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Buderus SKS 4.0 Series Installation Instructions Manual

Buderus SKS 4.0 Series Installation Instructions Manual

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SKS 4.0 Series Flat Collector
IN ROOF MOUNTING
SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEMS
63043975.00-1.SD
63043975.00-1.SD
Solar Collector
For heating engineers
Please read carefully prior
to commissioning and
maintenance

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  • Page 1 Installation instructions Solar Collector 63043975.00-1.SD 63043975.00-1.SD SKS 4.0 Series Flat Collector For heating engineers IN ROOF MOUNTING Please read carefully prior to commissioning and SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEMS maintenance...
  • Page 2 — Hand these installation instructions to the customer. — Explain to the customer the function and operation of the related devices. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting -We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......42 SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 4: General Information

    BS 6795: Latest version ask your local electrical contractor to check the inclusion of the solar thermal system into the lightning protection system. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Net weight, portrait version 46 kg Net weight, landscape version 47 kg Permissible operating pressure 10 bar of the collector Tab. 2 Specifications SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 6: Safety

    The installation set is suitable for a max. standard wind or snow load of 3,8 kN/m² and an installation height of max. 20 m. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 7: Notes Structure

    After completing the installation, always check the secure positioning of the installed set and that of the collectors. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 8: Before Installation

    USER NOTE Remove broken tiles, shingles or plates in the area of the collectors and replace them. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 9: Component Description

    Screw 6 × 40 with washer × Item 17: Single-sided clamp × Item 18: Underlay plate, right × Item 19: Pan tile overlay SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 10 Item 1: Corrugated pipe connector × Item 2: Pipe clip 63043966.04-1.SD 63043966.04-1.SD Fig. 4 Two corner protectors with one connection set SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 11: Other Equipment

    Do not store collectors outside without pro- tection from the rain. 63043965.06-1.SD 63043965.06-1.SD Fig. 5 Plastic caps on collector connections SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 12: Technical Documentation

    DHW Cylinder: instructions enclosed with the Item 4: DHW cylinder. 6720613577.00-1.SD 6720613577.00-1.SD Fig. 6 Solar thermal system components and technical documentation SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 13: Determining Space Required On Roof

    Space requirement for portrait installed collectors Tab. 4 Space requirement for landscape installed collectors (incl. facing collectors all around) (incl. facing collectors all around) SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 14: Roof Preparations

    Take appropriate action to prevent ac- cidents when working on roofs. Always wear personal protective clo- thing and safety equipment. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 15: Determining The Initial Installation Positions

    Height of collector array, incl. facing collector (dim. B) > 80 mm > 80 mm 63043975.02-1.SD 63043975.02-1.SD Fig. 8 Determining the exact position of the collector array SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 16: Fitting Additional Roof Battens

    Length of additional roof battens (here: first lower roof batten with anti-slip protection) Item 1: Clip Item 2: Additional roof battens Item 3: Joining the additional roof battens SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 17 When fitting the roof battens, make sure they are level (use spirit level). 63043975.35-1.SD 63043975.35-1.SD Fig. 12 Levelling the joists SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 18 Fig. 14 Distances between additional roof battens when installing one row (measurements in mm, values in brackets = landscape version) SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 19 Fig. 15 Distances between additional roof battens when installing more than one row (measurements in mm, values in brackets = landscape version) SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 20: Collector Installation

    Use lifting equipment as used by roofing contractors or sufficient suction handles for the installation. USER NOTE Unsecured collectors may fall during handling and installation. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 21: Preparing To Install The Collectors

    If more than10 ollectors are required then a further AGS pump station is required. 63043966.08-1.SD 63043966.08-1.SD Fig. 19 Two-way pipework connections SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 22 (Fig. 21, Item 1) incl. the corner connector (Fig. 21, Item 3). The sealing tape slowly swells after installation. 63043973.02-1.SD 63043973.02-1.SD Fig. 21 Back of the collector SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 23: Fastening The Collectors

    Do not tighten the screw until the second collector has been pushed up against the double-sided clamp. 63043975.07-1.SD 63043975.07-1.SD Fig. 24 Double-sided clamp on the first collector SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 24 (Fig. 26, Item 1). 63043966.16-1.SD 63043966.16-1.SD Fig. 26 Corrugated pipe connector secured with brackets SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 25 Fasten collectors as with the lower row. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 26: Collector Sensor Connection

    You must first remove the nut in the sensor bush using the cable gland (Fig. 31, Item 2). SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 27: Header Connection

    Perform the same procedure with the return connection. 63043973.06-1.SD 63043973.06-1.SD Fig. 33 Fitting flow line (with no vent on roof) SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 28: Venting Through Air Vent (Accessory) On Roof

    However with in-roof collectors the airvent must be fitted under the roof. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 29 Item 1: Double threaded fitting with O-ring Item 2: Air pot Item 3: Connection pipe Item 4: De-airing tile Item 5: Bracket SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 30: Fitting The Connection Set For Two Rows (Accessory)

    63043973.09-1.SD 63043973.09-1.SD (Fig. 39, Item 4) from the connection kit. Fig. 39 Connection set between two collector rows SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 31: Installing The Facing Collectorcollectors

    Item 1), but in the middle of a collector. 63043975.09-1.SD 63043975.09-1.SD Fig. 40 Facing collectors fitted all round the edges SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 32: Lower Facing Collectors

    (arrow). 63043975.38-1.SD 63043975.38-1.SD Fig. 43 Positioning the middle facing collectorcollectors for portrait collectors SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 33 Carefully adjust flashing in the area in front of the roof tile contour (Fig. 46, Item 2). 63043975.11-1.SD 63043975.11-1.SD Fig. 46 Fastening the lower collectors SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 34: Side Facing Collectors

    Item 2) by hand, beginning at the bottom. The profile is clamped to the collector frame. 63043975.16-1.SD 63043975.16-1.SD Fig. 49 Middle cover strip SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 35: Middle Facing Collector (When More Than One Row Is Being Installed)

    63043975.33-1.SD 63043975.33-1.SD Press the upper facing collector down onto the lower Fig. 52 Laying middle-left facing collector in place one. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 36: Side Facing Collectors On The Upper Row (If Installing More Than One Row)

    (Fig. 54, Item 3). 63043975.15-1.SD 63043975.15-1.SD Fig. 55 Upper left facing collector SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 37 Fasten clip with nail provided. 63043975.36-1.SD 63043975.36-1.SD Fig. 58 Fastening upper facing collectors with clips SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 38: Covering The Roof

    Item 2: Cut pan tile Item 3: Upper facing collector Cut pan tiles to dim. X (Table 5, page 15) and lay. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 39: Final Activities

    11.2 Insulating the connection and header pipes Insulation of header pipes — For the insulation of internal pipework, use only high temperature resistant insulating materials. SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.

  • Page 40: Quick Reference Guide For Two Collectors

    Fit pan tile overlay and cut pan tiles to size. p. 38 63043975.45-1.SD 63043975.45-1.SD Fig. 62 Fastening and covering two collectors SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 41 Notes SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 42 Notes SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 43 Notes SKS 4.0 Series - In roof mounting - We reserve the right to make any changes due to technical modifications.
  • Page 44 Buderus Cotswold Way, Warndon, Worcester WR4 9SW Customer service: 0870 421 5933 Technical support: 0870 421 5944 Fax: 01905 753130 www.buderus.co.uk In the UK and IE, Buderus is a brand name of Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd.

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