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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
b
The system must be installed by specialist personnel.
Use only the assembly material supplied with the solar
collector. The supporting framework and all masonry or
brickwork fixing points must be checked by a person ex-
pert in static loading, and must be suitable for the nature
of the installation site.
b
The solar collector must only be installed on roofs or
frames that are strong enough to support its weight. The
strength of the roof or frame must be verified on site by a
person expert in static loading before the solar collector
is installed. During this process, it is important to verify
the suitability of the supporting frame to hold the screw
fasteners that fix the solar collector in place. An expert
in static loading must verify that the entire frame com-
plies with relevant standards, especially in areas liable
to snow and areas exposed to high winds. Conditions
(gusts of wind, formation of wind vortices, etc.) at the
point where the solar collector is to be installed must be
carefully considered since these can increase the loads
on the supporting structure.
b
Solar collector pipes must be connected through a (yel-
low-green) connector of at least 16 mm
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Cu (H07 V-U o
R) to the potential compensation main bar. If a lighting
rod is already installed, collectors can be integrated in
the existing system. If this is not the case, it is possible
to carry out earthing with a buried earth cable. The earth
duct must be laid outside the house. Furthermore, the
earth cable must be connected to the compensation bar
through a duct having the same diameter.
b
All pipes in the water circuit must be insulated in con-
formity to relevant standards. Lagging and insulation
must be protected against damage by the weather and
birds and animals.
b
The collector is suitable for a minimum inclination of 15°,
up to a maximum of 75°.
b
This instruction manual is an integral part of the prod-
uct. It must be kept safe and must ALWAYS accompany
the product, even if it is sold to another owner or trans-
ferred to another user or to another installation. If you
lose this manual, order a replacement immediately. Keep
the product purchase documents to be presented to the
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authorised Technical Assistance Centre to
request a service call under warranty.
b
Size the solar expansion tank so as to ensure complete
absorption of the expansion of the fluid contained within
the system, with reference to the prevailing regulations
on the matter. In particular, consider fluid characteris-
tics, considerable fluctuation of service temperature and
vapour that might be generated during solar collector
stagnation stage. Proper size of expansion tank ensures
setting off of all volume changes of the heat transfer fluid,
avoiding excessive pressure increase. Limited pressure
changes avoid reaching safety valve opening pressure
and the consequent fluid drainage.
PRECAUTIONS
b
Always wear safety goggles when drilling. Always wear
safety shoes, cut-proof protective gloves and a safety
helmet when performing installation work.
b
Before beginning installation work on roofs, install the
necessary fall prevention and fall arrest devices and en-
sure that all applicable safety standards are applied. Use
only tools and materials that conform to the safety stand-
ards that are applicable in the place of work.
b
Use only overalls with harness (with lacing or restraining
belt, connection ropes or bands, fall dampeners, heat
sinks) certified for the risk detected according to the type
of covering and allowing operating in complete safety.
b
The use of ladders leaned against walls can lead to se-
rious falls if the ladder slips, slides of falls. When using
ladders, always ensure that they are stable, and that suit-
able ladder stops are present. If possible secure the lad-
der with hooks. Make sure that there are no live electrical
wires near the ladder.
a
Never attempt to install the system without using suitable
personal protection equipment and without following all
applicable occupational safety standards.
a
Do not touch the product when barefoot or wet if it has
any electrical accessories installed in it.
a
Never clean or service the storage cylinder without first
turning the mains power switch OFF to disconnect all
electrical accessories (if fitted) from the mains electricity
supply.
a
If solar plant pressure decreases, it is forbidden to top
up with only water as there is a danger of freezing and
overheating.
a
Do not dispose of packaging material into the environ-
ment, or leave it within the reach of children, since it can
become a potential hazard. Dispose of packaging mate-
rial in compliance with applicable legislation.
