Installer’s Guide – (Gas Post-Boost) Solar Water Heater
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H4110 4110 Rev. F
Installer’s Guide
Collectors – attaching Fittings
Step 12
All connections must be brass and all
pipe work must be copper
• Ensure fitting is fully engaged on to the
header pipe. This is very important for
correct connection.
• To ensure leak proof installation, hold
fitting A (see illustration in margin)
while tightening nut B to prevent
twisting the header pipe.
Critical: Do not use multi
grips or similar tool, as you
will damage the brass fittings.
Ensure you use the correct
size spanner.
Critical: The fitting must be as
tight as possible on the barrel
union to prevent the fitting
coming loose.
Ensure the brass conetite compression
fitting is installed in the correct direction
Hold fitting A while tightening nut B
to prevent twisting the header pipe
A
B
