Rinnai SG2152HP Installation Manual

Rinnai sg2152hp solar split system, hotflo glass lined tank, e-frost collector, gas and electric boost

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Hotflo Glass Lined Tank, E-Frost Collector, Gas and
Must be installed, commissioned and serviced by an authorised
person in accordance with all applicable local rules and regulations.
Power supply must be available to the system at all times
Solar Split System
Installation Manual
Electric Boost

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  • Page 1 Solar Split System Installation Manual Hotflo Glass Lined Tank, E-Frost Collector, Gas and Electric Boost • Must be installed, commissioned and serviced by an authorised person in accordance with all applicable local rules and regulations. • Power supply must be available to the system at all times...
  • Page 2 1 year * Pumps, controllers, valves etc. all terms of the warranty are effective from the date of installation of the rinnai solar system. rinnai new Zealand Limited (rinnai) reserves the right to verify this date by requesting a copy of the Certificate of Compliance obtained by local building authority inspection of the system.
  • Page 3 supply.
  • Page 4 G12/aS2 durability as required by the new Zealand Building Code compliance document G12/aS2, clause 7.2.3, in respect of the durability of the solar system components supplied by rinnai, rinnai makes the following statements. The collector mounting rails have a durability of fifteen years provided they are kept clear of debris such as leaves.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Supplementary boosting - electric Commissioning the solar system Consenting requirements for solar Warning Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. For assistance or additional information contact rinnai on 0800 rinnai (0800 746 624).
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction This manual is intended to be used by rinnai accredited solar installers, who have a good understanding of the different types of solar systems and how they operate. The information contained is designed to reinforce information from the TradeSmart Solar Training Course, provide an understanding of the rinnai Solar System, its suitability for use and high level instructions for installation.
  • Page 7: Solar Collector Fittings Kits

    Fasteners (guide stoppers for panels) Hot outlet connection The rinnai standard mounting rails are for arrangements where the hot outlet connection is on the top right hand corner. if you have an arrangement that requires a top left hot outlet connection you will need a different top mounting rail.
  • Page 8: Solar Tank Fittings Kit

    Pump provided in kit Laing S1-15/700B 230V pump or Grundfos UP15-14B. a powerful pump is not needed in a standard rinnai solar system as the pump is only required to circulate water slowly through the panels to maximise solar efficiency.
  • Page 9: Cylinder Location

    Where a cylinder is not easily accessible for maintenance and replacement, the rinnai Warranty will not cover any additional costs caused by access difficulty. This is important for glass lined tanks where access is required to change the anode at the top of the cylinder.
  • Page 10: Cylinder Connections

    Cylinder connections ▪ rinnai Glass Lined 180 litre - 700 kPa Pressure ▪ rinnai Glass Lined 270 and 340 litre - 500 kPa limiting valve Cold water ▪ rinnai Glass Lined 180 litre - 850 kPa approximately pressure relief ▪...
  • Page 11: Mounting The Solar Controller And Pump

    - invert the riser tube using the wire tool supplied Fit the plumbing fittings as shown below and in the drawing on the back of the fittings kit rinnai new Zealand Limited E-Frost Solar Collector Split System install manual: 11497-a...
  • Page 12 POWEr if there is a likelyhood of freezing without draining the panel. Contact your solar supplier or rinnai Service agent who can drain the panel safely. Phone: 0800 rinnai / 0800 746 624 do not connect the power lead to the power supply at this stage.
  • Page 13: Mounting Collectors On The Roof - General

    - general Each rinnai solar collector is approximately 2 m tall by 1 m wide. Select roof sizing and a location with sufficient space for the collectors and associated plumbing collector weight connections. The collectors weigh approximately 40 kg each and due care and skill should be taken when lifting them onto the roof.
  • Page 14 WARNING Keep collectors covered until commissioning and leak testing of the system is complete. rinnai new Zealand Limited E-Frost Solar Collector Split System install manual: 11497-a...
  • Page 15: Mounting Collectors On A Metal Roof

    The rinnai standard mounting rails are for arrangements where the hot outlet connection is on the top right hand corner. if you have an arrangement that requires a top left hot outlet connection you will need a different top mounting rail. This can be purchased as an accessory from rinnai.
  • Page 16 Fit additional straps so there are two straps per collector. Each fastener straps as should be sealed with suitable washers, both under the head of the required fastener and between the rail and roof, as shown below. rinnai new Zealand Limited E-Frost Solar Collector Split System install manual: 11497-a...
  • Page 17 Tighten fasteners on the first collector. Firmly push collectors together, tighten connectors and then tighten fasteners on second collector. repeat from step 7 if fitting a third panel. rinnai new Zealand Limited E-Frost Solar Collector Split System install manual: 11497-a...
  • Page 18: Mounting Collectors On A Tile Roof

    The rinnai standard mounting rails are for arrangements where the hot outlet connection is on the top right hand corner. if you have an arrangement that requires a top left hot outlet connection you will need a different top mounting rail. This can be purchased as an accessory from rinnai.
  • Page 19: Fitting Connecting Pipes And Sensor Lead

    Longer leads of 30 m length are available from rinnai as an accessory, or the lead can be terminated and extended using two core sheathed (double insulated) flex with conductors of 0.5 mm...
  • Page 20: Supplementary Boosting - Gas

    Supplementary boosting - gas install a rinnai continuous flow water heater using a flow diversion valve as shown below. The water heater must be set to 75 all rinnai infinity units installed in a solar system require a flow diversion valve and a dipswitch change to the required 75 C.
  • Page 21: Supplementary Boosting - Electric

    Supplementary boosting - electric all rinnai storage cylinders come pre-equipped with electric elements and thermostats. electrical connections The cylinders are pre-wired. a 20 mm mounting hole for conduit termination is provided under the element cover. a 2 way terminal block is provided for connection of active and neutral wires (pictured) and a brass terminal block is provided for connection of the earth cable.
  • Page 22: Commissioning The Solar System

    / pump or connect a power supply to boost the element until step 6 if a gas boost is fitted, open the inlet and outlet water valves at the rinnai infinity but do not connect the power supply at this point.
  • Page 23: Consenting Requirements For Solar

    The documentation may include acceptable structural support arrangements for specific system models. rinnai has developed a G12 aS2 rinnai Solar Compliance document to assist with the consent process. This can be found on our technical website www.rinnai-tradesmart.co.nz within the Solar section.
  • Page 24 Websites: www.rinnai.co.nz and www.rinnai-tradesmart.co.nz all rinnai appliances meet or exceed the safety standards required by new Zealand gas and electrical regulations. rinnai is constantly improving its products and as such information and specifications are subject to change or variation without notice.

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