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B. solar water heater location – HTP PHE199-119S User Manual

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LP- 204 REV. 3.25.14

Have water supply tested and ensure it meets the requirements outlined in the Part 2, Section E of this manual


Relief Valve

Temperature and Pressure relief valve properly installed and discharge line runs to open drain

Discharge line not exposed to freezing temperatures

Discharge line constructed of copper


Wiring

Power supply voltage agrees with the water heater rating plate

Branch circuit wire fusing or circuit breaker properly sized

Electrical connections tight and properly grounded

Water heater control is secure and in control well


Solar Heat Exchanger to Solar Panel

Anti-freeze (if used) is added and rated as non-toxic with copy of MSDS sheet for homeowner

Solar heat exchanger completely purged of air

Expansion tank and temperature and pressure gauge operating properly

Solar control shows circulators operating properly on the solar panels


Anti-Freeze Fluid (if used in system)

Make sure freeze protection fluids are certified non-toxic, FDA rated GRAS

Glycol percentage must be calculated per local area freeze level

Provide glycol MSDS sheet to end user


NOTE: Make sure you have all necessary tools, materials and accessories before beginning work on the solar system.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Electric Drill

Torch and Striker

Drill Index (w/ ½”, ¾”, 1” and 1 ¼” Wood Bits)

Putty Knife

Hack Saw

High Temperature Joint Compound

Tubing Cutter

Wire Nuts or Connectors

Tin Snips

Miscellaneous Copper Pipe & Fittings (3/4”)

16’ Tape Measure

1” x ¾” Copper Sweat Couplings

24” Level

1” Copper Sweat Caps

Flashlight

Silicon Caulk and Roof Sealant

Extension Cord

Minimum ¾” I.D. Type M Copper Tubing

Slip Joint Pliers

Needle Nose Pliers

Pipe Wrenches, 10” and 14”

Angle Iron

Open End Wrenches, 9/16 & 7/16

Threaded Rod, Nuts, & Washers

Screw Driver 6” Flat Blade

Stainless Screw Clamps

Screw Driver 6” Philips

Thermal Adhesive

Wire Stripper or Knife

Aluminum Flashing Sheet

Wire Cutters

Black Latex Outdoor Paint

Adjustable Wrenches 8” & 10”

7/8” x ¾” and 1 1/8” x ¾” pipe insulation

Solder Flux

Emory Paper

B. SOLAR WATER HEATER LOCATION

To minimize expense and heat loss, locate the solar water heater as centrally to the domestic piping system and near the solar
collectors as possible. The water heater must also be located in an area where it will not be exposed to freezing temperatures. All
piping should be insulated to protect against freezing and heat loss.

In addition, the solar water heater and all related solar system components should be installed with plenty of clearance for inspection
and service. If minimum clearances are not met, it may not be possible to service the solar system without removing component parts
from installation locations.

The solar water heater should also be installed in a place where T&P discharge or a leak will not result in damage to the surrounding
area. Install a 2” high catch pan with a minimum of ¾” drain line to prevent water damage if leakage should occur (see Figure 5).

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