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Installation (continued)
2) Roll out solar collector
Lay the box containing the solar system near the selected installation location. Ensure
there are no rocks or other sharp objects lying on the ground that could puncture the
solar collector. Remove the contents and verify quantities using list shown in the over-
view.
Position the rolled up solar collector so that they will unroll into the area you have cho-
sen. Remove and discard the plastic end caps used for shipping. Cut the solar col-
lector strap with scissors. Be careful so you don't damage the solar collector. Gently
unroll the solar collector. Place a smooth object of no more than 15 pounds on each
end of the solar collector to hold them flat. After 30 minutes or so in the sun the panels
will stay flat.
3) Strap down the solar collector
Lay the mounting straps evenly spaced across the solar collector. The outside mount-
ing straps should be roughly 6 inches away from solar collector ends. Place mounting
bases under mounting straps, a couple inches away from both sides of the solar collec-
tor.
For ground installations, anchor the mounting bases to the ground using ground spikes
(not provided). For roof or ground rack installations, align straps with rafter locations in
order to anchor mounting bases to rafters. Locate rafters by looking under roof eves
or by finding rafter nails on fascia boards. Lift mounting strap away and drive 1/4" x 2"
outdoor screws with roof sealant into mounting bases. Thread on mounting caps.
4) Connect to pool and start-up
Flexible Pool Hose
a.The solar collector ends are 1-1/2" hose size. If your pool uses a different hose size,
purchase appropriate reducers from a pool supply store.
b.Turn on your pool pump and record the pressure shown on the pressure gauge on the
pool filter. Turn off your pool pump and block the inlet and outlet of your pool using the
plugs supplied by your pool manufacturer or a suitable alternative.
c. Disconnect the hose at the pool filter outlet.
d. Use a new or existing 1-1/2" flexible hose to connect the pool filter outlet to the solar
collector. The solar collector inlet is at the bottom of solar collector, unless laid flat in
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