Clearly Solar
Solar Thermal Flat Plate Collector
Installation Instructions
Horizontal In-roof mounting
22°- 75°
SRH 2.3
www.glow-worm.co.uk
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Guarantee Registration
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These instructions must be handed to the user on completion of the installation.
CONTENTS DESCRIPTION SECTION PAGE
Warnings 4
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Important Information 4
Statutory Requirements 5
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATION
ROOF MOUNTING
Technical Specication 1 6
Technical Data 2 7
Collector and Hydraulic Connection
Arrangement 3 8
Hydraulic Connection Kits 4 9
Single Collector Flashing
Kit - 22-75º 5 10
Two Collector Flashing
Kit - 22-75º 6 16
One Collector Extension Kit 7 23
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WARNINGS
Metal Parts
This solar panel contains metal parts (components) and care should be taken when handling,
with particular regard to edges.
Risk of death from falls and falling objects
Observe the national regulations for working at heights.
Danger of burning and scalding
In case of solar irradiation inside the units, solar panels can reach 200°C.
Remove the sun protection lm installed at the factory only after the solar energy system has been started up.
Sealed Components
Under no circumstances must the user interfere with or adjust sealed parts.
Important Information
General
These instructions must be handed to the user on completion
of the installation.
This installation instruction applies exclusively to the mounting
of the solar collector.
The solar collector is one component in a solar system and
it is recommended that you read all other component(s)
literature prior to installation.
We accept no liability for any damage caused by failure to
observe these instructions.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
Under Section 6 of The Health and Safety at Work Act
1974, we are required to provide information on substances
hazardous to health.
The adhesives and sealants used in this appliance are cured
and give no known hazard in this state.
Solar uid
For solar uid safety data, please refer to Clearly Solar
System Hydraulics literature.
Manual Handling
With regards to the “Manual Handling Operations, 1992
Regulations”, this product exceeds the recommended weight
for a one man lift.
Recommend 2 person lift. Ensure safe lifting techniques are
used – keep back straight – bend using legs. Keep load as
close to body as possible. Ensure co-ordinated movements
during lift. Clear the route before attempting the lift. If
removing from truck straddle the load and tilt forwards to
facilitate secure grip. Do not twist – reposition feet instead.
Take care to avoid trip hazards, slippery or wet surfaces and
when climbing steps or ladders. Always use assistance if
required.
Installation of the solar collector will require a risk
assessment.
Testing and Certication
This solar collector is tested and certicated for safety and
performance. It is, therefore, important that no alteration is
made, without permission, in writing, by Glow-worm.
Any alteration not approved by Glow-worm, could invalidate
the certication, warranty and may also infringe the current
issue of the statutory requirements.
CE Mark
The CE mark on the solar collector indicates that it complies
with the basic requirements of the applicable directives as
stated on the data label.
Damage from lightning
If the installation height is more than 20m, electro-conductive
components must be connected to a lightning protection
device.
Frost Protection
Under no circumstances should water be in the solar collector
if there is a danger of frost.
After pressurisation and ushing, the solar collector(s) may
contain water residue.
Water remaining in the solar circuit will dilute the uid.
Immediately ll the solar system with solar uid. Check the
uid concentration with a frost protection tester.
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Statutory Requirements
IMPORTANT
Where no British Standards exists, materials and equipment
should be t for their purpose and of suitable quality and
workmanship.
The installation of this solar collector must be carried out by
a competent person in accordance the rules in force in the
countries of destination.
Manufacturer’s instructions must not be taken as overriding
statutory requirements.
Statutory Requirements
In GB, the installation of the solar collector must comply
with the requirements of the current issue of the following
regulations:
The manufacturer’s instructions supplied.
The appropriate Buildings Regulations either The Building
Regulations, The Building Regulations (Scotland),The
Building Regulations (Northern Ireland).
Working at Heights Regulations 2005.
Connecting thermal solar appliances.
Lightning protection requirements.
Equipotential bonding of electrical installations.
The Health and Safety at Work Act
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH).
The Current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
The Water Supply (water ttings) Regulations 1999 or the
Water Byelaws 2000 (Scotland).
Where no specic instructions are given, reference should be
made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.
Regulations for the prevention of accidents
At all times follow the national regulations on working at
heights.
Make sure there is suitable safety equipment such as
scaffolding or protective walls to prevent falling from roofs.
Fall protection systems such as the Glow-worm fall protection
system (item no. 0020054985) also has a fall arresting device
if the roof scaffold and protective roof wall are inappropriate
for the specic task.
Only use tools and equipment such as lifting gear or ladders
in accordance with the lifting regulations.
Cordon off areas below the working area sufciently to protect
people from falling objects.
Mark the working area, for example with warning signs as
described by the national regulations.
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1 Technical Specication
Design Description
The Clearly Solar collector, collects the available solar
radiation and transfers the heat through the solar uid into the
system.
It has been designed to compliment the complete range of
Glow-worm solar system components.
The kits are suitable for roof pitches between 22°- 75°, please
choose from the table below.
The solar thermal at plate collector includes a saltwater-
resistant aluminium frame as well as a copper surface
absorber with a high selective coating.
The at plate collector has a CFC-free, standstill temperature-
resistant mineral wool insulation for long-life and excellent
heat insulation.
Hydraulic connections are push-t with double ‘O’ ring
sealing. The sensor sleeve is integrated into the hydraulic ow
connection.
The following kits are available and dependant upon the
number of collectors, the quantities required are listed in the
following table and illustrated in the appropriate sections:-
Number of collectors 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
1 collector in-roof kit
Part number 0020060315
2 collector in-roof kit
Part number 0020060317
Extension kit (additional
collector)
Part number 0020060326
Easy fit hydraulic
connection set - section 4
Part number 0020065271
Easy fit hydraulic
extension set - section 4
Part number 0020059909
1 - - - - - - - - - - -
- 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
- - 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
6
1233
2 Technical Data
14921
2033
79
1178
1075
80
Horizontal Collector
79
1978
Diagram 2.1
Appliance designation Unit. Clearly Solar
Absorber type Serpentine
Gross area m
Aperture surface area m
Absorber surface area m
2
2
2
2.51
2.35
2.33
Absorber Aluminium (vacuum coated) 0.5 x 1178 x 1978
Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 1233 x 2033 x 80
Weight (Dry) kg 38
Fluid content l 2.16
Copper pipe connection, at-face Ø mm G 3/4" (DN16)
Insulation thickness mm 40
Max. operating pressure bar 10
Glass type Solar safety glass (prismatic structure)
Glass covering mm 3.2 (thickness) x 2033 x 1233
Coating High selective (blue)
Solar safety glass transmission t (dew)
Absorber emission ε (epsilon)
%
t = 91
% 5 ± 2
α = 95% ε = 5%
Back wall insulation mm, W/mk, kg/m 95 ± 2
Stagnation temperature °C 210
Efciency η
0
% 80
Heat capacity Ws/ (m•K) 5014
2
Efciency coefcient k1 W/(m
Efciency coefcient k2 W/(m
•K) 3.7
2
•K2) 0,012
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3 Solar Collector and Hydraulic Connection Arrangement
Solar Collector
The recommended collector panel arrangements are shown
below.
Roof Pitch 220-75
0
1-5 Collectors
1
...
6 and up to 10 max Collectors
1
...
Hydraulic Connections
It is recommended that the hydraulic connections should be
made as shown below.
15045
4 5
9 10
IMPORTANT: THE HYDRAULIC FLOW CAN BE DIAGONAL OR TOP AND BOTTOM.
Diagram 3.1
8
4 Hydraulic Connection Kits
14699
6
5
1
4
7
2
1
6
3
7
1
1
Easy fit hydraulic connection set - Part No. 0020065271
Part Description Qty.
1 Securing clip 4
2 Flow connection 1
3 Return (inlet) 1
4 Lower plug 1
5 Upper plug (with ventilation) 1
Easy fit hydraulic extension set - Part No. 0020059909
Part Description Qty.
6 Pipe coupling 2
7 Securing clip 4
9
Diagram 4.1
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
0
15
3
12
1
15051
13
2
11
5
4
10
8
14
5
7
6
SCREW
TX25
9
1 collector in-roof kit for roof angle 22-75° - Kit No. 0020060315
Part Description Qty.
1 Tile bar 1
2 Right ridge plate 1
3 Upper ridge plate coupling 1
4 Left side section 1
5 Roof batten 2
6 Right front flashing 1
7 Left front flashing 1
8 Inner clamp 6
Screws No.1
9
10 Support board 1
11 Support plate 3
12 External clamp 8
13 Left ridge plate 1
14 Right side section 1
15 Profile end 2
Screws No.2
Screws No.3
Screws No.4
Screws No.5
No.1
SCREW
No.2
SCREW
22
5
3
8
4
No.3
SCREW
No.4
SCREW
No.5
Diagram 5.1
10
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
Roof Requirements
Refer to the diagram and table below and conrm the roof
requirements before installation.
1925
150
A
Distance ‘A’ must
be between 280mm
and 309mm. Use an
additional batten if
required
2597
0
The bottom
flashing is fixed
to this (original)
batten
Additional
batten to
support the
collector
15401
TOP
BATTEN
Diagram 5.2
IMPORTANT
● Do not remove the protection lm until the system is to be
commissioned.
● With due regard to the complete weight of the solar
collector system, (refer to technical data) ensure the
roof rafters and battens are in good condition and have
sufcient load carrying capacity and the battens are
secure.
● If you are using the existing roof battens for xing, ensure
that they are secured at each rafter.
5.1 Installation
NOTE: Ensure adequate provision has been made for the
ow and return pipes to enter/exit the roof space, dependant
on their location. The preferred hydraulic scheme will
determine their location, refer to Section 3.
Refer to diagram 5.1 and check the contents of the kits prior
to commencing work on the roof.
Based on the dimensions, above, remove the roof covering.
Fix the lower ashing support batten, see diagram 5.2.
Position the lower ashing onto the roof batten and secure
with the six screws (no.1) and Torx bit supplied, see diagram
5.3.
15145
1580
FLASHINGS
No.1
Diagram 5.3
11
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
Position the collector protective side uppermost, into the
location channel as shown in diagram 5.4.
NOTE: The design is symmetrical and does not have a top or
bottom.
Secure the collector with the clamps and screws provided, see
diagram 5.5.
With regards to the hydraulic system you have chosen, insert
and secure the hydraulic connections, see diagram 5.6.
Insert the collector sensor into the appropriate elbow (ow,
top), see diagram 5.6. The collector sensor is packed with the
Fluropro controller, part no. 0020054960.
Mount the plug with the bleed valve in the opposite top
position.
SCREW
(No.3)
CLAMP
0
14974
Connect the collector Flow and Return to the system circuit.
Ensure that all of the following steps have been performed:-
- All the connections have been xed with securing clips.
- All hydraulic connections laid properly.
- The collector sensor has been connected.
- The collectors are connected to a lightning protection device.
- A pressure test.
- All insulation is intact.
NOTE: After initial commissioning and according to the season,
high outside temperature oscillations can cause condensation
in the collector, this is normal.
Fit the side sections to the collector frame, ensure that it is
pushed into place on the upper collector edge, see diagram
5.7.
15146
Diagram 5.5
COLLECTOR
SENSOR
Diagram 5.6
15048
LOCATION
CHANNELS
Diagram 5.4
12
14979
SIDE
SECTION
COLLECTOR
Diagram 5.7
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
0
Secure the side sections to the roof battens with the supplied
clamps, screws (No. 2) and Torx bit supplied, see diagram
5.8.
5.2 Support plates/board
Fix the top batten into position as shown in diagram 5.9.
Mount the support plates above the collector and make sure
that the support plates are on the collector frame slot, see
diagram 5.10.
Fix the support plates to the top roof batten with two screws
(No.3) using the supplied Torx bit.
Slide the board through the support plates.
Fix the board to the support plates with two screws (No. 2)
using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 5.10.
Slide the ridge plate on the support plates, see diagram 5.11.
Make sure that the ridge plates are above the side sections
and engaged in the corresponding rail (2).
14978
COLLECTOR FRAME
SLOT
SUPPORT PLATES
1066
1066
15029
SCREWS
(No.3)
max 150
15123
SIDE
SECTION
CLAMP
SCREW (No.2)
350mm
Diagram 5.8
TOP
BATTEN
15308
SCREWS
(No.2)
Diagram 5.10
RIDGE
PLATE
15148
Diagram 5.9
A
Diagram 5.11
13
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
Fix the ridge plates to the roof battens with the screws (No. 1)
using the supplied Torx bit.
Fix the ridge plate coupling to the ridge plate joint with three
screws (No. 5) using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 5.12.
5.3 Tile Bars
Place the tile bars on the ridge plates.
Bend the metal bands and hook the tile bars to the roof batten
from the top, see diagram 5.13.
5.4 Covering the prole ends
Cover the side prole ends and the collector joints with the
prole end pieces, see diagram 5.1 for prole end location.
Fit the prole end pieces to the bottom of the collector edge
and then tilt them up, until they lock in the upper collector
edge, see diagram 5.14.
No.5
0
15147
No.1
RIDGE PLATE
COUPLING
Diagram 5.12
TILE BAR
STRAP
TILE BAR
PROFILE END PIECE
15125
Diagram 5.13
14981
14
COLLECTOR
EDGE
Diagram 5.14
5 Single Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
5.5 Flexible ashing
Remove the protection lm from the adhesive surface of the
exible ashing.
NOTE: Ensure that the adhesive surface is dry and free from
dust and grease.
Contour the exible ashing to the tile shape, see diagram
5.15.
Stick the exible ashing to parts that overlap.
5.6 Sealing strip
Attach the self adhesive sealing strip on the side sections of
the collector frame as shown in diagram 5.16 and also on the
ridge plates, see diagram 5.17.
If necessary carefully cut the sealing strip with a trimming knife.
0
14966
FLEXIBLE
FLASHING
OVERLAP
Diagram 5.15
SEALING
STRIP
14968
Diagram 5.16
14968
SEALING STRIP
15
Diagram 5.17
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
0
2
16
1
15049
3
14
18
10
15
17
11
4
8
TX25
Part Description Qty.
1 Tile bar 2
2 Left ridge plate 1
3 Right ridge plate 1
4 Left side section 1
5 Right side section 1
6 Profile end 3
7 Right lower flashing 1
8 Left lower flashing 1
9 Intermediate plate 1
10 Roof batten 3
11 Inner clamp 9
12 Central flashing 1
SCREW
No.1
2 collector in-roof kit for roof angle 22-75° - Kit No.
SCREW
No.2
SCREW
No.3
SCREW
No.4
0020060317
SCREW
No.5
9
5
6
12
7
13
Part Description Qty.
Screws No.1
13
14 External clamp 8
15 Support board 2
16 Upper ridge plate coupling 3
17 Support plate 5
18 Central ridge plate 2
Screws No.2
Screws No.3
Screws No.4
Screws No.5
Diagram 6.1
44
20
10
18
7
16
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
Roof Requirements
Refer to the diagram and table below and conrm the roof
requirements before installation.
1925
150
A
Distance ‘A’ must
be between 280mm
and 309mm. Use an
additional batten if
required
4660
0
The bottom
flashing is fixed
to this (original)
batten
Additional
batten to
support the
collector
15402
TOP
BATTEN
Diagram 6.2
IMPORTANT
● Do not remove the protection lm until the system is to be
commissioned.
● With due regard to the complete weight of the solar
collector system, (refer to technical data) ensure the
roof rafters and battens are in good condition and have
sufcient load carrying capacity and the battens are
secure.
● If you are using the existing roof battens for xing, ensure
that they are secured at each rafter.
6.1 Installation
NOTE: Ensure adequate provision has been made for the
ow and return pipes to enter/exit the roof space, dependant
on their location. The preferred hydraulic scheme will
determine their location, refer to Section 3.
Refer to diagram 6.1 and check the contents of the kits prior
to commencing work on the roof.
Based on the dimensions, above, remove the roof covering.
Fix the lower ashing support batten, see diagram 6.2.
Position the left lower ashing onto the roof batten and
secure.
NOTE: All ashings are secured with six securing screws
(no.1), using the Torx bit supplied, see diagram 6.3.
Slide the central lower ashing up to the mark on the left lower
ashing and secure.
Slide the right lower ashing up to the mark on the central
ashing and secure.
15128
1580
LOWER FLASHINGS
No.1
Diagram 6.3
17
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
0
Position the collector panel protective side uppermost into the
location channel as shown in diagram 6.5.
NOTE: The design is symmetrical and does not have a top or
bottom.
Insert the pipe couplings into the hydraulic socket connection.
The pipe coupling should be inserted up to the stop and
secured with its securing clip.
Place the next collector into its position as previously
described, then push the collector, ensuring engagement of
the pipe coupling, see diagram 6.5, and align with the marks
on the ashing.
With the screws (No.3) and clamps and Torx bit supplied,
secure to the roof battens, see diagram 6.7.
For securing between collectors the inner clamp should be
secured as shown and grip both collector edges, see diagram
6.8.
SCREW
(No.1)
14975
15127
LOCATION CHANNEL
SCREW
(No.3)
RETAINING
CLIP
Diagram 6.6
14974
PIPE
COUPLING
LOWER
FLASHING
ALIGNMENT
MARK
Diagram 6.4
14969
INNER CLAMP
SCREW
(No.3)
INNER CLAMP
Diagram 6.7
15195
ALIGNMENT
MARKS
LOCATION
CHANNEL
Diagram 6.5
Diagram 6.8
18
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
With regards to the hydraulic system you have chosen, insert
and secure the hydraulic connections, see diagram 6.9.
Insert the collector sensor into the appropriate elbow (ow,
top).
Mount the plug with the bleed valve in the opposite top
position.
Connect the collector Flow and Return to the system circuit.
Ensure that all of the following steps have been performed:-
- All the connections have been xed with securing clips.
- All hydraulic connections laid properly.
- The collector sensor has been connected.
- The collectors are connected to a lightning protection
device.
- A pressure test.
- All insulation is intact.
NOTE: After initial commissioning and according to the
season, high outside temperature oscillations can cause
condensation in the collector, this is normal.
14979
SIDE
SECTION
COLLECTOR
0
Diagram 6.10
Fit the side sections to the collector frame, ensure that they
are pushed into place on the upper collector edge, see
diagram 6.10.
Secure the side sections to the roof battens with the supplied
clamps, screws (No. 2) and Torx bit supplied, see diagram
6.11.
Slide the intermediate plate from below and between the
collectors, until it is ush with the lower collector edge, see
diagram 6.12.
NOTE: If it’s not possible to mount the intermediate plate
from below (because of dormers, etc.), carefully bend up the
intermediate plate (see inset diagram 6.12), slide the plate
from the top between the collectors and bend it down again.
COLLECTOR SENSOR
15129
SIDE
SECTION
SCREW (No.2)
EXTERNAL
CLAMP
14978
Diagram 6.11
15130
Diagram 6.9
INTERMEDIATE
PLATE
Diagram 6.12
19
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
6.2 Support plates/board
15308
350mm
Fix the top batten into position as shown in diagram 6.13.
Mount the support plates above the collector:
- one on the external edge (max. 150 mm from the edge)
- one per collector joint (central).
Make sure that the support plates are on the collector frame
slot, see diagram 6.14.
0
COLLECTOR FRAME
SLOT
1066
1066
max 150
TOP
BATTEN
Diagram 6.13
SCREWS
(No.3)
15029
Fix the support plates to the roof batten with two screws (No.
3) using the supplied Torx bit.
Slide the board through the support plates.
Fix the board to the support plates with two screws (No. 2)
using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 6.14.
Slide the ridge plates on the support plates, see diagram 6.15.
Make sure that the ridge plates are above the side sections
and slip in the corresponding rail (2).
Fix the ridge plates to the roof battens with the screws (No. 1)
using the supplied Torx bit.
Fix the ridge plate coupling to the ridge plate joint with three
screws (No. 5) using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 6.16.
RIDGE
PLATE
15131
SUPPORT
PLATES
SCREWS
(No.2)
Diagram 6.14
15123
No.5
A
Diagram 6.15
15132
No.1
RIDGE PLATE
COUPLING
Diagram 6.16
20
6 Two Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
6.3 Riveting the frame
Drill a 4.5 mm diameter hole through the ridge plates on the
marks on the left and right hand respectively, see diagram
6.17.
Rivet the ridge plate to the side section.
6.4 Tile Bars
Place the tile bars on the ridge plates.
Bend the metal bands and hook the tile bars to the roof batten
from the top, see diagram 6.18.
6.5 Covering the prole ends
Cover the side prole ends and the collector joints with the
prole end pieces, see diagram 6.1 for prole end location.
Fit the prole end pieces to the bottom of the collector edge
and then tilt them up, until they lock in the upper collector
edge, see diagram 6.19.
0
14963
4,5
Diagram 6.17
TILE BAR
STRAP
TILE BAR
PROFILE END PIECE
14964
Diagram 6.18
14981
21
COLLECTOR
EDGE
Diagram 6.19
6 Two Panel Collector Flashing Kit - 220 - 75
6.6 Flexible ashing
NOTE: Ensure that the adhesive surface is dry and free from
dust and grease.
Remove the protection lm from the adhesive surface of the
exible ashing.
Contour the exible protection to the tile shape, see diagram
6.20.
Stick the exible ashing to parts that overlap.
6.7 Sealing strip
Attach the self adhesive sealing strip on the side sections of
the collector frame as shown in diagram 6.21 and also on the
ridge plates, see diagram 6.22.
If necessary carefully cut the sealing strip with a trimming knife.
0
15133
FLEXIBLE
FLASHING
OVERLAP
Diagram 6.20
SEALING
STRIP
14968
Diagram 6.21
14968
SEALING STRIP
22
Diagram 6.22
TX25
SCREW
No.1
SCREW
No.2
SCREW
No.3
SCREW
No.4
SCREW
No.5
7 One Collector Extension Kit - 220 - 75
0
1
10
14700
7
3
2
5
8
11
4
6
9
One collector extension kit for roof angle 22-75° - Kit No. 0020060326
Part Description Qty.
1 Ridge plate extension 2
2 Lower ridge plate coupling 2
3 Support plate 2
4 Profile end 1
5 Intermediate plate 1
6 Lower flashing 1
7 Roof batten 3
8 Support board 1
Screws No.1
9
10 Tile bar 1
11 Inner clamp 6
Screws No.2
Screws No.3
Screws No.4
Screws No.5
12
2
3
4
2
23
Diagram 7.1
7 One Collector Extension Kit - 220 - 75
Roof Requirements
Refer to the diagram and table below and conrm the roof
requirements before installation.
1925
150
A
Distance ‘A’ must
be between 280mm
and 309mm. Use an
additional batten if
required
0
15403
TOP
BATTEN
B
The bottom
flashing is fixed
to this (original)
batten
Additional
batten to
support the
collector
PANELS 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
B
IMPORTANT
The one collector extension kit compliments the two collector
kit and is required to complete multi-panel installations up to
twelve.
● Do not remove the protection lm until the system is to be
commissioned.
● With due regard to the complete weight of the solar
collector system, (refer to technical data) ensure the
roof rafters and battens are in good condition and have
sufcient load carrying capacity and the battens are
secure.
● If you are using the existing roof battens for xing, ensure
that they are secured at each rafter.
6723 8786 10849 12758 14821 16884 13884 15147
7.1 Installation
NOTE: Ensure adequate provision has been made for the
ow and return pipes to enter/exit the roof space, dependant
on their location. The preferred hydraulic scheme will
determine their location, refer to Section 3.
Refer to diagram 7.1 and check the contents of the kits prior
to commencing work on the roof.
Based on the dimensions, above, remove the roof covering.
Fix the lower ashing support batten, see diagram 7.2.
Diagram 7.2
15134
1580
No.1
LOWER FLASHING
Diagram 7.3
Position the lower ashing onto the roof batten and secure
with six securing screws (no.1), using the Torx bit supplied,
see diagram 7.3.
Align ashings as shown in diagram 7.4.
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0
Position the collector protective side uppermost into the
location channel as shown in diagram 7.5.
NOTE: The design is symmetrical and does not have a top or
bottom.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the protective lm until the
system is to be commissioned.
Insert the pipe couplings into the hydraulic socket connection.
The pipe coupling should be inserted up to the stop and
secured with its securing clip.
Place the next collector into its position as previously
described, then push the collector, ensuring engagement of
the pipe coupling, see diagram 7.6, and align with the marks
on the ashing.
With the screws (No.3) and clamps and Torx bit supplied,
secure to the roof battens, see diagram 7.7.
For securing between collectors the inner clamp should be
secured as shown and grip both collector edges, see diagram
7.8.
SCREW
(No.1)
14975
15127
LOCATION CHANNEL
SCREW
(No.3)
SECURING
CLIP
Diagram 7.6
14974
PIPE
COUPLING
ALIGNMENT
MARK
Diagram 7.4
14969
INNER CLAMP
SCREW
(No.3)
INNER CLAMP
Diagram 7.7
15195
ALIGNMENT
MARKS
LOCATION
CHANNEL
Diagram 7.5
Diagram 7.8
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With regards to the hydraulic system you have chosen, insert
and secure the hydraulic connections, see diagram 7.9.
Insert the collector sensor into the appropriate elbow (ow,
top), see diagram 7.9. The collector sensor is packed with the
Fluropro controller, part no. 0020054960.
Mount the plug with the bleed valve in the opposite top
position.
Connect the collector to the system circuit.
Ensure that all of the following steps have been performed:-
- All the connections have been xed with securing clips.
- All hydraulic connections laid properly.
- The collector sensor has been connected.
- The collectors are connected to a lightning protection
device.
- A pressure test.
- All insulation is intact.
NOTE: After initial commissioning and according to the
season, high outside temperature oscillations can cause
condensation in the collector, this is normal.
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14979
SIDE
SECTION
COLLECTOR
Diagram 7.10
Fit the side sections to the collector frame, ensure that they
are pushed into place on the upper collector edge, see
diagram 7.10.
Secure the side sections to the roof battens with the supplied
clamps and screws (No. 2) using the supplied Torx bit, see
diagram 7.11.
Slide the intermediate plate from below and between the
collectors, until it is ush with the lower collector edge, see
diagram 7.12.
NOTE: If it’s not possible to mount the intermediate plate
from below (because of dormers, etc.), carefully bend up the
intermediate plate (see inset diagram 7.12), slide the plate
from the top between the collectors and bend it down again.
COLLECTOR SENSOR
15135
SIDE
SECTION
SCREW (No.2)
EXTERNAL
CLAMP
14978
Diagram 7.11
15130
Diagram 7.9
INTERMEDIATE
PLATE
Diagram 7.12
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7.2 Support plates
15308
350mm
Fix the top batten into position as shown in diagram 7.13.
Mount the support plates above the collector:
- one on the external edge (max. 150mm from the edge)
- one per collector joint (central).
Make sure that the support plates are on the collector frame
slot, see diagram 7.14.
0
COLLECTOR FRAME
SLOT
1066
1066
max 150
TOP
BATTEN
Diagram 7.13
SCREWS
(No.3)
15029
Fix the support plates to the top roof batten with two screws
(No. 3) using the supplied Torx bit.
Slide the boards through the support plates.
Fix the boards to the support plates with two screws (No. 2)
using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 7.14.
Slide the ridge plate extension on the support plates, see
diagram 7.15. Make sure that the ridge plates are above the
side sections.
Fix the ridge plates to the roof battens with the screws (No. 1)
using the supplied Torx bit.
Fix the ridge plate coupling to the ridge plate joint with three
screws (No. 5) using the supplied Torx bit, see diagram 7.16.
SCREWS
(No.1)
15149
SUPPORT
PLATES
SCREWS
(No.2)
Diagram 7.14
15123
RIDGE PLATE
No.5
Diagram 7.15
15150
RIDGE PLATE
COUPLING
Diagram 7.16
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7.3 Tile Bars
Place the tile bars on the ridge plates.
Bend the metal bands and hook the tile bars to the roof batten
from the top, see diagram 7.17.
7.4 Covering the prole ends
Cover the side prole ends and the collector joints with the
prole end pieces, see diagram 7.1 for prole end location.
Fit the prole end pieces to the bottom of the collector edge
and then tilt them up, until they lock in the upper collector
edge, see diagram 7.18.
0
15151
TILE BAR
STRAP
TILE BAR
PROFILE END PIECE
COLLECTOR
EDGE
Diagram 7.17
14981
Diagram 7.18
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7.5 Flexible protection
Remove the protection lm from the adhesive surface of the
exible protection.
NOTE: Ensure that the adhesive surface is dry and free from
dust and grease.
Contour the exible protection to the tile shape, see diagram
7.19.
Stick the exible protection to parts that overlap.
7.6 Sealing strip
Attach the self adhesive sealing strip on the side sections of
the collector frame as shown in diagram 7.20 and also on the
ridge plates, see diagram 7.21.
If necessary carefully cut the sealing strip with a trimming knife.
0
14966
FLEXIBLE
PROTECTION
OVERLAP
Diagram 7.19
SEALING
STRIP
14968
Diagram 7.20
15126
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SEALING STRIP
Diagram 7.21
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Because of our constant endeavour for improvement, details
may vary slightly from those shown in these instructions.
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