Solahart USA Owner's Manual

Solahart USA Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 SOLAR WATER HEATER...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................2 INTRODUCTION ..........................3 YOUR SOLAHART SYSTEM .......................4 Keep Backup Heater use to a Minimum....................5 Use Hot Water during Daylight Hours ....................5 SOLAHART SYSTEM FEATURES ....................6 OPERATION ..........................7 Vacations or Brief Absences ........................7 Deactivating the System.........................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    This manual will help you get the most out of your Solahart system. Please read it carefully when the installation is complete, and review it from time to time to refresh your memory about the service requirements and safety measures.
  • Page 4: Your Solahart System

    Florida Solar Energy Center or the state of Florida. Your Solahart system is one of the most efficient yet simple and trouble free water-heating systems in the world. In addition, it includes the most comprehensive array of safety features in the industry.
  • Page 5: Keep Backup Heater Use To A Minimum

    (glass) and thickly insulated to help maintain the water temperature throughout the day and night. To ensure your hot water supply is never depleted, the Solahart system is equipped with a backup heater or heating element. On the few days a year when there may be insufficient solar energy you are still assured of all the hot water you will need.
  • Page 6: Solahart System Features

    Hot Water Technology Solar Glass The major technical advantage of Solahart is the use of Superior quality Solar Glass is tougher, providing a sealed jacket around the storage cylinder. This allows better performance, protection and appearance.
  • Page 7: Operation

    If you are going to be away from home for an extended period, two weeks or more - you may deactivate the Solahart system so that it does not continue to heat the water tank while hot water is not being used in the house.
  • Page 8: Hydrogen Gas Dispersal

    After a few minutes, any gas will be dissipated and the hazardous condition will be eliminated. ARNING O NOT USE AN ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE OR PERMIT SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES NEAR ANY HOT WATER TOP UNTIL THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN PURGED OF HYDROGEN GAS USA OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 9: Performance Expectation From The System

    -40 ° F. If the outside air temperature is to fall below 32 ° F for more than 4 hours on the Solahart closed circuit models, it is suggested that all potable water plumbing is installed with heat trace and insulated to protect against pipe freezing.
  • Page 10: Hazards And Safety Precautions

    When a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system, such as one having a back- flow preventer in the cold water supply, means shall be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the water supplier or local plumbing inspector for information regarding the control of this situation. USA OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 11: Electrical Shock

    Use extreme care to avoid falling while on a ladder or the roof. If a roof section does not appear to be solid under foot, do not subject it to any added weight until it is adequately reinforced. USA OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE All Solahart models should be serviced at least every five years by a Solahart technician to ensure efficient operation. A Major service is necessary only once every five years in areas where municipal water is used as the cold water supply. Where untested well water is used as the cold water supply, more frequent servicing may be required.
  • Page 13: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Your Solahart system is one of the most reliable solar water heating systems on the market. However, should you experience a problem with its operation the information in this section will help you identify the cause and solution.
  • Page 14: Plumbing Schematic For Sole Source Heater

    Typical for L Model systems System Schematic Tank Collector Collector Roof Level Roof Level Ground Level Ground Level Cold Supply Drain Lines at Ground Level Hot Outlet M = Mixing Valve TP = Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve USA OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 15: Plumbing Schematic For Pre Heater

    M = Mixing Valve TWV 1 = Two Way Valve 1 - Inlet Selector TP = Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve TWV 2 = Two Way Valve 1 - Outlet Selector Pre Heat = Solar Pre Heat Valve USA OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 16: System Parts Identification List

    Collector Nut 3/4” Tee Adaptor Collector Plug 3/4” TP Valve 3/4” Tail Plug 3/4” Check Valve 3/4” Union 3/4” Cold Water Expansion Valve 3/4” Union Nut Jacket Relief Valve (including “O” ring) 18 mm Union Cone Collector Union USA OWNER’S MANUAL...

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