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CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 
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This solar storage tank has either a plastic dip tube or 
fitting liner in the inlet and outlet fittings (see diagram). 
These must be in place for the water heater to function 
properly. Do not remove or damage them by using heat 
nearby. They will be pushed into the correct position as 
the fitting is screwed in. 
 
PIPE SIZES 
To achieve true mains pressure operation, the cold water line to the water heater should be the same 
size or bigger than the tempered water and hot water lines from the water heater. The minimum 
recommended tempered pipe and hot pipe sizes are DN20. 
 
The pipe sizing for hot water supply systems should be carried out by persons competent to do so, 
choosing the most suitable pipe size for each individual application. Reference to the technical 
specifications of the water heater and local regulatory authority requirements must be made. 
 
RELIEF VALVE 
The temperature pressure relief valve is shipped behind the lower front cover of the water heater. The 
temperature pressure relief valve must be fitted before the water heater is operated. Before fitting the 
relief valve, make sure the probe has not been bent. Seal the thread with Teflon tape - never hemp. 
Make sure the tape does not hang over the end of the thread. 
 
Screw the valve into the correct opening 
 leaving the valve 
outlet pointing downwards. Do not use a wrench on the valve body - use the spanner flats provided. 
 
RELIEF VALVE DRAIN 
Temperature Pressure Relief Valve 
A copper drain line must be fitted to the relief valve to carry the discharge clear of the water heater. 
Connect the drain line to the relief valve using a disconnection union. The pipe work from the relief 
valve to the drain should be as short as possible and fall all the way from the water heater with no 
restrictions. It should have no more than three right angle bends in it. Use DN15 pipe. 
 
The outlet of the drain line must be in such a position that flow out of the pipe can be easily seen (refer 
to AS/NZS 3500.4) - but arranged so hot water discharge will not cause injury, damage or nuisance. 
The drain line must discharge at an outlet or air break not more than 9 metres from the relief valve. 
 
In locations where water pipes are prone to freezing, the drain line must be insulated and not exceed 
300 mm in length. In this instance, the drain line is to discharge into a tundish through an air gap of 
between 75 mm and 150 mm. 
 
  Warning: As the function of the temperature pressure relief valve on this water heater is to 
discharge high temperature water under certain conditions, it is strongly recommended the pipe work 
downstream of the relief valve be capable of carrying water exceeding 93
°C. Failure to observe this 
precaution may result in damage to pipe work and property. 
 
Solar Circuit Relief Valve 
Ensure the outlet of the solar circuit relief valve is facing toward the rear of the water heater installation. 
A copper drain line must be fitted to the relief valve to carry the discharge clear of the water heater. 
Connect the drain line to the relief valve using a disconnection union. The pipe work from the relief 
valve to the drain should be as short as possible and fall all the way from the water heater with no 
restrictions. It should have no more than three right angle bends in it. Use DN10 pipe. 
 
The outlet of the drain line must be in such a position that flow out of the pipe can be easily seen (refer 
to AS/NZS 3500.4) - but arranged so hot water discharge will not cause injury, damage or nuisance. 
The drain line must discharge at an outlet or air break not more than 9 metres from the relief valve.