H ow Well Does Solar Heating Wo r k ?

Aproperly sized and installed system will raise
pool temperatures 10-150during the season.
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. A one HP pump will handle
installations up to 30 feet away from the pool
equipment and one story up. If the collectors
are cool to the touch when the water is running
through them on a warm day, you are getting
enough flow.

Where Can I Put The Solar Collectors ?

Anywhere you get full sun for at least six hours
during the day. The longer the collectors are in
the full sun, the better they work. If you are
mounting on an angle (like a roof or rack), the
collectors should face in a southerly direction if
possible.

What Additional Pa rts Will I Need

To Complete My Installation?

You will need the correct amount of pipe to
connect the collectors to your pool equipment.
For inground pools, we suggest you use rigid 1.5”
schedule 40 PVC pipe. You’ll need PVC primer,
glue and fittings. Glue and fittings are available
where you buy your pipe.
O R I E N TAT I O NB A S I CSYSTEML AYO U T
• When mounting on a sloped
surface, always feed in the bottom
and return from the top.
• Feed and return on the opposite
ends of the collectors.
• Collectors should slope slightly
toward feed line (about 2”) for
draining and winterization.
• Collectors should lie in full sun and face
in a southerly direction if possible.
• Patented brackets and strap are
included with the system along
with lag screws.

SIZING GUIDE FOR INGROUND POOLS

Pool Size up to Quantity
In Year Round Swimming Areas,Add One More Collector
15x30 (15,000 Gallons) 2 SunHeaterTM Collectors & 1 System Kit
20X40 (30,000 Gallons) 4 SunHeaterTM Collectors & 1 System Kit
16X36 (22,500 Gallons) 3 SunHeaterTM Collectors & 1 System Kit
Use a solar blanket to hold in heat
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