Summary of Contents for FAFCO Connected Tube CT
- Page 1 S o l a r P o o l H e a t i n g S y s t e m s O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L FOR USE WITH SWIMMING POOLS TO HARNESS THE ENERGY OF THE SUN Made in the U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
® Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Your FAFCO Connected Tube CT System What to Expect From Your Connected Tube CT System Theory of Operation System Specifications Typical Connected Tube CT Pool Heating System What Do the Components in My System Do? -
Page 3: Your Fafco Connected Tube Ct System
’s goal has been to design, test, and produce the world’s ® highest performing solar pool heating systems. Your Connected Tube CT system represents the most efficient solar system to date. By diverting pool water to the solar collectors, your pool will be able to harness even more heat naturally than ever before. -
Page 4: System Specifications
*All performance data calculated at STC (Standard Test Conditions) 80 °F, 317 Btu/hr./ft , 1.5 AM, Inlet Water of 70 °F, Wind speed=3 mph Connected Tube CT Collectors have been certified and listed for the following: • SRCC OG-100 #10001954 •... -
Page 5: Typical Connected Tube Ct Pool Heating System
The typical Connected Tube CT solar pool system consists of a combination of FAFCO ® -sourced parts and standard equipment. The above figure and the component list below depicts standard equipment components and shows the proper placement of all components. All FAFCO ® Connected Tube CT pool systems should have the standard equipment listed and shown. -
Page 6: What Do The Components In My System Do
7. Check Valve When the pump shuts off, the Connected Tube CT System will drain. A Check Valve prevents the wa- ter in the collectors from flowing backwards through the Filter and backwashing. -
Page 7: Before Calling Your Service Provider
® Before Calling Your Service Provider If Your Concern Relates To The Heating Of Your Pool: 1. Has your filter been backwashed and are the skimmer and the pump basket clean? 2. Have you been refilling the pool with a lot of cold water lately? 3. -
Page 8: Freeze Protecting Your System
5. Let the system drain completely for a few minutes. 6. Close the solar isolation valves. 7. Ensure the diverter valve is set to bypass the Connected Tube CT System and that the automation equipment is properly decommissioned for winter use. -
Page 9: General Tips For Optimum Performance
® General Tips For Optimum Performance 1. Connected Tube CT collectors should be clear of debris or excessive dust and dirt, remove as needed. 2. Pool covers help your pool retain heat, reduce water loss and chemical usage caused by evap- oration.