S-Power PERFORMANCE SERIES Heat Pipe Collectors Simply the Best Innovation prize 2008 for the S-Power vacuum tubes. From glass factory to finished high performance vacuum tubes, HighTech "Made in Germany".
Simply the Best Prior to installation, please check for updates to this document at www.stiebel-eltron-usa.com/install.html S-Power Performance Series Instruction Manual Rev.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operation manual before installing or using this product. ! This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WORK AREA (Especially when working on the roof) » Keep the work area clean and well organized. » Keep bystanders, children and visitors away from the work area while installing this product. Distractions can cause one to lose control and personal injury can occur. » Be aware of, and avoid, any power lines that may be in the vicinity. Avoid using a metal ladder near power lines or exposed energized electrical equipment. » Always wear slip resistant (e.g.
Installation Safety » Always consult local and state building codes and other applicable standards and regulations before beginning a solar collector installation. » Adhere to all applicable codes and standards during installation. Special consideration must be given to building code requirements for the penetration of structural members and fire rated assemblies. » Only use ladders and appropriate accessories (ladder levelers, jacks or hooks) for their designed purposes.
The Stiebel Eltron S-Power Performance Series HP evacuated-tube solar collector must be mounted and operated according to theapproved safety rules and technical regulations, of each locale. During assembly, workers must adhere to the respective national regulations for employee protection (e.g. OSHA) and accident prevention. This is especially important when working on the roof. Lightning Protection NOTICE All electrical equipment with a metal housing must be grounded.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & REQUIREMENTS FOR ROOFTOP ASSEMBLY Risk of Burning ! WARNING » The metal parts of the collector can become very hot when exposed to the sun even on cloudy days and can cause burns when touched! Do not leave a collector unprotected to the sunlight after unpacking it. Install the roof assembly on a cloudy day and preferably not at noontime or shade the collector with a light blocking material.
WHO IS ALLOWED TO INSTALL SOLAR COLLECTORS? AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED FOR THE ROOF INSTALLATION. The planning of the installation and the installation on the roof as well as the setup of the Stiebel Eltron S-Power high performance heat pipe collector may only be done by persons who are familiar with and can carry out a proper installation due to their qualification and/or certification.
Simply the Best Installation instructions for: S-Power SP-20 Simply the Best + Simply the Best S-Power SP-30 General information: The tube sets should be transported horizontally. Only up to max. 7 cartons may be stacked on top of one and other. Our installation sets are valid for all snow load zones (except zone 3). In storm areas, special structural analyses must be carried out.
i Set the cap profile in the façade or elevated track. For wall/façade installation, the cap profile is to be vertically mounted. Wall/facade, flat roof and corrugated metal installation (roof and wall) S-Power SP-20 25.25 inches — 37.75 inches S-Power SP-30 38.75 inches — 55.5 inches 76.
Simply the Best Installation measurements for the heatpipe collector » Tiled roof installation: S-Power SP-20 25.25 inches — 37.75 inches S-Power SP-30 38.75 inches — 55.5 inches • SP-30 Header 76.75 inches S-Power SP-20 25.25 inches — 37.75 inches S-Power SP-30 38.75 inches — 55.5 inches Stiebel Eltron, Inc. 17 West Street West Hatfield, MA 01088 Telephone: 800.582.8423 | Fax: 413.247.3369 | info@stiebel-eltron-usa.com | Installation instructions • SP-20 Footer www.stiebel-eltron-usa.
Install the supporting bracket: Attach with Locking nut - screw nut M8. 4 + 5 When installing multiple collectors in series, make sure that the o-ring connector is completely inserted into both collectors. Collector casing and drum must be mounted straight and flush with each other. • SP-30 4 5 Insert the Stiebel Eltron S-Power high performance heatpipe tube into the rubber rings, which have to be lubricated beforehand with soap.
Simply the Best 10 + 11 : Spray the screw-in connection and cogging of the supporting bracket with e.g. WD 40. Mount the end cap and connection tube 10 11 • SP-30 1 Footer: 13 14 • SP-20 12 Collector casing: 15 » Recommendation: The casing may be mounted to the supporting bracket even before inserting the tubes, as the tube is lockable by itself. Stiebel Eltron, Inc. 17 West Street West Hatfield, MA 01088 Telephone: 800.582.8423 | Fax: 413.247.3369 | info@stiebel-eltron-usa.
For all types of installations: Mount the end cap. 16 + 17 16 17 • SP-30 1 i 19 20 • SP-20 18 Caution! The euro-conus connector or the sensor T-piece should always be mounted ont he collector discharge side. For laterally-inverted connections, the adapter (Art.-No. 791069) should be used.
WARNING! HANDLE THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THIS PRODUCT IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THE INSTALLATION MANUAL AND ARE NOT EXPERIENCED WITH SOLAR THERMAL COLLECTORS MADE BY STIEBEL ELTRON. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS HIRE AN EXPERIENCED NABCEP CERTIFIED SOLAR THERMAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR. THE INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MECHANICAL STABILITY AND STRENGTH OF ALL INSTALLED INTERFACE CONNECTIONS TO THE BUILDING/BUILDING’S ENVELOPE.
Simply the Best We are available for questions concerning the installation of our high quality vacuum tube collectors at any time: Stiebel Eltron, Inc. 17 West Street West Hatfield, MA 01088 Phone: 800.582.8423 Fax: 413.247.3369 E-mail: info@stiebel-eltron-usa.com Internet: www.stiebel-eltron-usa.com Stiebel Eltron, Inc. 17 West Street West Hatfield, MA 01088 Telephone: 800.582.8423 | Fax: 413.247.3369 | info@stiebel-eltron-usa.com 16 | www.stiebel-eltron-usa.
