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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Before attempting installation, read these instructions and acquaint
yourself with the component names. Great care has been taken to make
this an easy-to-follow procedure. A little time spent understanding the
system and its parts will assure a successful, trouble-free installation.
CAUTION: SAFETY COMES FIRST
When working on or around your roof or pool, please take care
to avoid hazards such as electrical wires and loose shingles.
©2018 UMA Solar
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Summary of Contents for Universol UniverSol Series
- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL Before attempting installation, read these instructions and acquaint yourself with the component names. Great care has been taken to make this an easy-to-follow procedure. A little time spent understanding the system and its parts will assure a successful, trouble-free installation. CAUTION: SAFETY COMES FIRST When working on or around your roof or pool, please take care to avoid hazards such as electrical wires and loose shingles.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
6. Adding UniverSol Panel to Existing Solar System 7. Connecting UniverSol Panel with Hose Adaptor 8. Mounting Panel with Gator Clamps 9. Connecting UniverSol Panel to Feed & Return Lines 10. Operation & Check-Out Procedures 11. Troubleshooting 12. Repair Procedures... -
Page 3: Introduction
UniverSol Replacement Kit. By following this step-by-step guide, your system will meet the installation standards recommended by the factory. While the manual explains how to install the UniverSol Replacement Kit properly in typical situations, it cannot address all the unique or individual circumstances possible. -
Page 4: Getting Started
CPVC or multi-purpose cement. NOTE: As the installer, you are responsible for exercising good judgment when installing the UniverSol Replacement Kit to protect the long term integrity of the new collector and existing system as well as the mounting surfaces. UniverSol Replacement Kit... -
Page 5: Things To Remember
The recommended rates are: COLLECTOR RECOMMENDED FLOW UniverSol 32 3-4 gallons per minute UniverSol 40 4-5 gallons per minute... -
Page 6: Parts Breakdown
If you have any installation questions, contact your UMA Solar Representative for assistance. As the installing contractor, you are responsible for exercising good judgment when installing the UniverSol Replacement Kit to protect the long term integrity of the new collector and existing system as well as the mounting surfaces. - Page 7 Long Gator Clamp Short Gator Clamp Top Panel Clamp Bottom Panel Clamp UniverSol Collector Gasket Locking Latch 4” Hose Hose Adaptor Fitting End Cap Radiator Hose Clamp Pipe Adaptor Installation Manual...
- Page 8 Existing Solar System CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE COLLECTOR - The existing system will determine which model collector to use. UniverSol manufactures panels in three different sizes, to match a variety of different solar systems. The panels sizes are: COLLECTOR...
- Page 9 Repeat steps 1-7 on all four openings on the collector headers. If the UniverSol collector is replacing an existing collector in the middle of the bank (I.E. not one on the ends) all four openings should have a hose adaptor connected using a plastic panel clamp at this point.
- Page 10 Position the first gator clamp so that the anchor hole is centered directly above a roof truss and beneath the upper header of the UniverSol panel. Metal, tile, and other roof types require different placement of the gator clamps. The UniverSol panel should be located where it will be when connected to the adjacent, existing collectors.
- Page 11 & contraction of the collectors based on temperature at installation. Once all gators are properly lagged to rack or roof surfaces, and all the collectors are hung in place, connect UniverSol panel to adjacent, existing collectors according the steps outlined in Section 7 “Connecting UniverSol Collector with Hose Adaptor”...
- Page 12 The return line will be connected to the top header as previously connected to the existing collector bank. If attaching a feed or return line to a UniverSol panel, attach the (2-1810-005) pipe connector to the panel header using the (2-1810-004) plastic panel clamp as described in the section –...
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Page 13: Operation & Check-Out Procedures
Verify that all pipe runs are properly supported with pipe clamps. That’s all there is to it. You have installed the UniverSol Replacement Kit. If you run into any problems with your installation or have any future problems, call UMA Solar at: 800.79.SOLAR... -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
C. Use the (2-2015-019) on the return line to throttle the flow back to produce more back pressure on the system. UniverSol Replacement Kit... - Page 15 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION SOME OF THE 1. There is not equal flow A. Be sure filter is clean. SOLAR PANELS through all of the panels. Backwash to reduce ARE WARM TO Warm panels indicate low pressure. THE TOUCH WHILE water flow. Pump issue. B.
- Page 16 2° or 3°. Use the back of your hand to feel the water temperature difference at the pool return inlet. UniverSol Replacement Kit...
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Page 17: Repair Procedures
(2) Do not install the collectors during temperatures lower than 35 degrees. If any of the riser tube in the UniverSol collector should become damaged for any reason, it can be repaired using the (2-3020-029) repair tool kit and (2-1120-001) repair plugs. - Page 18 UniverSol Replacement Kit Installation Manual. This warranty is not valid for and does not apply to components not manufactured by MeE or to Collectors that have been dismantled and reinstalled.
- Page 19 Product Registration Thank you for your recent UniverSol Replacement Kit purchase. We encourage you to register your product online at: www.umasolar.com/resources/warranties Once completed by you or your dealer, an email confirmation will be sent to the email provided. If you choose to mail-in your product registration, please complete the form below.