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Ball Valve Closed:
Handle Perpendicular
to direction of flow
Figure 14| Closed Isolation Valves
Figure 14 depicts the position of both a Closed PVC Ball Valve Handle
(left) and a Closed 2-way Pool Valve Handle (right) on an Isolated,
Winterized System or a system being serviced.
Pool Maintenance
Solar isolation should be performed during pool mainte-
nance as well. Follow these steps before filter cleaning,
backwashing, or pool vacuuming (see Figure 13 for
component locations):
1. Turn the pump and solar system "OFF" (1 & 2)
2. Close the solar isolation valves (7) (See Figure 14)
3. Proceed with filter cleaning or vacuuming
4. After pool maintenance is complete, run the pump
for a few minutes to clear any debris from pool lines
5. Open the solar isolation valves (7)
6. Turn the solar automation system "ON" (2)
Panel Repairs
NOTE: All Panel repairs are to be expressly performed
with FAFCO
parts, and repair kits in accordance with
®
FAFCO
repair procedures. Attempts to repair leaking
®
Panels outside of these guidelines will void the warranty.
There can be a variety of reasons for Panel leaking but
the solution for repair is generally the same. A tube leak
PHASE IV: Routine Maintenance
Two-Way Valve Closed:
Handle in-line with
direction of flow
Ball Valve Open:
Handle in line with
direction of flow
Figure 15 | Open Isolation Valves
Figure 15 depicts the position of both an Open PVC Ball Valve
Handle (left) and an Open 2-way Pool Valve Handle (right) on a
Summer ready System.
can be repaired if damage is located at least 2" away
from the header. Refer to the product warranty policy
for information regarding other damages.
In order to repair a tube leak, use only a FAFCO
el Repair Kit (PN 161). Refer to the detailed instruc-
tions in the repair kit for a complete repair procedure.
If the Panel develops a leak anywhere along the header
or where the header and Panel body connect, these
leaks are not repairable. In the event that a leak devel-
ops away from the Panel body, the Panel cannot be
repaired and should be replaced. If the Panel is still
under manufacturer's warranty, contact FAFCO
determine replacement eligibility.
IMPORTANT: Attempts to repair Panels by any
other means will void FAFCO
Warranty. All repairs are only to be performed with
FAFCO
parts, and repair kits in accordance with
®
FAFCO
repair procedures. Do not attempt to apply
®
screws, epoxy or any other types of sealant!!
Two-Way Valve Open:
Handle Perpendicular
to direction of flow
Pan-
®
to
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's Manufacturer's
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