SmartPool Inc S220 User Manual
for Aboveground Pools
Product Number S220
INSTALLATION &
OPER ATION MA NU AL
How Solar Pool Heating Works Why Solar Heat Works Best
• Using your pool pump, water
is automatically pumped
through the solar collectors.
• As sun shines on the collector,
the water is then heated as it
moves through it.
• The heated water is returned
back to the pool, through
your return lines.
• You enjoy your own
heated pool with no
fuel costs.
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY. YOUR ENJOYMENT OF YOUR SOLAR HEATED POOL
AND YOUR WARRANTY ARE AFFECTED BY HOW YOUR SOLAR HEATING SYSTEM IS INSTALLED
CAUTION:
a) Solar collectors are often installed on the roofs of buildings. Unless you are very familiar with working
on roofs and have the proper ladders and safety equipment for such work, you should hire someone with
the necessary experience to do the installation. Failure to observe safe practices on a roof or other elevated
structure may result in falling, leading to serious injury to you.
b) When installing collectors on the ground, do not build a rack support that could allow children access
into the pool.
• Water is heated as it moves through the many
tubes in the solar collectors.
• Tube and web design traps heat and catches
light as the sun moves across the sky.
• Tough polypropylene material won’t rust, corrode
or scale. Plus, the collector is reversible.
Collector Cross Section
IMPORTANT
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING
ORIENTA TION
How Well Does Solar Heating Work?
properly sized and installed system will raise pool temperatures up to 10
A
water through the solar collector when the sun is shining. When it's cloudy or rainy
won't be swimming during those times), but your water will be back up to temperature after one or two warm days.
0
F during the season.
, solar won't work as well (and you probably
You will only want to circulate
Do I Need A Special Pump?
If your pool pump is in good working condition, there shouldn't be any problem using your existing pump. Aone HP pump will
handle installations up to 30 feet away from the pool equipment and one story up. If the collectors are cool to touch when the
water is running through them on a warm sunny day, you are getting enough flow.
Where Can I Put The Solar Collectors?
Anywhere you get at least 6 hours of full sun during the day. The longer the collectors are in full sun, the better they will work.
If you are mounting the solar on an angle (like a roof or rack), the collectors should face in a southerly direction. For roof or rack
mounting, you’ll need 1 SK-43 mounting kit (one SK43 will secure up to two S220 collectors). For high wind areas, we recommend
one SK-34 High Wind Kit for each collector. Call SmartPool at 1-888-560-7665 for ordering info.
What Tools Will I Need?
• Flat head screwdriver or 5/16" nut driver
For roof or rack mounting you will also need:
• Power drill
• 1/8" drill bit and a Phillips head bit
• Silicone sealant (GEII or equivalent)
What additional parts will I need to install the solar system on a roof?
• 1 SmartPool Mounting Kit SK-43 (will secure up to two S220 collectors). High wind SK-34 for each collector in high wind areas.
• You will need the correct amount of 1 1/2" Schedule 40 PVC pipe for the plumbing, going to and from your pool equipment.
• You will also need PVC primer, glue, and fittings (available where you buy PVC pipe).
What additional parts will I need to install the solar system on the ground or on a rack?
• For a ground mount installation you will require 2 hoses - one that will reach from the pool equipment to the collector and one that reaches
from the collector back to the pool.
• For a rack mount installation you'll need SmartPool’s mounting kit SK-43. For high wind areas you will need one SK-34 for each collector.
USE OF NON-FACTORY MOUNTING
HARDW ARE WILL V OID Y OUR WARRANTY!
WARNING! POSITION THE RACK SO THAT IT DOES NOT
PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE POOL FOR CHILDREN.
How much will the solar system weigh when filled with water?
Each solar box will weigh approximately 40 lbs. when filled with water. There is very little additional load on your roof
since the weight is dispersed over a large area.
Pool Sizes
Round Oval
12’ - 18’ 12’ x 24’
21’ - 24’ 15’ x 30’ - 16’ x 25’
27’ - 28’ 16’ x 32’ - 18’ x 34’
Use a solar blanket to hold in heat at night or during cool weather.
Number of
Solar Boxes
1
2
3
Area
Needed
3 ft x 21 ft
5 ft x 21 ft
7 ft x 21 ft
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Product # S220 Kit Components
Kit Qty Item # Description
1 SCPNL220 2’ x 20’ Polypropylene Solar Collectors
1 SC018HSE 18’ Plastic Flex Hose
SK-32 System Kit for S220
2 69003 Elbow Connectors
2 69002 PVC End Caps 1 1/2” FPT
2 SC125CLMP 1 1/4” Stainless Steel Hose Clamps 35-51
1 60554 Teflon Tape 1/2”
1 Installation Manual w/Warranty Statement
SC018HSE
SunHeater collectors are manufactured with
special molds and materials designed to
provide you with the most durable, high
performance solar pool heating system
available. Note: during manufacturing certain
mechanical incisions are required to
complete the assembly of the collector (see
photos on right). These are normal and do
not adversely affect the performance or
durability of your SunHeater.
Please Note: Small
holes in collector (see
photo at right) are NOT
to be used for mounting.
Use only SmartPoolapproved mounting kit
SK43 and follow the
directions provided.
Failure to comply will
void your warranty.
SK-32
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