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HTP SuperStor Contender SSC-50SB Installation & Operation Manual

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SuperStor Contender
Solar Supplement
INSTALLATION
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

SB Series* Models
SE Series** Models
SSC-50SB / SSC-80SB
SSC-50SE / SSC-80SE
SSC-119SB
SSC-119SE
*With back-up heat exchanger
**With back-up electric element
*NOTE: SB Series Model Shown in Drawing
The solar energy system described in this manual, when properly installed and maintained, meets the minimum standards
established by the SRCC. This certification does not imply endorsement or warranty of this product by the SRCC.
NOTICE: HTP reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors
in literature.
The surfaces of these products contacted by consumable water contain less than 0.25% lead by weight, as required by the Safe
Drinking Water Act, Section 1417.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: PLEASE KEEP ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
120 Braley Rd. P.O. Box 429
East Freetown, MA 02717-0429
www.htproducts.com
LP-200 REV. 1.6.15

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  • Page 1: Troubleshooting

    SRCC. This certification does not imply endorsement or warranty of this product by the SRCC. NOTICE: HTP reserves the right to make product changes or updates without notice and will not be held liable for typographical errors in literature.

  • Page 2: For The Installer

    In some circumstances, the property owner of his/her agent assumes the role, and at government installations, the commanding officer or departmental official may be the AHJ. NOTE: HTP, Inc. reserves the right to modify product technical specifications and components without prior notice. FOR THE INSTALLER This manual must only be used by a qualified heating installer/service technician.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Solar Water Heating System Design and Installation Guidelines, SRCC OG-300, available from Solar Rating & Certification Corporation, 400 High Point Drive, Suite 400, Cocoa, FL 32926-6630, www.solar-rating.org. Code for the Installation of Heat Producing Appliances (latest version), from American Insurance Association, 85 John Street, New York, NY 11038.
  • Page 4 L. WIND STRESS..................................11 M. SNOW LOAD ................................... 12 N. HAIL RESISTANCE .................................. 12 O. STORAGE TANKS ................................... 12 P. THERMAL EXPANSION (CLOSED LOOP SYSTEMS) ......................12 PART 4 – SPECIFICATIONS ..............................13 PART 5 - INSTALLATION ................................. 15 A. INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ..............................15 B.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    B. WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS ............................29 MAINTENANCE NOTES .................................. 37 HTP CUSTOMER INSTALLATION RECORD FORM ........................38 INTRODUCTION Your solar water heater has an internal solar heat exchanger for use with solar collectors. When there is not sufficient solar energy, the water heater utilizes a backup system to provide hot water.

  • Page 6: Local Installation Regulation

    Improper installation or use may result in property damage. Such damage IS NOT covered by warranty. NOTE: HTP DOES NOT WARRANT THIS WATER HEATER AGAINST FREEZE RELATED DAMAGE. ALL PIPING AND PLUMBING CONNECTIONS IN CLOSED LOOP SYSTEMS SHOULD BE MADE WITH COPPER PIPE ONLY. No less than ¾”...

  • Page 7: Insulation Blankets

    A. SCOPE OF MANUAL This manual pertains only to the installation and operation of the HTP SuperStor Ultra solar water heater. Details for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the complete solar water heating system, including, but not limited to: the solar collector(s), boiler, pump, system controller, valves, and other plumbing components, should be provided separately by their respective manufacturers.

  • Page 8: System Design

    Please refer to glycol manufacturer’s specifications about the temperature ranges the liquid can withstand. Only food grade propylene glycol, FDA rated as GRAS, should be used. NOTE: HTP DOES NOT WARRANT THE SOLAR WATER HEATER AGAINST FREEZE-RELATED DAMAGE. PART 3 - GENERAL SOLAR INFORMATION A.

  • Page 9: Solar System Design

    Pressurized Closed Loop Systems – These systems use a glycol/water mix as HTF, which protects the system from freezing. These systems operate at high pressures. In systems using a glycol/water mix, freeze protection fluid must be non-toxic propylene glycol, FDA rated as GRAS. To protect the heat exchanger and other system components, regular scheduled maintenance must be established to monitor and maintain proper HTF pH levels.

  • Page 10: Collector Angle, Plane, And Direction

    D. COLLECTOR ANGLE, PLANE, AND DIRECTION 1. COLLECTOR DIRECTION The collector should face the equator. In the northern hemisphere, this is due south, and in the southern hemisphere, due north. Facing the collector in the correct direction and angle is important to ensure optimal heat output.

  • Page 11: Collector Loop Pipe Insulation

    F. COLLECTOR LOOP PIPE INSULATION The collector loop supply and return lines must be well insulated with high quality, flexible, closed cell insulation to minimize heat loss. Wall thickness of pipe insulation should not be less than ¾". 1" wall thickness is required in all areas prone to annual hard freeze conditions.

  • Page 12: Snow Load

    M. SNOW LOAD In areas prone to heavy snowfall, the solar collector(s) should ideally be installed at an angle of 50 or greater to help promote snow sliding off the collectors. In addition, it is advisable to raise the lower collector frame off the roof surface 6 – 8 inches or higher. Doing this places the collector above moderate snowfall accumulation and allows drifting snow to more easily slide out from under the collector, which helps ensure that snow does not cover the collector array.

  • Page 13: Part 4 - Specifications

    PART 4 – SPECIFICATIONS Figure 3 – SB Series Water Heater Dimensions and Specifications LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...
  • Page 14 Figure 4 – SE Series Water Heater Dimensions and Specifications LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...

  • Page 15: Part 5 - Installation

    PART 5 - INSTALLATION A. INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Location  Sufficient room to service water heater, piping, and related controls  Provisions made to protect area from water damage  Centrally located to fixtures  Protected from freezing temperatures  Area free of flammable and/or corrosive vapors Potable Water Supply ...

  • Page 16: Solar Water Heater Location

    Wire Stripper or Knife Aluminum Flashing Sheet Wire Cutters Black Latex Outdoor Paint Adjustable Wrenches 8” & 10” 7/8” x ¾” and 1 1/8” x ¾” pipe insulation Solder Flux Emory Paper B. SOLAR WATER HEATER LOCATION To minimize expense and heat loss, locate the solar water heater as centrally to the domestic piping system and near the solar collectors as possible.

  • Page 17: Water Chemistry Requirements

    Chemical imbalance of the water supply may affect efficiency and cause severe damage to the water heater and associated equipment. HTP recommends having water quality professionally analyzed to determine whether it is necessary to install a water softener. It is important that the water chemistry on both the domestic hot water and central heating sides are checked before installing the water heater, as water quality will affect the reliability of the system.

  • Page 18: Potable Water Piping Detail

    TDS: 2000 ppm Sodium: 20 mGL C. POTABLE WATER PIPING DETAIL Figure 6 - This drawing is meant to demonstrate potable piping concept only. D. SOLAR HEAT EXCHANGER PIPING Set up the primary balance of the system components following the piping detail in Figure 6. Run ½”...

  • Page 19: Tank Sensor Placement

    When making a connection to the heat exchanger, use Teflon Tape and joint compound to prevent leaks. The connections to the heat exchanger are 1” NPT. Do not apply heat directly to the heat exchanger thread connection when sweating fittings. Line pressure and temperature gauge shall be installed in the collector supply and return lines to allow for a simple diagnostic check of proper system operation.
  • Page 20 Circulator (#13) Circulates the HTF from the solar collector into the solar heat exchanger. Drain Valve (Tank) (Valve #14) Flushes sediment which may accumulate on the bottom of the solar water heater and also provides a means of draining the tank. Tank Sensor Is wired to the solar controller to measure the temperature on the bottom of the solar water heater in conjunction with the solar collector sensor.

  • Page 21: Solar Water Heater With Boiler Back-Up

    G. SOLAR WATER HEATER WITH BOILER BACK-UP Figure 7 – Solar Water Heater with Boiler Back-up – FIGURE NOTES: 1. This drawing is meant to show system piping concept only. The installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing by local codes. 2.

  • Page 22: Solar Water Heater With Electric Back-Up

    H. SOLAR WATER HEATER WITH ELECTRIC BACK-UP Figure 8 – Solar Water Heater with Electric Back-up FIGURE NOTES: 1. This drawing is meant to show system piping concept only. The installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing by local codes. 2.

  • Page 23: Boiler Back-Up Heat Exchanger Connection (Sb Models Only)

    To assure the correct flow through the boiler back-up heat exchanger, refer to Figure 10 to correctly size the circulator to the boiler or auxiliary heat exchanger. HTP recommends a flow rate of 1 gpm for every 10,000 BTU based on a 20 F temperature difference between the supply and return of the heat exchanger.

  • Page 24: Electrical Connection (Se Models Only)

    M. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (SE MODELS ONLY) Tank must be full before unit is turned on. The heating element will be damaged if energized for even a short period of time while tank is dry. This damage IS NOT covered by warranty. Be sure to ground the water heater.

  • Page 25: Thermostat Adjustment

    N. THERMOSTAT ADJUSTMENT The thermostat is located in the front of the heater. The access cover must be removed to adjust the factory default setting of 119 This temperature is satisfactory for average household use. If an adjustment is necessary, turn off the power to the heater, remove the black access cover and insulation. The thermostat protective cover should not be removed.

  • Page 26: Part 8 - Start-Up Preparation

    NOTE: HTP DOES NOT WARRANT THE SOLAR WATER HEATER, SOLAR COLLECTOR, OR ANY COMPONENTS AGAINST FREEZE RELATED DAMAGE. PART 8 – START-UP PREPARATION DO NOT MOVE ON TO THESE STEPS UNTIL THE ENTIRE SOLAR SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL PIPING, SOLAR COLLECTORS, SENSORS, PUMP, CONTROLS, AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, ARE PROPERLY SECURED, INSULATED, LABELED AND INSTALLED.

  • Page 27: Part 9 - Service/Maintenance Procedures

    If the heating element needs replacement, it is VERY important to use the same voltage, wattage, and construction. This element must be stainless steel and the hex plug be made of brass. This replacement part is available from HTP and should not be purchased from outside sources.

  • Page 28: Part 10 - Troubleshooting

    Following installation of the T&P Relief Valve, the valve lever MUST be operated AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR by the water heater owner to ensure that waterways are clear. Certain naturally occurring mineral deposits may adhere to the valve, blocking waterways and rendering the valve inoperative.

  • Page 29: Part 11 - System Parts Listing

    TANK MANUFACTURER ITEM PART# COVERAGE COVERAGE Residential – 7 years Glass-Lined Solar Storage Tank SSC-50SB 1 year Commercial – 5 years w/ Back-Up Heat Exchanger Residential – 7 years Glass-Lined Solar Storage Tank SSC-80SB 1 year Commercial – 5 years w/ Back-Up Heat Exchanger Residential –...
  • Page 30 Figure 13 – SE Model Parts Breakdown – LP-200-E Item No SSC-50SE SSC-80SE / 119SE Description QTY. 6075P-002 6075P-008 HOT WATER OUTLET 6075P-003 6075P-009 HOT WATER DIP TUBE 6075P-044 6075P-044 ANODE ROD, STANDARD SOLID 6075P-054 6075P-054 GASKET - ELECTRIC ELEMENT 6075P-052 6075P-052 ELECTRIC ELEMENT (W/GASKET)
  • Page 31 Figure 14 - SB Model Parts Breakdown Item No SSC-50SB SSC-80SB / 119SB Description QTY. 6075P-002 6075P-008 HOT WATER OUTLET 6075P-003 6075P-009 HOT WATER DIP TUBE 6075P-044 6075P-044 ANODE ROD, STANDARD SOLID 6060P-1009 6060P-1009 THERMOSTAT CONTROL 6060P-633 6060P-633 THERMODISC MOUNTING CLIP...
  • Page 32 LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...
  • Page 33 LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...
  • Page 34 VISCOSITY: The HTF viscosity over the service temperature range is based on a specific gravity 15/15 C (60/60 F) 1.053-1.063. DOWFROST inhibited glycol-based fluid has an effective operating temperature range of -50 F to 250 F. At temperatures below -50 increased viscosity (>1,000 centipoise) can make use of DOWFROST impractical unless larger pumps are installed.
  • Page 35 SYSTEM MODELS SOLAR COLLECTOR COMPANY MODEL # OF COLLECTORS 2007011A AE-32E 2007011B AE-40E 2007011C AE-32E 2007012A AE-32E 2007012B AE-40E 2007012C AE-32E Table 7 SOLAR SYSTEM REPLACEMENT PARTS Part Company Model STECA TRO301 CONTROLLER GOLDLINE GL-30 HELIOTROPE Thermal Delta T TACO PUMP GRUNDFOS 15-58F...
  • Page 36 LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...

  • Page 37: Maintenance Notes

    MAINTENANCE NOTES LP-200 REV. 1.6.15...

  • Page 38: Htp Customer Installation Record Form

    HTP CUSTOMER INSTALLATION RECORD FORM The following form should be completed by the installer for you to keep as a record of the installation in case of a warranty claim. After reading the important notes at the bottom of the page, please also sign this document.

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