10 33-1197 Solahart Owner ‟ s Manual – Thermosiphon Systems - Revision H – Nov 2013
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - ALL MODELS General
INSTALLATION STANDARDS The water heater must be installed : by a qualified person , and in accordance with the installation instructions , and in Australia , in compliance with Standards AS / NZS 3500.4 , AS / NZS 3000 , AS 5601 or AS / NZS 5601.1 , as applicable under local regulations , and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements , or in other countries , in compliance with national and local codes and regulatory authority requirements .
In New Zealand , the installation must also conform with NZS 5261 , as applicable under local regulations , and Clause G12 of the New Zealand Building Code .
INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING CODES
Victorian Installers Notice to Victorian Installers from the Victorian Plumbing Industry Commission if this solar water heater is installed in a new Class 1 dwelling in the State of Victoria . The system model number is to be recorded on the Certificate of Compliance . It is also a requirement to provide the householder with permanent documentation recording the system model number exactly as it is shown in the „ List of systems capable of complying with the regulations ‟ published by Sustainability Victoria ( see www . sustainability . vic . gov . au ). This documentation may be in the form of an indelible label adhered to the solar storage tank , or other suitable form placed in an accessible location , such as the meter box , for later inspection .
WATER HEATER APPLICATION This water heater is designed for the purpose of heating potable water . Its use in an application other than this may shorten its life .
If this water heater is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for the application or business , then there should be redundancy within the hot water system design . This should ensure the continuity of hot water supply in the event that this water heater was to become inoperable for any reason . We recommend you provide advice to the system owner about their needs and building backup redundancy into the hot water supply system .
LOCATION The installation should be as close as possible to the most frequently used hot water outlet or existing water heater system in retrofit installations . The water heater must be installed in an area that is free of shade all year round . Ensure that trees do not shade the water heater , particularly in winter .
NOTE : The element / anode end of the Tank should be placed no nearer than ¾ length of the Tank , to any wall or obstruction , so that the anode can be replaced during a service .
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WARNING : THE WATER HEATER MUST BE INSTALLED ON AN ADEQUATELY SUPPORTED AREA OF ROOF . IN CYCLONE AREAS ADDITIONAL MOUNTING RESTRAINTS ARE REQUIRED
Refer to the Technical Specifications section for the weight of the water heater . It is advisable that the weight of the water heater be braced to a load bearing wall . If in any doubt of the construction or the condition of the roof , obtain advice from a registered builder or structural engineer . The installer must ensure that the structural integrity of the roof is not compromised by the installation of the solar water heater .
In areas susceptible to cyclones , hurricanes or very high winds , a suitable With Pitch frame is required . Refer to your local Solahart Dealer for details . The installation of this solar water heater on a suitable frame , subject to the frame ‟ s design criteria not being exceeded : is suitable for installation in geographic locations up to and within Wind Region D ( With Pitch frame ) or up to and within Wind Region C ( Fixed Pitch frame ), as defined in the Building Code of Australia , Australian / New Zealand Standard AS / NZS 1170.2:2002 and the Australian Standard AS 4055-2006 , or equivalent location , and also provides an acceptable method of installation where it is necessary to satisfy the requirements of the Building Code of Australia and AS / NZS 3500.4 Clause 6.5.3.4 for high wind areas , or equivalent requirements .