A. O. Smith SACE-01-M100501-000 User Manual
Residential Solar
Water Heating Systems
CIRREX®SOLAR ELECTRIC
PACKAGE SYSTEMS
The CIRREX® packaged system from A. O. Smith is the
latest advancement in solar water heating. With the
CIRREX
everything needed for a comprehensive solar system,
allowing for quick and easy specification and installation.
With Solar Energy Factor ratings up to 10.1 CIRREX
water heating systems can provide up to 70% of the energy
needed for water heating directly from the sun.
THE CIRREX® ADVANTAGE:
Standard and Deluxe solar system packages.
16 solar water heating systems - one, two or three collector
All systems are active closed loop systems using a mixture of
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solar water heating system, A. O. Smith provides
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solar
configurations collectors can be added for larger systems.
distilled water and non-toxic propylene glycol as a heat transfer fluid
in the solar loop to prevent freezing during winter.
All solar water heating systems are SRCC certified OG-300.
Highest quality solar thermal collectors from Chromagen
All solar thermal collectors are SRCC certified OG-100.
All system packages include integrated solar pump stations that
save time, money and provide a clean professional looking
installation.
80 & 120-gallon direct and indirect solar booster tanks with 4500
watt backup heating elements.
Single wall and double wall heat exchanger systems.
Solar Energy Factor (SEF) ratings up to 10.1.
Provides up to 70% of the energy needed for water heating directly
from the sun.
Can produce the same amount of energy as photovoltaic solar
collectors at 1/8th of the cost.
Full line of solar accessories including Solar Pathfinder™ site
analysis unit and Pathfinder Assistant Software, contractor
installation kits, collector tilt kits and roof mounting kits for
composite, flat, tile, split seam and corrugated metal roof
installations. Contact your local sales representative for more
information.
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Low Lead Compliant
Eligible for Federal Tax Credit:
through 2016. 30% of
the total installed costs – no cap.
For more information, visit
www.hotwater.com.
10-year limited warranty on collectors, 6-year limited warranty on
solar booster tanks, 2-year limited warranty on pump station, 1-year
limited warranty on miscellaneous parts. For complete information,
consult the included written warranty or contact A. O. Smith Water
Products Company.
February 2011
Proudly partnered with
Chromagen to provide solar
thermal collectors.
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Residential Solar
Water Heating Systems
SOLAR THERMAL COLLECTORS
Collectors are assembled using the highest quality materials and advanced techniques, which
result in highly efficient, durable products you can depend on for years to come.
Optimal heat absorption and efficiency.
Riser tubes are laser welded to the absorber
plate which ensures optimum heat transfer
and permanent bond.
Three insulation layers provide a cumulative
thermal resistance value of R-8.
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1. Low-iron patterned and tempered glazing
provides superior strength, anti-glare
surface and 91% solar transmittance.
2. Aluminum absorber plate with spectrally
selective black coating provides more
than 90% solar absorption and less than 40%
IR emission for high performance even in
cooler climates.
3. Rugged nylon glass fiber moldings on all four
corners protect collectors and adjacent
property from damage during transport and
installation.
4. 1-1/8 inch outside diameter (O.D.) copper
sweat inlet/outlet connections.
5. Glass wool insulation layer
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6. Black anodized extruded aluminum casing interlocking construction assembly - requires no
fasteners that loosen over time and allow
moisture infiltration.
7. Integrated aluminum foil insulation barrier.
8. Injected rigid Polyurethane foam insulation layer.
9. Durable black Polypropylene backsheet - resists
punctures during transport and installation,
resists corrosion for the life of the collectors.
10. Type M copper risers 5/8” and manifolds 1-1/8” are
brazed together in a parallel tube configuration
ensuring optimal flow and a low pressure drop.
Collectors may be installed in portrait or
landscape orientation.
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