Technical data

SOLC220 - Free standing kit
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ST0117 – C 08/09
SOLAR
Risk assessment
The compilation of a risk assessment is strongly recommended before installing the
product. The following areas require particular consideration in addition to the informa-
tion required by the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- scalding: where appropriate or required by law a thermostatic mixing valve is to be
fitted to the hot water outlet of the cylinder
- explosion: the unit is fully equipped with all relevant safety equipment to comply with
current regulations. The correct design and function has been verified by independent
third party testing. The correct application thereof is the responsibility of the compe-
tent installer.
- water borne organisms (i.e. Legionella): if applicable a risk assessment should be
carried out following the recommendations outlined in the Approved Code of Practise
L8.
- the user preference must be considered when commissioning the system, in particular
when adjusting the solar and auxiliary system temperature and timer settings.
Tools Required
- 2 people required for installation
- Cordless drill
- 10mm wood or masonry drill bit
- 13mm socket wrench
- Spanners 13/17mm
- Measuring Tape
Earthing and Lightening Protection
If a lightening arrester is available, the collector frame should be connected to it. This
may be preformed using the collector frame, because the slot for mounting on the re-
verse side of the collector is ideally suited for fixing a thick cable. If no arrester is avail-
able, the potential equalization is carried out using a connection of a cable at the
tube(s) which are led in the building. Please consult local regulations to ensure adher-
ence.
Pipe Work
The pipe work from the collector to the pump unit and from the pump unit to the cylin-
der is to be all metal. The joints have to be high temperature resistant (compression or
high temperature flat seal). For more information please see Technical Manual – Com-
plete guide to Dimplex Solar, ST0133.