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Meander AL GRD MDR
Installation, maintenance & use instructions

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  • Page 1 Technical Manual Solar collectors Meander AL GRD MDR Installation, maintenance & use instructions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR CONTENTS APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR  GENERAL INFORMATION ............................4  DOMESTIC HOT WATER CONSUMPTION......................4  SOLAR WATER HEATER OPERATION - WATER HEATING ................. 4  COLLECTOR SPECIFICATIONS ..........................5  PACKAGING ................................6 ...
  • Page 4: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION In the present manual you will find all necessary instructions with regard to the installation, operation and maintenance of the product. The company is active in the Solar Energy with high-tech equipment, ultra-modern facilities and certified products of high quality. Our experience and know-how support our co operations, before and after sales, both in Europe and internationally.
  • Page 5: Collector Specifications

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR COLLECTORS SPECIFICATIONS APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR External one piece aluminium trough of high aesthetics, shaped by deep drawing method in 400 tn capacity press, made of naval aluminium alloy, rich in magnesium. Robust construction for perfect tightness.
  • Page 6: Packaging

    Normal absorber design with louvers Air turbulence increases heat loss Complete area technology The uniform area prevents heat loss FLAT SURFACE INCLINED SURFACE SUPPORT BASE One type of supporting base system, electrostatically painted, made of 2.5mm thick galvanised steel, with stainless steel screws and nuts for installation on flat inclined surfaces...
  • Page 7: Labeling

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR LABELING APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR The collectors are identified by one sticker. On this sticker all the details of the collector are written. The information provided on the sticker is important for the future identification of the product.
  • Page 8: Maximum Operating Pressure, Pressure Drop, Maximum And Minimum Angle

    MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE, PRESSURE DROP, MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM ANGLE The maximum operating pressure - taking into account the increase in pressure due to the water’s expansion - must not exceed 400 kPa. The ideal water flow in a central system is 40 lt/m h to 70 lt/m h and the pressure drop per meter of installed pipe (supply and return to the collectors) is 30mm of water.
  • Page 9: General Installation Rules

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR GENERAL INSTALLATION RULES APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR ATTENTION: Installation must be in compliance with local & national rules concerning water and electrical installations (plumbing, electricity, hygiene, urban and others). The solar system’s packaging must be removed at the site of installation in order to protect the device from shocks during its transportation, making sure that the collectors are not supported on their pipe joints.
  • Page 10: Installation Position

    Piping: the routing of the piping and cabling must be agreed upon between the installer and the client, so as to ensure the proper installation of the solar system in compliance with local rules concerning water and electrical installations. Make sure that the tubes connecting the storage tank with the collector and the piping to/from the water heater are insulated in such a way that they can withstand temperatures covering the range of: -30°C to 120°C.
  • Page 11: General Prevention Measures

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR GENERAL PREVENTION MEASURES APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR Please respect the instructions related to accidents prevention and the safety rules during the installation of the solar thermal systems as well as the piping. Please keep the work place clear and free of objects obstructing the execution of works.
  • Page 12: Support Base Parts

    SUPPORT BASE PARTS For 2.0m collectors For 4.0m collector (2 x 2.0m Solar Collectors - APOLLON...
  • Page 13: Support Base Assembly On A Flat Surface

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR SUPPORT BASE ASSEMBLY ON A FLAT SURFACE APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR Screw parts 1 to part 2, using the M8 screws and nuts included in the packaging. Screw vertical part 3 to the above parts Screw diagonal part 4 to the above parts and tighten all screws.
  • Page 14 In case of two collectors, first place the left one at the bottom part 5, lifting the upper part 5. Place the screws and the collector’s fixing washers (4 for each collector) without tightening them. Place mechanically tightened Ø22 unions at the edges of the collector. Join the second collector tightening the unions*.
  • Page 15: Support Base Assembly On An Inclined Surface

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR SUPPORT BASE ASSEMBLY ΟΝ ΑΝ INCLINED SURFACE APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR ATTENTION! After the installation check that the collectors surface has a tilt angle to the horizontal position of geographical latitude ±5°. Screw part 1 to part 2, using the M8 screws and nuts included in the packaging. Repeat for the second pair.
  • Page 16 In case of two collectors, first place the left one at the bottom part 5, lifting the upper part 5. Place the screws and the collector’s fixing washers (4 for each collector) without tightening them. Place mechanically tightened Ø22 unions at the edges of the collector. 60mm Join the second collector and tighten the unions*.
  • Page 17: Post Installation Instructions

    Apollon Μeander AL GRD MDR POST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS APOLLON MEANDER AL GRD MDR Before using the system make a final check. Open all the valves and check for any kind of leakage. Repeat the inspection after 30 minutes. Check if the system is filled with water and antifreeze fluid according to the company’s instructions.
  • Page 18: Check List

    CHECK LIST INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLER After the installation is complete, the installer, with the help of the check list below has to check all of the points which are noted and mark in the relevant column with a √. LIST CHECK COLLECTORS AND EXTERNAL PIPING...
  • Page 20 SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEMS INDUSTRY 48 Vitosha Blvd., Elin Pelin 2100 - Sofia Region, Bulgaria Tel.: +359 2 4210232 email: info@nobel.bg www.nobel.bg The company preserves the right to change all specifications of the products and their accessories without prior notice...

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