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HOW SUNHEATER WORKS
• The pool pump circulates the
water through the collectors.
• The collectors absorb the heat
from the sun.
• Warm water is returned to
the pool.
SUNHEATER collectors have a web construction designed for
maximum heat absorption regardless of the position of the sun.
Collector Cross Section
SIZING GUIDES
ABOVEGROUND POOLS
Round
Oval
S12
2
0U
S2
22
0U
Up to 24'
Up to 15' x 30'
1 Box
1 Box*
Up to 33'
Up to 21' x 41'
2 Boxes
1 Box
*The S240U can be used but only a S140U is required.
INGROUND POOLS
Dimensions
S12
2
0U
S2
22
0U
Kits
Up to 15' x 30'
4 Boxes
2 Boxes
1 SK22U
Up to 16' x 36'
6 Boxes
3 Boxes
1 SK22U
Up to 20' x 40'
8 Boxes
4 Boxes
1 SK22U
S12
2
0U
Item
Description
Qty
A
1.5" Stainless Steel Hose Clamp
2
A
1.25" Stainless Steel Hose Clamp
2
B
3.75" Rubber Hose Connector
1
C
PVC Elbow Connector
2
D
PVC End Cap
2
E
Teflon Tape
1
S2
22
0U
Item
Description
Qty
A
1.5" Stainless Steel Hose Clamp
4
A
1.25" Stainless Steel Hose Clamp
2
B
3.75" Rubber Hose Connector
2
C
PVC Elbow Connector
2
D
PVC End Cap
4
E
Teflon Tape
1
Note: An extra rubber hose has been supplied to connect
additional SunHeater systems.
A
B
C
D
E
INSTALLATION
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Flathead screwdriver or 5/16” (8mm) nut driver
• Plug for return fitting
• For roof or rack mounting:
o Power drill
o 1/8” (3mm) drill bit
o #2 Phillips head drill bit
o Silicone sealant (GEII or equivalent)
GUIDELINES FOR POSITIONING THE COLLECTOR
• The collector(s) needs at least 6 hours of full sunlight daily.
• For ground installation, ensure the area is free of sharp objects prior
to installation.
• A 1hp pump will handle installations up to 30ft from the pool
equipment and a height of 1 story.
• The collector(s) can be installed on the ground, a roof, a rack or a fence.
Additional plumbing and hardware kits may be required (not included).
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE SUNHEATER SYSTEM.
LIST OF COMPONENTS
Use Sunheater Liquid Heatshield to hold in heat at night and
during cool weather. See www.sunheater.com.
