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Solene SLAR32DC-66 Installation Manual

Open loop domestic hot water solar system with differential control

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SLAR64DC-120, SLAR80DC-120

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Solene™ ™
927 Fern St. Suite 1500
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(866) 902-0060
SRCC OG-300 Certified
The solar energy system described by this manual, when properly installed and maintained, meets the
minimum standards established by the Florida Solar energy center, in accordance with section 377.705,
Florida Statutes. This certification does not imply endorsement or warranty of this product by the Florida
Solar Energy Center or the State of Florida.
The solar energy system described by this manual, when properly installed and maintained, meets the
minimum standards established by the Florida Solar Energy Center, in accordance with Section 377.705,
Florida Statutes. This certification does not imply or endorse warranty of the product by the Florida Solar
Energy Center of the State of Florida. Solar Water Heating System
SLAR-IMDC
9-04-09

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  • Page 1: Installation Manual

    OMESTIC ATER OLAR YSTEM WITH IFFERENTIAL ONTROL SLAR32DC-66, SLAR40DC-80 ODELS SLAR64DC-120, SLAR80DC-120 INSTALLATION MANUAL Solene™ ™ 927 Fern St. Suite 1500 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (866) 902-0060 SRCC OG-300 Certified The solar energy system described by this manual, when properly installed and maintained, meets the minimum standards established by the Florida Solar energy center, in accordance with section 377.705,...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    - t r i t a l a t i t a l a t i l i System Schematic (SLAR32DC-66 & SLAR40DC-80) System Schematic (SLAR64DC-120 & SLAR80DC-120) s t r i t c i t a Aurora Aurora...
  • Page 3 Tank # of Collectors Collector Type Control Type System Model Capacity Needed Number 66 gallon SLAR-32 (4’ x 8’) Differential SLAR32DC-66 Control 80 gallon SLAR-40 (4’ x 10’) Differential SLAR40DC-80 Control 120 gallon SLAR-32 (4’ x 8’) Differential SLAR64DC-120 Control 120 gallon SLAR-40 (4’...
  • Page 4 Normally, collectors are installed on roofs, as close as possible to the tank, to minimize heat loss through the pipe. The pipes between the tank and the collectors MUST be insulated with at least ½” thick insulation, for the same reason. The solar collectors must be located in a structurally sound area of the roof that will be exposed to the sun for the majority of the day, all year round.
  • Page 5 be spaced approximately 30” apart. The collectors will rest on top of the U-channels. (Picture 1) Picture #1 Verify a secure connection to the trusses. If lagging directly into the roof trusses is not possible, secure a 2’ x 4’ wood beam perpendicular to the trusses, inside the attic, and anchor the bolts to this member.
  • Page 6: L L A I T A N O

    - Not parallel to the roofline, normally used on flat roofs and NGLE OUNT NSTALLATION ground mounts, as illustrated below. Figure #2, Angle mounted collector Angle Mount Installations involve positioning the collector(s) at an angle so that the upper part of the collector is higher than the lower in reference to the mounting surface.
  • Page 7 Picture #8 Figure #4 Connect to the U-channels to the opposite side of the rod, using the provided nuts and bolts. (Picture #10) Picture #10 Lift the collector’s top with the assembled rod kits and anchor the U-channels to the roof, ensuring the proper angle to the collectors.
  • Page 8 NSTALLATION Careful consideration of the proper piping of the system should be done prior to a final decision being made on the collector mounting. The collectors and piping should slope slightly downward, toward the tank, in order to allow for draining in freezing conditions. Piping should consist of copper tube (Type M), insulated with at least ½”...
  • Page 9: System Schematic (Slar64Dc-120 & Slar80Dc-120)

    LUMBING The storage tank should be placed in a location to best minimize heat loss. It should be placed as close to the system return line as possible. Adequate ventilation and access for possible future service work are important considerations. In order to prevent possible water damage in case of tank leakage, a pan with a ¾”...
  • Page 10 ABELS Label installation is mandatory at several locations of the system. Please insure compliance by affixing labels at the designated locations. YSTEM TART The Start-up Procedures are detailed in the Solene Open Loop (SLAR-HMDC) Homeowner’s Manual.
  • Page 11 YSTEM PERATION Solene systems are designed to accommodate three separate modes of operation. Your solar water heating system can (1) provide 100% solar operation during good weather, or (2) serve as a pre-heater to your electric water heater adding solar energy when and as available, or (3) 100 % on utility power during inclement weather.
  • Page 12 All of the components listed below are available from Solene at 927 Fern St. Suite 1500, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 (866) 902-0060. See the schematics on page #12 & #13 for the location of the following list of components.
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  • Page 15 ORE INFORMATION Detailed information regarding System Operation, Routine Maintenance, Freeze Protection, and Start-up and Shutdown procedures can be found in the Solene Open Loop (DC) Domestic Hot Water Solar System Homeowner’s Manual (SLAR-HMDC). ONTACT...
  • Page 16: Freeze Protection

    Be sure to cut out the labels below and apply them to the proper system components as described below. Refer to the Solene DHW System Schematic in this manual for reference numbers. Solene System Isolation Valve...
  • Page 17 (Models SLAR32DC-66, SLAR40DC-80, SLAR64DC-120, SLAR80DC-120) Your Solene Solar System has a Freeze Valve on the roof that protects your system from freezing. During near freezing conditions this valve will allow water to flow through the collector from the storage tank and trickle onto the roof.
  • Page 18 SOLENE LLC, or its authorized dealer or distributor. Labor expenses to repair or replace a defective AURORA collector is reimbursable, to an authorized dealer, up to $100 in years one (1) and two (2), $75 in years three (3) through five (5), and $50 in years six (6) through ten (10).

This manual is also suitable for:

Slar64dc-120Slar80dc-120Slar40dc-80