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- Page 1 Installation Manual SB-40G / TZ58/1800-15C SB-80G / TZ58/1800-30C...
- Page 2 4. Put pipe dope on female and male threading then wrap with Teflon tape. The threads on the openings to the Sunbank are such that they require at least 4 wraps of high quality Teflon tape. To prevent leaks you should put pipe dope on the female threads and on the male threads, then wrap Teflon tape over the male threads.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, and International Fire Code. Sunbank accepts no responsibility for the misuse or improper installation of this product. This manual is illustrative not comprehensive. It does not cover personal safety when working on a roof, for example, or go into depth regarding structural, plumbing, or electrical work. -
Page 4: Included Parts
1. Included Parts The basic Sunbank system includes: 1 – 40 or 80 Gallon Tank 1 - Bracket (assembly required) 15 (40G) or 30 (80G) - Evacuated tube solar collectors (including aluminum fin, stainless heat pipe, and cap assembly) 15 or 30 - Plastic tailstocks... -
Page 5: Not Included Parts
The specific hardware necessary is installation and climate specific. This list is illustrative, not comprehensive. The Sunbank can be installed as a pre-heater with a bypass or as a standalone system. The following parts list is for the basic pre-heater setup: 1 –... -
Page 6: Project Overview
1. Before starting an installation, it is necessary to know where you plan to mount the Sunbank and where you plan to interface with the existing plumbing system. Once this is clearly defined, you can purchase the necessary plumbing supplies. -
Page 7: Plumbing Diagram
We are including two plumbing diagrams and a photo of an installed plumbing configuration to help explain how to plumb the Sunbank system. You can also look at our Youtube channel for more details. The Sunbank can be installed as a stand-alone or a pre-heat system. The following diagrams/photo show the pre-heat configuration. - Page 8 Sunbank Quick Start Guide...
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Page 9: Tank Diagram
5. Tank Diagram Sunbank Quick Start Guide... -
Page 10: Bracket Diagram
6. Bracket Diagrams 1) Flush mount for pitched roof (80G is twice as wide) 2) Flat roof and ground mount (80G is twice as wide) Sunbank Quick Start Guide... -
Page 11: Reinforce Roof
Send us an email for structural engineering referrals. 8. Roof Attachments Roof attachments are specific to the type of roofing to which you are attaching the Sunbank and all roof attachments should be approved by a structural engineer for the specific installation. For mounting to most composition shingle roofs, we recommend a flashed L foot design like the Snap-N- Rack Series 100 (pictured below) or a Quickmount QBase. -
Page 12: Insulation
Aluminum jacketing for solar thermal projects can be found here: 6” aluminum flex duct and aluminum stack . We have found that http://www.buyinsulationproductstore.com vent are the products most commonly available at hardware stores and serve a similar function. Sunbank Quick Start Guide... -
Page 13: Filling The Tank
Make certain the drain valve is closed and open the T/P valve on the tank to allow air to escape. Open the solar isolation valves to allow water to fill the Sunbank tank and immediately go to the roof to close the T/P valve once water comes out and the tank is full. -
Page 14: Temp Sensor/Aux Heater
The frequency with which you should change this anode depends on the total dissolved solids (TDS) of your local water supply. If you don’t have a good idea of your local TDS, Sunbank recommends that you check the anode one year after installation and base future checks on the amount of the existing magnesium anode that is left at this point. -
Page 15: Plumbing Labels
14. Plumbing Labels COLD Line HOT from Sunbank If an issue arises, please call your local installer: ____________________________ (phone #) ____________________ Sunbank Quick Start Guide... -
Page 16: Operation & Maintenance
15. Operation & Maintenance Once the Sunbank is installed, the tank filled, and the valves turned according to the diagrams above, your Sunbank is operational. Because your system is now pressurized via municipal or well water pressure, the Sunbank delivers hot water by simply opening your hot water faucets. -
Page 17: Warranty
Nor does it include damage from anything outside of Sunbank’s control, such as an act of nature or Force Majeure. Sunbank will replace defective parts at no charge but will not pay for or provide the labor to replace those parts. -
Page 18: Specification Sheet
Sunbank Quick Start Guide... - Page 19 Sunbank Quick Start Guide...
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