SmartPool Inc S601 User Manual
for Inground Pools
Product Number S601
INST ALLATION AND
OPER ATION MA NU AL
Ho w Solar Pool Heating Works Why SunHeaterTMWorks Best
• Using your pool pump, water
is automatically pumped
through the solar collectors.
• The water is then heated by the
sun as it moves through the
collectors.
• 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
ucture may result in falling, leading to serious injury to you.
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When installing collectors on the ground, do not build a rack support that could allow children access
b)
into the pool.
• Water is heated as it moves through the many
tubes in the solar collectors.
• Tube and web design traps heat, 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?
A properly sized and installed system will raise pool temperatures up to 100F during the season. You will only want to circulate
water through the solar collector when the sun is shining. When it's cloudy or rainy, solar won't work as well (and you probably
won't be swimming during those times), but your water will be back up to temperature after one or two warm days.
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 a southerly direction.
What Tools Will I Need?
• Flat head screwdriver or 5/16" nut driver
• Power drill
• 1/8" drill bit and a Phillips head bit
• Silicone sealant (GEII or equivalent)
• A Sharp Cutting Instrument or Utility Scissors
What additional parts will I need to install the solar system on a roof?
• 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).
How much will the solar system weigh when filled with water?
Each solar box (2 collectors) will weigh approximately 80 lbs. when filled with water. There is very little additional load on your roof
especially since the weight is dispersed over a large area.
WARNING! IF MOUNTING ON A RACK PLACED ON THE
GROUND, POSITION THE RACK SO THAT IT DOES NOT
PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE POOL FOR CHILDREN.
Inground Pools up to
15 x 30’
16 x 36’
20 x 40’
Use a solar blanket to hold in heat at night or during cool weather.
2 Plus one SK21 Inground Installation Kit
3 Plus one SK21 Inground Installation Kit
4 Plus one SK21 Inground Installation Kit
Number of Solar Boxes
WARNING! USE OF NON-FACTORY INSTALLATION
MOUNTING HARDWARE WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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Product # S601 Kit Components
Qty Item # Description
SK60 Inground Hardware Kit
(One Hardware Kit Packed In Each Solar Collector Box)
2 2’ x 20’ Polypropylene Solar Collectors
4 SC375HOSE 3 3/4” Long Rubber Hose
8 SC150CLMP 1 1/2” SS Hose Clamp 35-64
10 50077 SS Mounting Brackets
10 60630 2” #14 SS Screws
Packed In heat sealed plastic bag
SK21 Inground System Installation/Plumbing/Mounting Kit
(Purchased Separately)
1 18020 100ft. Roll of Web Strap
5 50077 SS Mounting Brackets
5 60630 2” #14 SS Screws
1 SC375HOSE 3 3/4” Long Rubber Hose
1 SCVRCSK21 Vacuum Relief End Cap
1 SCRBCSK21 1 1/2” Rubber End Cap
3 SC150CLMP 1 1/2” SS Hose Clamp 35-64
2 30089-1 PVC to Hose Pipe Adapter
1 60019-2 1 1/2” Check Valve
1 60527 1 1/2” 3-Way Valve
1 Installation Manual
Packed in heat-sealed plastic bag
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
hardware and follow the
directions provided.
Failure to comply will
void your warranty.
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