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Solahart Thermosiphon - User Manual

Solahart Thermosiphon
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Summary

Solahart Thermosiphon Solar Water Heater Warranty

General Warranty Information

General terms and conditions of the Solahart warranty, including service network and manufacturer details.

Warranty Terms and Exclusions

Details what the warranty covers, owner responsibilities, and specific exclusions like misuse or improper installation.

Warranty Coverage Details

Specific components covered, periods of coverage, and labor costs for different system types.

Claiming Under Warranty

Conditions and requirements for making a warranty claim, including owner details and timely reporting.

Australian Consumer Law Rights

Information on consumer guarantees and rights under Australian Consumer Law.

Safety, Warnings, Installation Notes

General Safety and Warnings

Essential safety advice regarding electrical hazards, high temperatures, and component tampering.

Relief Valve Operation

Information on the temperature pressure relief valve and expansion control valve, including maintenance.

Installation and Water Supply Notes

Requirements for qualified installation, code compliance, and mains water pressure guidelines.

Heres How It Works

Open Circuit Series Operation

Explanation of how open circuit systems function and their limitations regarding freeze protection.

Closed Circuit Series Operation

Explanation of closed circuit systems using Hartgard fluid for freeze and corrosion protection.

Facts You Should Know About Your Water Heater

Water Heater Application and Scald Risk

Intended use, high temperature warnings, and recommendations for scald prevention.

System Precautions and Freeze Protection

Advice on maintenance, backup redundancy, and Hartgard fluid for freeze protection.

Over-Temperature Protection and Holiday Usage

Details on over-temperature systems, relief valves, and hydrogen gas warnings.

Temperature Redistribution Explanation

Explanation of temperature changes within the tank and the effect of boosting.

Operating Your Solar Water Heater

In-Tank Boosting and AS 3498 Compliance

How in-tank electric boosting works and meets Legionella requirements.

Timer Control for Boosting

Using timers for energy savings and optimal booster operation.

Booster Operation and Pre-Heating

Turning the system on/off, and using it as a pre-heater for other systems.

Save A Service Call

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Checklist for common hot water problems before requesting service.

Relief Valve Operation and Collector Glass

Normal operation of relief valves and warranty for collector glass breakage.

Water Supplies

Water Supply Changes and Anode Selection

Effects of changing water supply and how to select the correct anode.

Anode Inspection and Saturation Index

Guidance on anode inspection, replacement, and saturation index effects on warranty.

Water Chemistry Affecting Warranty

Lists water chemistries that can void the Solahart warranty for various components.

Maintenance Requirements

Collector Care and Minor Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning collector glass and performing minor maintenance every six months.

Major Service Every Five Years

Details of the recommended comprehensive five-yearly service.

Installation Instructions - All Models

General Installation Requirements

Standards, codes, Victorian installer notice, and application suitability.

System Location & Application

Guidelines for choosing installation location and system application advice.

Collector Installation Guidelines

Advice on collector orientation, inclination, and frost protection.

Electrical Installation Procedures

Electrical connection standards, tank wiring, and thermostat settings.

Booster and Timer Control

Information on booster controls, timer switches, and wiring diagrams.

Plumbing and Valve Installations

General plumbing requirements, TPR valve, and expansion control valve fitting.

Pressure and Drain Line Requirements

Water pressure limits, relief valve drain lines, and valve location.

Supplementary Power, Insulation & Handling

Advice on supplementary power, pipe insulation, packing, and decommissioning.

Pipe Shroud Cover Installation

Function, components, and fitting instructions for the pipe shroud cover.

System Shutdown Procedure

Steps for safely turning off the water heater.

Installation Instructions - Closed Circuit Series

Collector and Tank Handling Safety

Safety warnings regarding heavy components and hot collector surfaces.

Collector Rail and Tank Mounting

Procedures for selecting tank location and fitting collector rails and straps.

Collector Connection and Tank Strapping

Steps for joining collectors, fitting assemblies, and securing tank/collectors.

Roof Mounting and Cold Climate Considerations

Mounting on different roof types and special advice for cold climates.

Storage Tank Filling and Commissioning

Procedures for filling and commissioning the storage tank before closed circuit filling.

Closed Circuit Filling and Commissioning

Detailed steps for filling the closed circuit with Hartgard fluid.

Hartgard Fluid and Rainwater Tank Precautions

Warnings about Hartgard contamination of rainwater tanks and end cap procedures.

Closed Circuit Commissioning Steps

Step-by-step guide for pressure testing and filling the closed circuit system.

Installation Instructions - Open Circuit Series

Collector and Tank Handling Safety

Safety warnings regarding heavy components and hot collector surfaces.

Collector Rail and Tank Mounting

Procedures for selecting tank location and fitting collector rails and straps.

Collector Connection and Tank Strapping

Steps for joining collectors, fitting assemblies, and securing tank/collectors.

End Cap Procedures

Instructions for removing and fitting the end cap for open circuit systems.

Thermosiphon Restrictor Valve (TRV)

Installation and function of the TRV for over-temperature protection.

Temperature Limiting Devices and Commissioning

Connecting temperature limiting devices and commissioning the system.

Technical Specifications - Systems

System Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for various Solahart system models.

Technical Specifications - Tanks and Collectors

Tank Specifications

Details on tank materials, dimensions, insulation, and case construction.

Collector Specifications

Specifications for collector types, aperture, capacity, and materials used.

Auxiliary Electric Booster Details

Technical details for the auxiliary electric booster unit.

Annual Performance Calculations For Europe

Wind and Snow Load Standards

European standards for wind and snow load testing applicable to collectors.

J Systems Performance Data

Annual performance calculations for Solahart J thermosiphon systems.

L Systems Performance Data

Annual performance calculations for Solahart L thermosiphon systems.

South African System SANS 1307 Details

System Compliance and Specifications

Specifications for 181J and 302J systems compliant with SANS 1307.

Safety Notes and Warnings

Important notes, warnings, and operating component details for SANS compliance.

Emergency Shut Down Procedure

Steps for safely shutting down the unit in an emergency.

Installation Diagrams - Models 151 J, 181 J, 181 LCSC, 181 BTC

151 J Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 151J model.

181 J, 181 LCSC, 181 BTC Model Diagrams

Diagrams showing component layout for 181J, 181LCSC, 181BTC models.

Installation Diagrams - Models 151 L, 181 L

151 L Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 151L model.

181 L Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 181L model.

Installation Diagrams - Models 302 J, 302 LCSC, 302 BTC, 303 J

302 J, 302 LCSC, 302 BTC Model Diagrams

Diagrams showing component layout for 302J, 302LCSC, 302BTC models.

303 J Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 303J model.

Installation Diagrams - Models 302 L, 303 L

302 L Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 302L model.

303 L Model Diagram

Diagram showing component layout and connections for the 303L model.

Connection Details

Closed Circuit Water Connections

Diagrams illustrating water connections for closed circuit systems.

Open Circuit Water Connections

Diagrams illustrating water connections for open circuit systems.

Collector and Tank Strap Assembly

Instructions and diagrams for attaching collector and tank straps to rails and clamps.

Roof Mounting Details

Diagram illustrating pitched tiled roof mounting.

Installation Check List

Pre-Handover Installation Checklist

Comprehensive checklist for installation completion and handover to the householder.

Servicing

Closed Circuit Fluid Draining and Handling

Procedures for draining closed circuit fluid from collectors and heat exchanger.

Solar Tank and Collector Draining;Flushing

Steps for draining and flushing the solar storage tank and collectors.

Post-Service Refill and Startup

Instructions for refilling and turning on the water heater after servicing.

Anode Replacement Procedure

Detailed steps for replacing the anode in the solar storage tank.

Solahart Offices

International Headquarters Contact

Contact details for Solahart's international headquarters and registered office.

Australian Sales and Service Contacts

Service and sales telephone numbers for Solahart in Australia.

International Sales Contacts

Telephone, facsimile, email, and web details for international sales.

Solahart Thermosiphon Specifications

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BrandSolahart
ModelThermosiphon
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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