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Rheem Premier Hiline Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Rheem Premier Hiline Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Premier Hiline
Solar Water Heater
WARNING: Plumber – Be Aware
Use copper pipe ONLY. Plastic pipe MUST NOT be used.
It is a requirement of a solar water heater installation that all pipe work be in copper
and not plastic, due to the effects of high water temperatures.
This water heater must be installed and serviced by a qualified person.
Please leave this guide with the householder or responsible officer.

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Owner’s Guide Installation Instructions Premier Hiline Solar Water Heater WARNING: Plumber – Be Aware Use copper pipe ONLY. Plastic pipe MUST NOT be used. It is a requirement of a solar water heater installation that all pipe work be in copper and not plastic, due to the effects of high water temperatures.
  • Page 2 There must be a continuous fall of a minimum 10° in the pipe work from the solar Premier Hiline storage tank to the solar collectors. The highest point of the solar cold pipe and solar hot pipe must be where they connect to the solar Premier Hiline storage tank, otherwise thermosiphoning will not occur.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS HOUSEHOLDER – We recommend you read pages 4 to 17. The other pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest. About Your Water Heater ......................4 Regular Care ..........................11 Water Supplies........................... 13 Save A Service Call ........................15 Installation ..........................

  • Page 4: About Your Water Heater

    SOLAR OPERATION The Rheem solar Premier Hiline system has its stainless steel solar storage tank installed on the roof directly coupled to the solar collectors. This water heater is an indirect closed circuit solar hot water system with a heat exchanger in the solar storage tank.
  • Page 5 Refer to “Booster Control” on page 7. Rheem recommends the thermostat is set at 60°C to maximise solar contribution. Note: AS 3498 requires that a water heater provides the means to inhibit the growth of Legionella bacteria in potable water.
  • Page 6 If the electrical conduit to the solar storage tank is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for an inspection.
  • Page 7 AS 3498. The amount of water heated by the raised booster heating unit of the solar Premier Hiline storage tank will be 150 litres (300 litre model), or 90 litres (180 litre model).
  • Page 8 PIPE WORK AND INSULATION The solar hot and solar cold pipe work between the solar Premier Hiline storage tank and the solar collectors are supplied in the pipe kit. The supplied copper solar hot and solar cold pipes MUST BE used.
  • Page 9 If lower temperatures are anticipated, a greater concentration of closed circuit fluid will be required. The system has NO WARRANTY for freeze damage if non Rheem approved closed circuit fluid has been used or if the closed circuit fluid has been incorrectly mixed (refer to “Terms of the Rheem Warranty”...
  • Page 10 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER HOW DO I KNOW IF THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY? Installation requirements are shown on pages 27, 43 44. The water heater must be installed: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and in compliance with Standards AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.

  • Page 11: Regular Care

    Note: The five year service and routine replacement of any components, such as the anode and relief valves, are not included in the Rheem warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts should be used on this water heater.
  • Page 12 If water does not flow freely from the drain line when the lever is lifted, then the water heater must be checked. Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for an inspection. The temperature pressure relief valve should be replaced at intervals not exceeding 5 years, or more frequently in areas where there is a high incidence of water deposits (refer to “Water Supplies”...

  • Page 13: Water Supplies

    Where the pH is less than 6.0 the Rheem warranty does not apply to a stainless steel cylinder and its heat exchanger in a Premier Hiline water heater. Water with a pH less than 6.0 may be treated to raise the pH.
  • Page 14 Where the saturation index exceeds +0.40, the water is very scaling. An expansion control valve must be fitted on the cold water line after the non-return valve to protect and for the Rheem warranty to apply to the temperature pressure relief valve and water heater cylinder.

  • Page 15: Save A Service Call

    Warning: Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Water heater size Do you have the correct size water heater for your requirements? The sizing guides in the sales literature and on the Rheem website (www.rheem.com.au) suggest average sizes that may be needed.
  • Page 16 If this occurs when the water heater is being boosted by the electric booster heating unit, then the water heater must be switched off at the isolating switch or switchboard. Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for an inspection.
  • Page 17 Domestic / Continuous or Time of Use, Extended Off-Peak (overnight and day) or extended time controlled, or Off-Peak (overnight) or time controlled. IF YOU HAVE CHECKED ALL THE FOREGOING AND STILL BELIEVE YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, PHONE RHEEM SERVICE OR THEIR NEAREST ACCREDITED SERVICE AGENT.

  • Page 18: Installation

    The system is suitable for installation in areas subject to frost or freeze conditions. Freeze conditions occur below 6°C. The system has NO WARRANTY for freeze damage if non Rheem approved closed circuit fluid has been used or if the closed circuit fluid has been incorrectly mixed (refer to “Terms of the Rheem...
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STANDARDS The water heater must be installed: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and in compliance with Standards AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must also conform with Clause G12 of the New Zealand Building Code. Victorian Installers Notice to Victorian Installers from the Victorian Plumbing Industry Commission if this solar water heater is installed in a new Class 1 dwelling in the State of Victoria.
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION SOLAR WATER HEATER STORAGE TANK LOCATION The solar storage tank is designed to be installed on the roof directly coupled to the solar collectors. The solar water heater should be installed close to the most frequently used outlet and its position chosen with safety and service in mind.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION RAIN WATER TANK If the solar collectors and solar pipe work are to be installed on a section of roof which is part of a rain water runoff collection system, then it is recommended this section of roof and its gutter be isolated from the rain water collection system.
  • Page 22 In addition, a temperature limiting device capable of receiving a hot water supply temperature of up to 99°C should be used in conjunction with a Rheem Premier Hiline thermosiphon closed circuit system. Refer to the specifications of the temperature limiting device.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION CIRCULATED HOT WATER FLOW AND RETURN SYSTEM A solar water heater should not be installed as part of a circulated hot water flow and return system in a building. The benefits of solar gain will be significantly reduced and energy gained from the sun lost through the pipe work.
  • Page 24 Note: If the cylinder is damaged as a result of attaching pipe clips or saddles to the jacket, any resultant faults will not be covered by the Rheem warranty. BOOSTER HEATING UNIT The booster heating unit provides hot water during periods of low solar gain.
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA 180 Litre RHEEM PREMIER HILINE 52H180 WITH S200 SOLAR COLLECTOR RHEEM PREMIER HILINE 52H180 WITH S200 SOLAR COLLECTOR 300 Litre Tank Solar Storage Tank (kg) Solar Collectors (kg) Pipe Kit (kg) System (kg) Model Capacity...

  • Page 26: Typical Installation

    INSTALLATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION – SOLAR PREMIER HILINE 180 TYPICAL INSTALLATION RHEEM PREMIER HILINE 52H180...
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION – SOLAR PREMIER HILINE 300 TYPICAL INSTALLATION RHEEM PREMIER HILINE 52H300...

  • Page 28: Installation - Solar Collectors

    Refer to your local Solar Distributor for details. For a solar Premier Hiline installation on a roof with a pitch less than 10°, a Fixed Pitch frame and a tank frame mounting kit are required. Refer to your local Solar Distributor for details.
  • Page 29 Refer to your local Solar Distributor for details. The Rheem warranty DOES NOT cover breakage of solar collector glass. Check your insurance policy covers collector glass breakage. Warning: No attempt should be made to remove or replace broken collector glass.
  • Page 30 There must be a continuous fall of a minimum 10° in the pipe work from the solar Premier Hiline storage tank to the solar collectors. The highest point of the solar cold pipe and solar hot pipe must be where they connect to the solar Premier Hiline storage tank, otherwise thermosiphoning will not occur.

  • Page 31: System Assembly

    SYSTEM ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS AND KIT CONTENTS The solar Premier Hiline water heater is supplied with a pipe kit, which contains the components required to assemble the solar storage tank and solar collectors together. The premier Hiline pipe kits are suitable for:...
  • Page 32 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Numbers in parentheses refer to items in the diagram on page 35 (300 litre tank two solar collector installation). DO NOT MODIFY THESE PARTS IN ANY WAY. Note: Use thread sealing tape or an approved thread sealant on all fittings. Water Heater Location: Select a suitable position for the solar water heater.
  • Page 33 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Solar Stand – Across Pitch or Against Pitch: Determine the location of the Flat Roof stand and the Across Pitch or Against Pitch stand. Assemble and fix the stands to the roof, following the instructions provided with the stands. Ensure the collector rail is at the correct angle from the horizontal to achieve the required rise across the solar collectors.
  • Page 34 SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Pressure Relief Valve: Fit the 200 kPa pressure relief valve (16) to the top connection on the right hand side of the solar storage tank using the retaining clip (20) provided. Refer to Detail B on page 36 for details.

  • Page 35: Connection Details

    CONNECTION DETAILS TYPICAL INSTALLATION – 52H180 AND 52H300 WITH ONE OR TWO COLLECTORS Supplied In Pipe Accessory Kit Collector hot pipe Pressure Limiting Valve 500kpa ** HT55 TPR valve 850 kPa Boiler union 15C x 15MI M33 brass T hot outlet Retaining clip Collector gland nut (transported behind the electrical cover)
  • Page 36 CONNECTION DETAILS Detail A – Collector Filling Bung Assembly RETAINING CLIP PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE 200 KPA Detail B – Pressure Relief Valve Assembly Detail C – Collector Connector Assembly...

  • Page 37: Connections - Plumbing

    CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING All plumbing work must be carried out by a qualified person and in accordance with the requirements of the Standard AS/NZS 3500.4, and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must conform with Clause G12 of the New Zealand Building Code. Warning: Certain types of plastic pipe, such as Poly-butylene pipe, are not suitable to be used as a hot water pipe between: this water heater and a temperature limiting device, and...
  • Page 38 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING Pipes must not be installed in direct contact with metal roofs. Where it is necessary to run piping across a metal roof, it must be fixed above the roof and surrounded with a weatherproof insulation of a minimum thickness in accordance with Clause 4.12.3 of AS/NZS 3500.4.
  • Page 39 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE An expansion control valve is supplied in the pipe kit and must be installed. Install the expansion control valve using the brass Tee, brass union and brass nipple supplied in the pipe kit on the cold water line to the water heater.

  • Page 40: Connections - Electrical

    For reasons of safety and economy, we advise the thermostat be set at the lowest temperature that will provide sufficient hot water during periods when boosting is required. Rheem recommends the thermostat is set at 60°C to maximise solar contribution. Discuss the thermostat setting requirements with the householder.
  • Page 41 CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL Programming the Timer Power must be available to the timer control switch before the booster heating unit can be activated. The timer should be programmed: to suit the hot water consumption pattern of the household, with the end of the period to coincide with the commencement of the evening hot water usage, to enable a boosting period of not less than the recommended continuous length of time for boosting, for a period when power will be available for the booster heating unit to operate.
  • Page 42 CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL TIMER CONTROL SWITCH WIRING DIAGRAM Switchboard Switchboard Switchboard CONTINUOUS EXTENDED OFF-PEAK EXTENDED OFF-PEAK POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY (timer with rechargeable battery) Timer Timer Terminal Block Terminal Block TIMER WITHOUT CONTACTOR TIMER WITH CONTACTOR (if required) TIMER WIRING DIAGRAMS ELECTRIC BOOSTED DIRECT SOLAR WATER HEATER...

  • Page 43: Multiple Installations

    MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS A multiple installation of Rheem solar Premier Hiline water heaters on a single manifold or multiple manifolds ® is possible, using the Rheem Equa-Flow manifold system, where large volumes of hot water are required. It is recommended the electrical heating units of Rheem solar Premier Hiline water heaters installed in a multiple installation, not be connected to a power supply.
  • Page 44 MULTIPLE INSTALLATIONS RHEEM COMMERCIAL SOLAR PREMIER HILINE – DOUBLE ARRAY RHEEM COMMERCIAL SOLAR HILINE DESIGN DOUBLE ARRAY TPR Valve Drain Line Common Discharge Point...

  • Page 45: Commissioning

    The closed circuit concentrate is supplied in 1.5 litre bottles. Mix the required quantity of closed circuit concentrate with the correct quantity of water to achieve the correct closed circuit fluid for the system. Failure to mix the closed circuit fluid correctly may void the Rheem warranty. Closed Circuit Concentrate Requirement for...
  • Page 46 COMMISSIONING While the closed circuit fluid is non toxic to humans, it does have an adverse effect on water stored in rainwater tanks. It can cause an unpleasant odour to develop, render the rainwater foul and unfit for human consumption and result in the rain water tank having to be drained and cleaned. Refer to “Rain Water Tank”...
  • Page 47 COMMISSIONING MATERIAL SAFETY DATA – CLOSED CIRCUIT FLUID PRECAUTIONS FOR USE IDENTIFICATION Exposure Limits: No value assigned. Product Name: Coolblend Use: Closed circuit / antifreeze fluid for solar hot water systems. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION HEALTH EFFECTS Swallowed: Low oral toxicity PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION –...

  • Page 48: Draining The Solar Storage Tank

    DRAINING THE SOLAR STORAGE TANK To drain the solar storage tank: Cover the solar collectors to prevent solar radiation gain and the transfer of heat to the solar storage tank. Failure to do so may cause a safety issue. Open a hot water tap and allow the water to run for five minutes immediately prior to draining the solar storage tank.

  • Page 49: Draining The Closed Circuit

    DRAINING THE CLOSED CIRCUIT It is recommended to drain the solar collectors and heat exchanger every five years. The closed circuit fluid should be checked and if necessary replaced. Draining the solar collectors and closed circuit should be conducted within three hours of sunrise, when the closed circuit fluid temperature inside the solar collectors is lower.
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  • Page 51: Warranty

    2.1 The decision of whether to repair or replace a faulty component is at Rheem’s sole discretion. 2.2 If you require a call out and we find that the fault is not covered by the Rheem warranty, you are responsible for our standard call out charge.
  • Page 52 3. WHAT IS COVERED BY THE RHEEM WARRANTY FOR THE WATER HEATERS DETAILED IN THIS DOCUMENT 3.1 Rheem will repair or replace a faulty component of your water heater if it fails to operate in accordance with its specifications as...

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