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INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK
THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING.
The system can be installed with Solahart ‘L’ solar collectors.
Although the system has a level of freeze protection, designed to guard the system from unexpected
frost conditions, the system is not recommended for installation in areas subject to frost or freeze
conditions. Freeze conditions occur below 6
°C. The solar hot and solar cold pipes must be fully
insulated with closed cell polymer insulation (minimum thickness 13 mm) to offer protection against
freeze damage. The system has NO WARRANTY for freeze damage (refer to
freeze damage. The system has NO WARRANTY for freeze damage (refer to
on
page 37). Thicker insulation may be required to comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4.
SOLAR WATER HEATER STORAGE TANK LOCATION
The solar storage tank is suitable for either outdoor or indoor installation. Whether located outdoor or
indoor, the solar storage tank should be installed close to the most frequently used outlet and its
position chosen with safety and service in mind.
Consideration must also be given to the position of the solar storage tank in relation to the solar
collectors. There are limitations on the maximum length of the solar hot and solar cold pipes between
the solar storage tank and the solar collectors. Refer to
The solar storage tank is suitable for either outdoor or indoor installation. Whether located outdoor or
indoor, the solar storage tank should be installed close to the most frequently used outlet and its
position chosen with safety and service in mind.
Consideration must also be given to the position of the solar storage tank in relation to the solar
collectors. There are limitations on the maximum length of the solar hot and solar cold pipes between
the solar storage tank and the solar collectors. Refer to
on page 26 and to
Clearance must be allowed for servicing of the solar
storage tank. The solar storage tank must be
accessible without the use of a ladder or scaffold.
Make sure the temperature pressure relief valve
lever is accessible and the front cover, thermostat
and booster heating unit can be removed for service.
You must be able to read the information on the
rating plate. If possible leave headroom of one water
heater length so the anode can be inspected or
replaced. Remember you may have to remove the
entire solar storage tank later for servicing.
The installation must comply with the requirements
of AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes
and regulatory authority requirements. In New
Zealand, the installation must conform with the New
Zealand Building Code.
It is recommended the solar storage tank be installed at ground or floor level and must stand vertically
upright. Remember all local authorities have regulations about putting water heaters into roof spaces.
SAFE TRAY
It is a requirement of AS/NZS 3500.4 that for a new
installation, a water heater be installed in a safe tray
where in the event of a leak, property may otherwise
be damaged. Construction, installation and draining
of a safe tray must comply with the above mentioned
Standard.
installation, a water heater be installed in a safe tray
where in the event of a leak, property may otherwise
be damaged. Construction, installation and draining
of a safe tray must comply with the above mentioned
Standard.