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MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
If a temperature limiting device, water filter or a water softener are installed, their operation should be checked
at this time. These checks are not covered within the major service. Components, devices and valves which
are not part of the water heater, such as a temperature limiting device, pipe insulation, water filter and water
softener are not covered by the Solahart warranty.
COLLECTOR GLASS
Ensure the glass on your solar collectors is free of dust, salt spray or any other matter which may reduce the
effectiveness of the solar collectors. Rainfall should keep the collector adequately clean. It is recommended
the collector glass be washed clean at least every three months should adequate rain not have fallen in this
period.
Collector glass can be hosed down or if the solar collectors are accessible such as on a trafficable roof, wash
the collector glass with water and a soft brush when the solar collectors are cool, such as early in the morning.
In extremely dusty areas, such as mining towns and locations adjacent to dust forming plants, extra attention
may need to be given to keeping the collector glass clean.
Have any trees trimmed which may shade the solar collectors.
Rheem solar collectors have passed the AS/NZS 2712 requirements for resistance to hailstone damage, so it
is not normally necessary to fit a guard to a collector. Stone Guards are available to provide a level of protection
to the collectors against vandalism or accidental damage. Contact Rheem or your local Rheem Solar Water
Heater Distributor for details.
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