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SOLAR
INSTALLATION • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE
The Solar Water Heater has been sold as a component part. It
has been factory equipped with a booster element, and
thermostat with high limit.
The solar water heater is designed to store potable water within
the limits listed on the rating plate and to supply domestic hot
water up to the element's heating capability.
This manual contains basic instructions for the installation,
operation and maintenance of the solar water heater only. Read
it carefully before using the solar tank, then keep it handy for
quick reference.
If the tank leaks or the element fails to operate, all technical and
warranty questions should be directed to the local dealer from
whom the solar water heater was purchased. If you are
unsuccessful, please write to the company listed on the warranty
sheet which came with the solar water heater.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual. For assistance or additional information consult
a qualified installer, service agency or the local utility.
RATING PLATE
A rating plate identifying the solar water heater will be found
above the drain valve. When referring to the solar water heater,
always have the information listed on the rating plate readily
available.
Fill in that information here:
MODEL NO. _______________________________________
SERIAL NO. _______________________________________
INSTALLATION DATE: ________________________________
THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS SOLAR WATER HEATER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE DUE TO FAILURE TO FOLLOW
PRINTED 0310
WATER HEATER
WARNING
Month
Day
Year
THESE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
INSULATING JACKETS:
When installing an external insulation jacket on the solar
water heater:
• DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.
• DO NOT cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the
side of the water heater or nearby for future reference.
• DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from
the manufacturer for placement on the blanket directly
over the existing labels.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire,
serious personal injury or death.
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Page 1: Instruction Manual
SOLAR INSTALLATION • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE The Solar Water Heater has been sold as a component part. It has been factory equipped with a booster element, and thermostat with high limit. The solar water heater is designed to store potable water within the limits listed on the rating plate and to supply domestic hot water up to the element’s heating capability. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TYPICAL INSTALLATION ... 2 INSTALLATION ... 3-5 Local Codes ... 3 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ... 3 Closed System ... 3 Locating the Solar Water Heater ... 3-4 Water Piping ... 4-5 Filling the Solar Water Heater ... 5 Wiring of Elements ... 5 Thermostat ... -
Page 3: Installation
WARNING Never operate the electrical heating element without being certain the solar water heater is completely filled with water. If any air is left in the top of the tank, the heating element will burn out. LOCAL CODES The installation of solar water heater must be in accordance with these instructions and all applicable local codes and electric utility requirements. -
Page 4: Water Piping
damage to the area adjoining the water heater or to lower floors of the structure. When such locations can’t be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Such a pan should be no greater than 1 1/2 inches deep, have a minimum length and width of at least two inches greater than the heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain. -
Page 5: Filling The Solar Water Heater
WARNING INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The solar water heater must be located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle. FILLING THE SOLAR WATER HEATER WITH WATER 1. Close the solar water heater drain valve. The drain valve is on the lower front of the solar water heater. -
Page 6: Operation
TEMPERATURE REGULATION WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Solar water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can cause scalds resulting in serious personal injury and/or death. -
Page 7: Maintenance
A non-adjustable high temperature limit control operates before steam temperatures are reached. The high limit is in the same area as the upper thermostat and must be reset manually when it operates. BECAUSE THE HIGH LIMIT OPERATES ONLY DRAINING If the solar water heater is to be shut off and exposed to freezing temperatures, it must be drained. -
Page 8: Anode
WATER HEATER SOUNDS 1. The solar water heater is equipped with an immersion heating element for fastest recovery. If the solar water heater occasionally makes noises this is not a defect or a REPAIR PARTS SCHEDULE ORDERING REPAIR PARTS The following parts may be ordered through the store you purchased the solar water heater from, or direct from the factory listed on the model &...