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Periodic Maintenance
To ensure correct system operation and to retain your component warranty, the
system must be maintained in accordance with the recommended levels of
maintenance outlined below. Periodic maintenance should consist of the following;
Every 6 Months
o
Wash off dirt & debris (if required)
o
Check drains free of obstructions
Annually
o
Check solar panels for shading
o
Check thermal and pressure relief valves and pressure relief valves for
correct operation
o
Check tempering valve for correct water temperature
o
Check for worn seals around the solar panel
o
Check cables to thermocouple sensors
o
Check temperature sensor displayed temperatures
o
Check electrical system and water booster heater
o
Check pump and differential controller operation
3 years
o
Check system and connections for leaks
o
Replace pressure and thermal relief valves
o
Replace cylinder sacrificial anodes
o
Clean out strainers
WARNING: Glass tubes are fragile when removed from Solar Panel. Care must be
taken around broken glass and appropriate safety precautions taken when climbing
on roofs.
