Average Output (gallons)   

   40   

  60   

  80   

 100

Next, choose a system from the following chart based on the gallons required.  Note that multiple units 

may be combined to achieve the total gallons desired.  It is generally wise to slightly oversize the system 

to help reduce backup requirements.

 People 

Gallons 

Bedrooms 

Gallons

     1 

20 

30

     2 

40 

50

     3 

55 

70 

     4 

70 

90

     5 

85 

110

 Model  

PT-20 

PT-30 

PT-40 

PT-50 

Capacity (Gal) 

17.9 

30.84 

41.13 

51.40

Length (Inches) 

83.64 

97.44 

97.44 

97.44 

Width (Inches) 

21.6 

35.44 

47.44 

47.44 

Depth (Inches) 

7.8 

8.44 

8.44 

8.44

Gross Area (Sq Ft) 

12.56 

23.98 

32.10 

32.10 

Dry Weight (Lbs) 

92 

174 

220 

265

Wet Weight (Lbs) 

235.2 

425 

563 

664

Содержание PROGRESSIV TUBE

Страница 1: ...Water Heater INSTALLATION and INSTALLING CONTRACTOR A Factory Direct Distributor of Solar Thermal Products and Equipment 6935 15th St E Suite 120 Sarasota FL 34243 Phone 941 360 9276 941 359 3848 Fax...

Страница 2: ...s 1 On Top of Tile 2 Flush To the Roof IX Ground Mounts X System Plumbing XI System Insulation XII Freeze Prevention XIII Two or More collector Systems XIV Direct Systems XV Start Up Procedures XVI Dr...

Страница 3: ...ality construction of the solar collector will provide you with years of energy saving trouble free operation HOT OUT COLD IN COLD OUT INSULATED PIPE HOT OUT The solar energy systems described by this...

Страница 4: ...to the conventional gas electric water heater or as a conventional water heater only with the PROGRESSIVTUBE collector by passed The SRCC certified OG 300 system is a three way system designed for us...

Страница 5: ...to illustrate proper installation techniques To ensure trouble free operation all installation work should be performed by qualified licensed contractors and in accordance with all local codes III SY...

Страница 6: ...t Cold Water In 11 inlet outlet 5B 10 SRCC OG 300 3 WAY SYSTEM 9 11 9 inlet outlet COLD HOT MIX 8 7 6 5B 5A 4 3 2A Hot Water Out Cold Water In Cold Water Inlet Hot Water Outlet 1 2B 10 2 WAY SYSTEM FO...

Страница 7: ...uality that meets these warranty criteria If water is too acidic pitting corrosion can occur If the situation is prolonged the corrosion action can result in pin hole leaks in the tubes Pitting corros...

Страница 8: ...een 10 00 a m and 3 00 p m The location should be as close as possible to the conventional water heater to minimize the piping run which should not exceed 75 feet For optimum performance in the northe...

Страница 9: ...g A Fixed Mount For installation parallel to the roof PTMS PTMS Part List A Clamps Qty 4 B Mounting Brackets Qty 4 C 3 8 x 1 Hex Head Cap Screws Qty 4 D 3 8 X 2 HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS QTY 4 E 3 8 Lock Nu...

Страница 10: ...ion with additional angle of the roof or ground mounting Include Standoff Rear Legs STS STS PART LIST G Rear Leg Sq Tube 1 ft 2 ft 3 ft or 4 ft sq tube NOTE STANDOFF REAR LEGS INCLUDE H 3 8 x 2 Hex He...

Страница 11: ...N 2 Foot 4 7 8 85 PT 30 CN 1 Foot 35 5 16 17 PT 30 CN 2 Foot 29 1 8 38 PT 30 CN 3 Foot 12 5 8 70 PT 40 CN PT 50 CN 1 Foot 47 13 PT 40 CN PT 50 CN 2 Foot 43 5 16 28 PT 40 CN PT 50 CN 3 Foot 34 45 PT 40...

Страница 12: ...d mounting hardware have been wind load tested to 180 mph and hundreds of units have survived storms with winds in excess of 180 mph The structural integrity of a collector is most important when cons...

Страница 13: ...he pipe penetrations are downhill from the collector connections Water will not drain uphill DRAWING D COPPER PIPE SHINGLE INSULATOR CAULKING SHEATHING COOLIE HAT ROOFING FELT C Roof Mount Penetration...

Страница 14: ...on in tone associated with external hammer blows to locate the run of the truss Most roofs are either asphalt or fiberglass shingles They are stapled or nailed in an overlapping pattern over the felte...

Страница 15: ...the edge of the collector should be in parallel with the roof ridgeline The Fixed Mount system raises the collector approximately 2 5 inches above the roof to allow air to circulate under the collecto...

Страница 16: ...t use the Adjustable Tilt Mount system The mounts are anchored to parallel rafters and the collector is installed perpendicular to the roof plane facing south at an angle equal to local latitude This...

Страница 17: ...a hammer and removed or for a cleaner and quicker installation sawed out Remove as few tiles as possible because the area must be totally sealed upon the completion of the mount bracket installation...

Страница 18: ...ng the tile slide the back of it under the first tile above the J Bracket Be sure to apply generous amounts of caulking compound between the sized tile the roof and the J Bracket The sized tile should...

Страница 19: ...ermanent foundation A concrete HVAC pad or four standard concrete piers embedded at least halfway in the ground are the recommended foundations see Drawing J Be sure to coat the threaded end of the bo...

Страница 20: ...ED FOUNDATION FOR GROUND MOUNT INSTALLATION FRONT VIEW STANDARD CONCRETE PIER 50 TO 60 48 TO 50 FOR PT 40 CN AND PT 50 CN 36 TO 37 FOR PT 30 CN 22 TO 23 FOR PT 20 CN SIDE VIEW THREADED J BOLT EMBEDDED...

Страница 21: ...TORAGE TANK VACUUM BREAKER OR BOILER DRAIN BOILER DRAIN MAKE SURE PIPES ARE BELOW FROST LINE IN COLD CLIMATES COPPER PIPE INSULATE PIPES WITH PROPER UNDERGROUND INSULATION PRESSURE RELIEF CONSULT SYST...

Страница 22: ...bronze or brass valves rated at 400 psi W O G and 100 psi at 3000 F There must be a shut off valve on the cold water supply and boiler drains on the supply and return sides of the solar loop It is re...

Страница 23: ...r Some local codes will allow both valves to share the same drain line some will not A check valve is used only if a freeze prevention valve is installed It should be installed in the return solar loo...

Страница 24: ...valve such as the Eaton Dole FP 35 The valve should be installed according to the manufacturer s recommendations and Drawing L on the return solar loop piping between the collector and the roof consul...

Страница 25: ...INSULATE C x F Flush Bushing Copper pipe INSULATE To Storage Tank Drain Port Or x F Adapter may be used instead of bushing Valve must be installed with drain port down Caution Do not solder near Freez...

Страница 26: ...7 17 2 22 5 26 8 33 5 21 16 6 21 8 26 0 32 5 15 6 20 5 24 4 30 5 20 15 3 20 0 23 8 29 8 14 3 18 8 22 4 28 0 19 14 1 18 5 22 0 27 5 13 3 17 4 20 7 25 9 18 13 1 17 2 20 5 25 6 12 3 16 1 19 2 24 1 17 12...

Страница 27: ...rs are tilted up the piping can run behind them making a much cleaner looking installation The Alternative Configuration has improved aesthetics by flipping the second collector around so the pipe nip...

Страница 28: ...ficiency see Drawing P Supply and return lines for multiple collector systems should be 1 diameter for systems up to four collectors 1 5 diameter for six collectors 2 diameter for ten collectors For l...

Страница 29: ...ROOFS THIS POSITION MUST BE WITHIN 15 OF ROOF CROWN THIS POSITION MUST BE OVER A LOAD BEARING WALL THIS POSITION IS NOT ALLOWED DRAWING O MAXIMUM DISTANCE COLLECTOR MOUNT FROM ROOF CROWN 15 WEST FACIN...

Страница 30: ...er lines a minimum 20 length of copper pipe must be plumbed to the collector s inlet and outlet connections CPVC can then be connected to the copper pipe CPVC cannot tolerate water temperatures above...

Страница 31: ...loop piping Open the boiler drain on the return side 4 It is most important that the unit be vented to the atmosphere before and while being filled It is recommended that the collector be filled befo...

Страница 32: ...he cold water supply A homeowner can tell if their system is working by turning on a hot water faucet in the house and allowing it to run for several minutes For Direct Systems this test is very simpl...

Страница 33: ...ng the temperature difference between the supply and return piping Again these tests are best performed during the afternoon of a clear sunny day If the system is to be unused for a long period of tim...

Страница 34: ...e freezing might occur must have a minimum of 1 5 of Rubatex or Armaflex pipe insulation or some other form of pipe insulation that has an R value of 10 7 or greater 6 There must be a cold water shut...

Страница 35: ...ed in this system Warning Water could be discharged at high temperature and or pressure Open This Valve Before Filling Place a hose on or a bucket under this drain valve Open this valve The collector...

Страница 36: ...r Out Cold Water In Cold Water Inlet Hot Water Outlet 1 2B 11 1 Supply Shut Off Valve 2 3 way Ball Valve 3 2 way Ball Valve 4 Tempering Valve 5 Boiler Drain 6 Pressure Relief Valve 7 Conventional Wate...

Страница 37: ...r attempts as determined by the Manufacturer the Manufacturer will provide either a refund for the purchase price or a replacement Product at Manufacturer s option 4 FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY During...

Страница 38: ...R HEATER ALSO ACTS AS BACKUP IF NEEDED GOOD FOR YEAR ROUND OPERATION 1 Supply Shut Off Valve 2 3 way Ball Valve 3 2 way Ball Valve 4 Tempering Valve 5 Boiler Drain 6 Pressure Relief Valve LEGEND A SOL...

Страница 39: ...tie Label must read as follows SEE LABEL B 5 Give homeowner a copy of the Owner s Manual FSEC Certifications Warranty and local phone number of the installing contractor Go over all operations of the...

Страница 40: ...some other means taken to vent the collector to the atmosphere could damage your system and void the warranty 2 Way System for Gas Water Heaters 2 Way System for Electric Water Heaters 8 7 6 5B 5A 4...

Страница 41: ...ar Pre Heat Gas 2 Way System COLD HOT MIX 8 7 6 5B 5A 4 3 2 Hot Water Out Cold Water In Cold Water Inlet Hot Water Outlet 1 From Solar To Solar Closed Solar By Pass Instantaneous Gas 2 Way System 7 6...

Страница 42: ...have at least one spacer block or rafter between bolts Roof Sealant Required between mounting block and shingles sheathing Boltholes shall be sealed to prevent moisture penetration Mounting Blocks Th...

Страница 43: ...er Roof Sealant Required between mounting block to and shingles sheathing Bolt holes shall be sealed to prevent moisture penetration Fill bolthole with sealant prior to inserting bolt Mounting Blocks...

Страница 44: ...will be required on the opposite side of the bolt away from the rafter 3 Two spacer blocks are required when the bolt is more than 2 from the rafter 4 When the mounting clips of adjacent collectors ar...

Страница 45: ...IFY MAXIMUM DIMENSION NOTE 1 The bent portion of the J Bolt shall not be threaded 2 Roof Sealant is required between mounting block and shingles sheathing Boltholes shall be sealed to prevent moisture...

Страница 46: ...ADED THRU BOLT 3 8 MIN CAT 2 X 4 MIN IF RAFTERS ARE 2 X 4 ONE 2 X 8 SHOULD BE USED BETWEEN RAFTERS WITH 4 16D NAILS IN EACH END 2 16D NAILS AT END OF EACH CAT NOTE Cat s must fit tight between rafters...

Страница 47: ...E TANK S ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOX COVER INSULATION SHALL NOT COVER THE ACCESS AREAS TO THE THERMOSTATS ELEMENTS TANK S OUTER SHELL SUPER INSULATION OPTION If a junction box is installed on the outer sh...

Страница 48: ...usually used when the collector is installed flush to a roof as in tile roof installations Sweat a copper 90 short radius L directly onto the inlet and outlet connections of the collector Protect the...

Страница 49: ...aused by a defect in the unit 1 Repairs should be performed in the morning hours before the sun can heat the tank It is best to pick a morning when there is no wind to interfere with the removal of th...

Страница 50: ...ver the leak area with a generous amount of solder 9 Replace the tank by pushing the inlet and outlet connections through the holes in the insulation and out the frame Allow the tank to drop into plac...

Страница 51: ...should follow acceptable carpentry and construction techniques if additional measures are needed If the contractor has any questions or concerns then a structural engineer should be consulted SIDE VIE...

Страница 52: ...ROOF 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT ROOF BEAM 2 X 4 X 48 NOMINAL STRINGER 3 8 X 3 LAG BOLT 3 8 X 3 LAG BOLT FRONT VIEW 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT ROOF ROOF BEAM 3 8 X 3 LAG BOLT 2 X 4 X 48 N...

Страница 53: ...OTHER WIDE RAFTER SPANS 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT ROOF 3 8 X 4 LAG BOLT 4 X 4 PURLIN ROOF BEAM SIMPSON U44 HANGER 48 SIMPSON U44 HANGER 3 8 X 12 LAG BOLT 3 8 X 5 LAG BOLT ROOF BEAM ROOF 4 X 4 PURLIN 3 8 X 12 L...

Страница 54: ...YOUR NOTES 54...

Страница 55: ...water consumption pattern daily weather conditions and variable amounts of available sunlight throughout the year The collector storage tank of the ProgressivTube absorbs solar radiation through its...

Страница 56: ...homeowner is imme diately in a positive cash ow position because the utility savings are far greater than the mortgage SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION GLAZING GASKETS A continuous gasket made of special long l...

Страница 57: ...y PT 50CN 28 700 BTU Day Flow Pattern Series Test Pressure 300 PSI Design Pressure 150 PSI Maximum Design Temperature 350 F Normal Operating Temperature 40 200 F Wind Loading Testing to 180 MPH SPECIF...

Страница 58: ..._______ ROI 1 Call for Your Cost on a Complete Do It Yourself Kit or Installation 2 Based on 72 F incoming water heated to 140 F in Florida with an electric rate of 0 10 per kilowatt plus standby heat...

Страница 59: ...water consumption pattern daily weather conditions and variable amounts of available sunlight throughout the year The collector storage tank of the ProgressivTube absorbs solar radiation through its s...

Страница 60: ...in a positive cash flow position because the utility savings are far greater than the mortgage payment increment for the solar water heater SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION GLAZING GASKETS A continuous gasket m...

Страница 61: ...400 BTU Day 8 33 kWh PT 50CN 28 700 BTU Day 8 42 kWh Flow Pattern Series Test Pressure 300 PSI Design Pressure 150 PSI Maximum Design Temperature 350 F Normal Operating Temperature 40 200 F Wind Loadi...

Страница 62: ...OI 1 Call for Your Cost on a Complete Do It Yourself Kit or Installation 2 Based on 72 F incoming water heated to 140 F in Florida with an electric rate of 0 10 per kilowatt plus standby heat loss fro...

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