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The instruction to installers for a
Satchwell HOTFLO cistern type thermo-siphon system
As local manufacturer, we would like to thank you for choosing our Product! We hope that it
gives you many years of hot water.
IMPORTANT:
Please take time to read this instruction manual to ensure that the installation is according to SABS safety
standards and to achieve optimal efficiency.
Failure to observe safety practices may result in scalding / burning, electrical shock, falling, which can cause
injury or death. Hot water carries a burning risk; please take care when utilizing hot water from this appliance,
installing and or maintaining it, as discussed later.
It is also important to peruse the terms and conditionsthe Warrantee document at the end of the manual
INSTALLER
Don't deviate and follow the instructions described in the manual carefully. There are many tips to help you as an
installer to install the product in accordance with the relevant SABS standards and to help ensure that the
product operates at maximum ability.
OWNER
As an owner it is equally as important to read the manual and become familiar with the operation of your new
geyser. Please ensure that your installer fills in the details on the cover of this booklet. Please contact the installer
if there are any problems in the future.
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- Page 1 The instruction to installers for a Satchwell HOTFLO cistern type thermo-siphon system As local manufacturer, we would like to thank you for choosing our Product! We hope that it gives you many years of hot water. IMPORTANT: Please take time to read this instruction manual to ensure that the installation is according to SABS safety standards and to achieve optimal efficiency.
- Page 2 The Satchwell HOTFLO cistern type thermo-siphon solar system 1. SYSTEM INFORMATION / SYSTEM OVERVIEW The function of this Solar Water Heater (SWH) is to use the energy from the sun to heat water. The heating of the water is achieved via the Flat Plate Collector. The Flat Plate Collector is filled with water which is heated during the daylight hours and this hot water is stored in the main tank.
- Page 3 1. The Tank is a 100 liter vented cistern type and the system is classified as a split direct thermosiphon type and is only to be used in coastal areas where no freezing is likely to occur 2. The flat plate must also not be used in water conditions where the dissolved solids / minerals are more than 1000ppm (“hard water areas”) that can cause blockage in the panel (because of scale).
- Page 4 19. All external pipe work must be copper or stainless steel, including cold water feeds to cisterns or header tanks. 20. No plastic pipe to or from the system is allowed on the system, unless it is inside the building. 21.
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Page 5: Section 1: Parts List - Main Frame
Section 1: Parts List – Main Frame: A1:2x 1065mm – Main Frame Top Vertical Legs (Mirror) 2x 1065mm – Main Frame Bottom Vertical Legs (Mirror) 1x 1000mm – Main Frame Horizontal Arm Bottom&B2 2x 1000mm – Main Frame Horizontal Arm Top / Middle (Mirror) C:2x Cradle x2 (Mirror)D1: 2x 120mm –... -
Page 6: Section 2: Assembly - Main Frame
Section 2: Assembly – Main Frame: NB: Assess the angle of the roof & determine which of the below assemblies will be suitable. Step 1: Start by laying out the components: • A to D of the main frame, and •... -
Page 7: Section 3: Assembly - Rear Support Leg
Section 3: Assembly – Rear Support leg: Step 6: Step 7: Assemble load spreading horizontal legs (H onto G mirror assembly - using the M6 x 16mm bolts, nuts and washers - bolt outside, washer and nut inside. Only finger tighten the bolts, nuts and washers. -
Page 8: Section 4: Adjusting The Angle Of The Stand For Different Roof Pitches
Section 4: Adjusting the angle of the stand for different roof pitches: NB: Check that the geyser tank is horizontal when fixing stand to roof. To prevent an airlock, it is advised that the cistern tank side of the geyser is slightly raised (5- 15mm). Angle of the stand can be changedby adjusting the arm (indicated left): Figure 1: below: a 5°... - Page 9 6.3 (b)INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE AND CORRECT OPERATION OF COMPLETE SYSTEM Once the Safety Precaution list below ((6.3 (d)) has been checked proceed with the following steps: 1. Connect the closed-loop connections between the collector and the geyser according to the installation schematic.
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Page 10: Safety Precautions
6.3 (d) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Installation Requirements For Cistern Type Hot Water System: • Factory labels and markings may not be altered or rendered unreadable. • All safety regulations apply when installing a system and all installations are to be done in accordance with the Occupational Health &... - Page 11 3. System:A second sticker that incorporates the information in the table below must be fixed to the tank near to the solar outlet. Trade name Satchwell Solar Supplies Model/System Number SSS 110L VNE Tank name & model Hotflo 100L Plastic Type Collector Name & Model Satchwell STC 1.5 Freeze Resistant Status: NOT Freeze Resistant Energy Rating:...
- Page 12 20L/min at 2 bar main pressure 6.3 (f)INCLINATION ANGLE (RANGE OF ANGELS) AT WHICH SYSTEM SHALL BE INSTALLED: Type of installation on different roofs (using a Satchwell Stand & Cradle designed according to SANS 1307 of 2012): o Pitched roof houses (roof pitch around 37°): No back legs required. Only cradle and frame connected to the trusses as described above, according to SANS specifications.
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Page 13: Limited Product Warranty
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Satchwell Controls, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd (“Supplier”), hereby provides the following product warranty in relation to its Satchwell 100L Cistern Type Water Storage Unit and Solar Plate (“the Product”). 1. LIMITED FIVE (5) YEAR WARRANTY Subject to the limitations and exceptions set out herein, the Supplier hereby represents and warrants to purchasers of the Product (“the Buyer”) that the Product shall be free from material defects for a period of... - Page 14 5.1 Any claims brought by the Buyer in relation to the Limited Warranty must be reported to the Supplier in writing in the prescribed format within seven (7) days of manifesting itself. 5.2 The notice in clause 5.1 must be sent to: Satchwell Controls Private Bag X 6002 SUIDER PAARL, 7620 Telephone: 021 –...
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Page 15: Choice Of Law
5.3 The notice in clause 5.1 must include: • the Buyer’s name, address, contact details; • location of the installed Products; • proof of Product purchase; • brief description of the defect(s). 5.4 The Buyer shall authorise the return of the defective Product or components thereof for replacement or repair, or arrange at the Supplier’s sole discretion the inspection of the defective Product at place of installation. - Page 17 Satchwell Solar Supplies Contactor Road Private Bag X6002 Suider-Paarl 7624 Telephone: 021 – 863 2035 Facsimile: 021 – 863 0235 E-mail: ac.warranty@actom.co.za Website: www.satchwell.co.za SANS 1307...