Installation – solar storage tank, Solar water heater storage tank location – Rheem Water Heater User Manual
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INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK
THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING.
The system is suitable for installation with Rheem S 200 or T 200 solar
collectors.
The solar circuit must be installed with a continuous fall of a minimum 5° in the
pipe work from the solar collectors to the solar storage tank, the solar hot and
solar cold pipes must be fully insulated with closed cell polymer insulation
(minimum thickness 13 mm) and the system charged with correctly mixed
closed circuit fluid to offer protection against freeze damage. The system has
NO WARRANTY for freeze damage if there is not a continuous fall in the solar
hot and solar cold pipes or they are uninsulated or the closed circuit fluid has
been incorrectly mixed (refer to
on page 79 and to
on page 35). 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 both the maximum
length of the solar hot and solar cold pipes and the maximum height between
the solar storage tank and the solar collectors. Refer 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 covers, 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.
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