Universol UniverSol 32, Installation Manual

Installation Manual

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12. Repair Procedures

NOTE: The UniverSol Replacement Kit is a very durable product,  

but there are a few steps you should take to protect its longevity.

(1) Try to avoid walking on the collectors. If you cannot avoid it, always wear soft-soled shoes.  

(2) Do not install the collectors during temperatures lower than 35 degrees.

If any of the riser tube in the UniverSol collector should become damaged for any 

reason, it can be repaired using the (2-3020-029) repair tool kit and (2-1120-001) 

repair plugs. The repair tool kit consists of a 1/4” repair chisel, an insert tool,  

and a (PVC) carrying case. Follow instructions for repair:

1. 

Utilizing the repair chisel, cut the damaged riser as close as 

possible to the header carefully avoiding damaging adjacent riser. 

(The sloped side of the chisel should face away from the header).

2.

 Spray the shaft of the insert tool and the rubber insert with silicone spray. Insert 

the insert tool into the rubber insert. By holding the rubber insert with one hand  

and the insert tool with the other, gently stretch the rubber insert. As you do,  

push the rubber insert all of the way into the header’s opening. Stretching  

the rubber insert first allows for easier insertion into the header.

3.

 Pull out the rubber insert tool. Using your fingers or channel-lock 

pliers, push a poly-insert into the rubber insert as far as you can.

4. 

Cut the riser tube to the desired length and slide it over 

the stub of the poly-insert for a straight, eye pleasing fit.

5.

 REPEAT steps 1-4 for the other end of the riser tube. (At the opposite header).