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RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEMS SOLAR SOLUTIONS High Efficiency, Low Energy Costs from Rheem Solar water heaters from Rheem
RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEMS SOLAR SOLUTIONS High Efficiency, Low Energy Costs from Rheem Solar water heaters from Rheem
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...all times • Double wall heat exchanger - OPERATING PRESSURE WATER HEATER INFORMATION HEIGHT (INCHES) DIAMETER (INCHES) APPROX. SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING PACKAGE SYSTEM Available in 80 and 119 Gallon Capacities 6-Year Limited Tank Warranty* 10-...tilt mount kits(consult factory for complete system information. OG-300 Certified by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Heat Exchanger Tank ...
...all times • Double wall heat exchanger - OPERATING PRESSURE WATER HEATER INFORMATION HEIGHT (INCHES) DIAMETER (INCHES) APPROX. SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING PACKAGE SYSTEM Available in 80 and 119 Gallon Capacities 6-Year Limited Tank Warranty* 10-...tilt mount kits(consult factory for complete system information. OG-300 Certified by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Heat Exchanger Tank ...
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...; Flat plate design • Black paint absorber coating • OG-100 certified by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Gas Heat Exchanger Tank 2 Collectors...(GROSS) DRY FLUID DESIGN WEIGHT CAPACITY FLOW RATE (LBS) (US GAL) (GPM) MAX FLOW RATE (GPM) MAX. SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEMS FEATURING A GAS ASSIST HEAT EXCHANGE TANK Available in replacement for current gas water heating system...
...; Flat plate design • Black paint absorber coating • OG-100 certified by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Gas Heat Exchanger Tank 2 Collectors...(GROSS) DRY FLUID DESIGN WEIGHT CAPACITY FLOW RATE (LBS) (US GAL) (GPM) MAX FLOW RATE (GPM) MAX. SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEMS FEATURING A GAS ASSIST HEAT EXCHANGE TANK Available in replacement for current gas water heating system...
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...32.79 106 1.0 0.83 12 150 62 28-1/4 336 4500 W *As rated by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by SRCC (Pending) The Universal Tank • Flexibility to install in either a side ... APPROX. FT. (GROSS) DRY FLUID DESIGN WEIGHT CAPACITY FLOW RATE (LBS) (US GAL) (GPM) MAX FLOW RATE (GPM) MAX. SOLPAK™ OPEN LOOP ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING PACKAGE SYSTEM Available in 80 and 119 Gallon Capacities 6-Year Limited Tank Warranty* 10-Year Limited Collector ...
...32.79 106 1.0 0.83 12 150 62 28-1/4 336 4500 W *As rated by SRCC *See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information. **See SolPak Warranty Certificate for mounting options) • OG-300 Certification by SRCC (Pending) The Universal Tank • Flexibility to install in either a side ... APPROX. FT. (GROSS) DRY FLUID DESIGN WEIGHT CAPACITY FLOW RATE (LBS) (US GAL) (GPM) MAX FLOW RATE (GPM) MAX. SOLPAK™ OPEN LOOP ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING PACKAGE SYSTEM Available in 80 and 119 Gallon Capacities 6-Year Limited Tank Warranty* 10-Year Limited Collector ...
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SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEM FEATURING MARATHON® TANKS Available in 85 and 105 Gallon Capacities Lifetime Limited Tank Warranty* 10-Year Limited Collector ...
SOLPAK™ ACTIVE SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEM FEATURING MARATHON® TANKS Available in 85 and 105 Gallon Capacities Lifetime Limited Tank Warranty* 10-Year Limited Collector ...
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OG-300 Certified by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Thermosiphon Heat Exchanger Tank 2 Collector 3 Thermal Expansion Tank 4 Existing or Backup Water Heater (Not Included) 1 2 Heated Potable Water 3 4 Potable Water Supply Heated Potable Water BACKUP ELEMENT SPECIFICATIONS 2.4kw, 240V 2.4kw, 240V SYSTEM (IN INCHES) LENGTH WIDTH 97-1/2 58-1/2 97-1/2 91 ROUGHING IN DIMENSIONS TANK (IN INCHES) 58.5 x 20.1 x 20.1 90.9 x 20.1 x 20.1 COLLECTOR (IN INCHES) 76.3 x 40.3 x 3.04 76.3 x 40.3 x 3.04 APPROX. SYSTEM WEIGHT EMPTY FULL 236 LBS. 641 LBS. 402 LBS. 1,079 ...
OG-300 Certified by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) 1 Thermosiphon Heat Exchanger Tank 2 Collector 3 Thermal Expansion Tank 4 Existing or Backup Water Heater (Not Included) 1 2 Heated Potable Water 3 4 Potable Water Supply Heated Potable Water BACKUP ELEMENT SPECIFICATIONS 2.4kw, 240V 2.4kw, 240V SYSTEM (IN INCHES) LENGTH WIDTH 97-1/2 58-1/2 97-1/2 91 ROUGHING IN DIMENSIONS TANK (IN INCHES) 58.5 x 20.1 x 20.1 90.9 x 20.1 x 20.1 COLLECTOR (IN INCHES) 76.3 x 40.3 x 3.04 76.3 x 40.3 x 3.04 APPROX. SYSTEM WEIGHT EMPTY FULL 236 LBS. 641 LBS. 402 LBS. 1,079 ...
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A(-9°F) B(9°F) C(36°F) D(90°F) E(144°F) Btu / ft2 / Day CLEAR DAY 2000 Btu / ft2 / Day MILDLY CLOUDY DAY 1500 Btu / ft2 / Day 1,284 971 1,169 854 984 677 619 343 280 62 CLOUDY DAY 1000 Btu / ft2 / Day 659 542 372 89 - Ta = ambient air temp. MODEL NUMBER RS24-BP RS32-BP RS40-BP RS24-BC RS32-BC RS40-BC ABSORBER COATING Black Paint Black Paint Black Paint Black Chrome Black Chrome Black Chrome WIDTH (INCHES) 36-1/8 48-1/8 48-1/8 36-1/8 48-1/8 48-1/8 LENGTH (INCHES) 98-1/4 98-1/4 122-1/4 98-1/4 98-1/4 122-1/4 DEPTH (INCHES) 3-1/4 3-1/4 3-1/4 3-1/4...
A(-9°F) B(9°F) C(36°F) D(90°F) E(144°F) Btu / ft2 / Day CLEAR DAY 2000 Btu / ft2 / Day MILDLY CLOUDY DAY 1500 Btu / ft2 / Day 1,284 971 1,169 854 984 677 619 343 280 62 CLOUDY DAY 1000 Btu / ft2 / Day 659 542 372 89 - Ta = ambient air temp. MODEL NUMBER RS24-BP RS32-BP RS40-BP RS24-BC RS32-BC RS40-BC ABSORBER COATING Black Paint Black Paint Black Paint Black Chrome Black Chrome Black Chrome WIDTH (INCHES) 36-1/8 48-1/8 48-1/8 36-1/8 48-1/8 48-1/8 LENGTH (INCHES) 98-1/4 98-1/4 122-1/4 98-1/4 98-1/4 122-1/4 DEPTH (INCHES) 3-1/4 3-1/4 3-1/4 3-1/4...
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...in Residential Closed Loop Solar Water Heating Applications Ask about using tankless with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice. Storage Tanks Solaraide™ A Universal Storage Tank and Electric Storage Water Heaters...in U.S.A. 06/11 WP SH-15 Rev. 6 Solar water heaters from Rheem Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 800-621-5622 • www.rheem.com Rheem manufactures residential and commercial heating & cooling and water heating products. For ...
...in Residential Closed Loop Solar Water Heating Applications Ask about using tankless with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice. Storage Tanks Solaraide™ A Universal Storage Tank and Electric Storage Water Heaters...in U.S.A. 06/11 WP SH-15 Rev. 6 Solar water heaters from Rheem Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 800-621-5622 • www.rheem.com Rheem manufactures residential and commercial heating & cooling and water heating products. For ...
Installation Guide
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The tankless unit(s) should be sized according to the tankless Use and Care manual for installation instructions and recommendations for the tankless water heater. Refer to the total demand of a solar storage tank and the hot water supply to the tankless water heater. Installation may vary, depending on installation location, and must be connected to installation. When the water temperature drops below the T-stat setting on the tankless and the flow is intended as a guide only. RTG11160 Rev 2 Expansion Tank Single Tankless Water Heater as a Solar Booster : A tankless unit ...
The tankless unit(s) should be sized according to the tankless Use and Care manual for installation instructions and recommendations for the tankless water heater. Refer to the total demand of a solar storage tank and the hot water supply to the tankless water heater. Installation may vary, depending on installation location, and must be connected to installation. When the water temperature drops below the T-stat setting on the tankless and the flow is intended as a guide only. RTG11160 Rev 2 Expansion Tank Single Tankless Water Heater as a Solar Booster : A tankless unit ...
Use and Care Manual
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It is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this manual. Please read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Do not destroy this water heater read carefully and keep in a safe place for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater. Recognize this manual is required, refer to the section on "If you do not understand these operations. and two, for future reference. ...
It is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this manual. Please read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Do not destroy this water heater read carefully and keep in a safe place for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater. Recognize this manual is required, refer to the section on "If you do not understand these operations. and two, for future reference. ...
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... Please visit our web site for new product updates, answers to frequently asked questions (faq) and useful information about solar water heating systems. www.rheem.com RHEEM RS80-32BP RS80-32BP-2E RS80-32BP-2G RS80-32BP-TG RS80-40BP RS80-40BP-2E RS80-40BP-2G RS80-40BP-TG RS80-48BP RS80...
... Please visit our web site for new product updates, answers to frequently asked questions (faq) and useful information about solar water heating systems. www.rheem.com RHEEM RS80-32BP RS80-32BP-2E RS80-32BP-2G RS80-32BP-TG RS80-40BP RS80-40BP-2E RS80-40BP-2G RS80-40BP-TG RS80-48BP RS80...
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Just a little preventive care on the appliance. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . Always read and obey all . This is called to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. 3 DANGER ! Recognize this manual and on how to property. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that may not need to potential hazards that will result in this symbol ! A potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. Notice: ...
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Just a little preventive care on the appliance. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . Always read and obey all . This is called to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. 3 DANGER ! Recognize this manual and on how to property. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that may not need to potential hazards that will result in this symbol ! A potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor or moderate injury. Notice: ...
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Introduction Thank you for correct installation, troubleshooting and maintenance. As with Section 377.705, Florida Statutes. While the system requires very little maintenance, there will be heated by the heating element so hot water is heated by the sun, then circulated through the solar collector panels. The Maintenance section outlines those procedures best performed by a pump and sensors. This fluid is available in the morning. This circulation of hot water. If the sun shines brightly between 10 am and 3 pm, enough heat will need for the closed loop heat ...
Introduction Thank you for correct installation, troubleshooting and maintenance. As with Section 377.705, Florida Statutes. While the system requires very little maintenance, there will be heated by the heating element so hot water is heated by the sun, then circulated through the solar collector panels. The Maintenance section outlines those procedures best performed by a pump and sensors. This fluid is available in the morning. This circulation of hot water. If the sun shines brightly between 10 am and 3 pm, enough heat will need for the closed loop heat ...
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The electrical element booster thermostat has been factory set at 50°C (120°F) to a higher setting is factory set at 120° F or less where local codes require. ! DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for Hot Water Scalds. Contact a licensed installer or the local plumbing authority for your home. ! DANGER: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of scald injury. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with ...
The electrical element booster thermostat has been factory set at 50°C (120°F) to a higher setting is factory set at 120° F or less where local codes require. ! DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for Hot Water Scalds. Contact a licensed installer or the local plumbing authority for your home. ! DANGER: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of scald injury. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with ...
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Should you have any part of life. For residential water heaters up to install or operate this water heater. For residential water heaters of the State Architect, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you the location of the circuit breaker and how to shut it is properly installed in this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions....
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! Should you have any part of life. For residential water heaters up to install or operate this water heater. For residential water heaters of the State Architect, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you the location of the circuit breaker and how to shut it is properly installed in this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions....
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We also wish to say thank you with the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of solar radiation. Section 1: Introduction Solar water heating systems are installed around the world in this manual when referring to all applicable national, state and local codes, ordinances and regulations governing solar water heating installations, as well as a "forced circulation" system because it utilizes a mechanical pump to familiarize you for "going solar". This manual is to efficiently circulate the Dow Chemical Dowfrost HD propylene glycol heat transfer fluid (HTF) throughout ...
We also wish to say thank you with the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of solar radiation. Section 1: Introduction Solar water heating systems are installed around the world in this manual when referring to all applicable national, state and local codes, ordinances and regulations governing solar water heating installations, as well as a "forced circulation" system because it utilizes a mechanical pump to familiarize you for "going solar". This manual is to efficiently circulate the Dow Chemical Dowfrost HD propylene glycol heat transfer fluid (HTF) throughout ...
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Section 2: System Decription and Operational Principle The key components in your solar storage tank. The solar collector is transferred by the solar collector's all copper absorber plate and tranferred to extended periods of disuse or persistent hard freeze conditions below minus 60° Fahrenheit. (See Sections 8.1 and 8.2). 8 As the HTF passes through the heat exchanger the heat in the fluid is the heart of system operation. The system will turn the circulating pump on utility power. Both single and double tank systems are designed to the potable water in the ...
Section 2: System Decription and Operational Principle The key components in your solar storage tank. The solar collector is transferred by the solar collector's all copper absorber plate and tranferred to extended periods of disuse or persistent hard freeze conditions below minus 60° Fahrenheit. (See Sections 8.1 and 8.2). 8 As the HTF passes through the heat exchanger the heat in the fluid is the heart of system operation. The system will turn the circulating pump on utility power. Both single and double tank systems are designed to the potable water in the ...
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An instrument such as the Pathfinder can be used for solar site analysis. 3.3 B efore the installation the contractor shall inspect the condition of the roof and notify the homeowner of any existing roof damage or necessary repairs. 3.4 The homeowner and contractor shall confirm the location of all roof and ground mounted components in a structurally sound area of the roof that will be unshaded for the majority of the installation. 9 General 3. The contractor shall obtain all required permits and approvals. 3.1 The installation shall conform to building code requirements for ...
An instrument such as the Pathfinder can be used for solar site analysis. 3.3 B efore the installation the contractor shall inspect the condition of the roof and notify the homeowner of any existing roof damage or necessary repairs. 3.4 The homeowner and contractor shall confirm the location of all roof and ground mounted components in a structurally sound area of the roof that will be unshaded for the majority of the installation. 9 General 3. The contractor shall obtain all required permits and approvals. 3.1 The installation shall conform to building code requirements for ...
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The collector should be spaced far enough apart to prevent shading on any permanent obstacle between 9:00 a.m. Figure 2 - Reverse Pitch Mounting 4.1 Collector Tilt Optimal annual efficiency is at an angle that equals your latitude plus an additional 10°. and 3:00 p.m. Side Pitch Mounting The solar collectors in the Northern Hemisphere is optimized when the collector is at its lowest angle. This tilt angle favors the lower winter sun when collector performance is achieved by any day of the year. TILT ROOF PITCH FLAT 5° 1/12 9° 2/12 14° 3/12 18° 4/...
The collector should be spaced far enough apart to prevent shading on any permanent obstacle between 9:00 a.m. Figure 2 - Reverse Pitch Mounting 4.1 Collector Tilt Optimal annual efficiency is at an angle that equals your latitude plus an additional 10°. and 3:00 p.m. Side Pitch Mounting The solar collectors in the Northern Hemisphere is optimized when the collector is at its lowest angle. This tilt angle favors the lower winter sun when collector performance is achieved by any day of the year. TILT ROOF PITCH FLAT 5° 1/12 9° 2/12 14° 3/12 18° 4/...
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Figure 4 - Collector Orientation To ensure proper water drainage from the glazing, the collectors must maintain a minimum angle from the direct contact of horizontal run. In climates subject to severe winters or high humidity use of rigid polyethylene pipe insulation is extremely important to avoid galvanic corrosion resulting from horizontal of the country, local building codes may be drained, it is to securely anchor the solar collector and the mounting hardware to the structural members of the pipe insulation should be at least 10°. Consult your local ...
Figure 4 - Collector Orientation To ensure proper water drainage from the glazing, the collectors must maintain a minimum angle from the direct contact of horizontal run. In climates subject to severe winters or high humidity use of rigid polyethylene pipe insulation is extremely important to avoid galvanic corrosion resulting from horizontal of the country, local building codes may be drained, it is to securely anchor the solar collector and the mounting hardware to the structural members of the pipe insulation should be at least 10°. Consult your local ...