SolarArc2 Installation Manual
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1. M SOLAR ARC2 The SMART Way to Heat Your Pool INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model 202 Read all instructions BEFORE assembling and using SolarArc RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE Table of Contents Safety IP PRENNE EO ka acc atta cai TEPORE 1 Parts WiSt Gt NRG Bo ac pde aot utum E MEUM RE MM E 2 How Sl AAV VOTES ibid ROBA DU SR aac a ued et at OH M UND AUDACIA NA MD SUR 2 Liz PsC 3 Connecting Multiple UNITS sientsan aa aae eS le aa aaa gain a aAa a saet 4 Winterization aaa 5 Toublesho tihg iat du sn MPH LL I LL LL LE Ld 5 Limited Warranty Statement preste pra qe ERR E rre py inp ipe rare HORA eden i prix ce d pr rui 6 A WARNING A WARNING AQ WARNING CAUTION AQ CAUTION AQ IMPORTANT AX IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carefully read this manual in its entirety Failure to comply with these instructions can cause injury death or damage to persons or property Ensure all plugs are removed and the filter is turned to the Filter position prior to operating the Solar Are Install the Solar Arc far enough away from the pool to prevent it from being used as a way to gain access to the pool Do not install the Solar Arc in a traffic area as it could become a tripping hazard Do NOT allow children to install or operate Solar Arc Always turn the filter system off when installing winterizing or servicing Solar Are When loos2. E E E gt E E E gt ET d E E 732 730 9880 6
3. be responsible for inbound and outbound freight on all laims Those within the continental US will be responsible for shipping charges to a repair center if there is not one within driving distance SmartPool will cover freight back to the customers within the continental US for approved warranty claims he collector will be covered under the warranty as described above What is not covered Hardware including hoses clamps and plastic fittings Any damage due to freezing caused by or related to improper drainage winterization or storage Damage defects malfunctions or ther failures arising from use of the product which does not comply with the instructions provided by the manufacturer Damage defects malfunctions or other failure caused by or related to repairs performed y any servicer other than an authorized service representative of SmartPool LLC Claims will not be accepted for a SolarArc s damage in transit unless damage to shipping container is noted at time of delivery on the transport company s delivery bill SMARTPOOL LLC SHALL IN NO WAY BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES OR IN ANY AMOUNT FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY NJURY OR DAMAGES TO PERSON OR PROPERTY USING OR USED IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT OR FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR OTHER COSTS OR EXPENSES OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PA
4. fittings may be required NOTE Bubbles are normal as air in the system will need to be expelled during initial startup 5 www smartpool com ET TUM SOLARARC Five Year Limited Warranty Valid for North America Only FIVE YEAR WARRANTY Five year limited warranty from date of purchase After the first year the claimant shall pay the list price at the date of the claim less one sixtieth 1 60 of that ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS MUST BE HANDLED DIRECTLY WITH SMARTPOOL DO NOT RETURN TO YOUR DEALER SMARTPOOL ACCEPTS CLAIMS FROM POOL OWNERS ONLY SmartPool LLC warrants to the original purchaser of the SolarArc that the company will at its option repair or replace any SolarArc that proves to be defective in either workmanship or material pon prepaid return of the SolarArc by the owner along with the original purchase receipt to SmartPool Inc subject to the provisions of the limited warranty stated above and the exclusions and limitations set forth below SmartPool LLC will pursuant to the terms of this warranty at its sole option either repair the SolarArc at a nominal charge to the owner or replace the SolarArc per the provisions stated herein All repaired or replaced SolarArc s will be returned at the homeowner s expense his warranty applies only while using this product in the United States and Canada Customers outside the continental United States will
5. RTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHER MADE BY SMARTPOOL INC OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY NO PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATION IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY P REPRESENTATIONS OR INCUR ANY OBLIGATIONS IN THE NAME OF OR ON BEHALF OF SMARTPOOL INC EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD TO BE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AVAILABLE TO THE PURCHASER AND THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE FULL AND COMPLETE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SMARTPOOL AND THE PURCHASER e THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH THE ONLY OBLIGATIONS OF SMARTPOOL WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT AND THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION lt ON THE FACE HEREOF Call 1 732 730 9880 to initiate a claim The representations set forth herein are the only representations made by SmartPool LLC with respect to the product and this warranty does not constitute either a performance or satisfaction guarantee It is the responsibility of the product owner to regularly test and check the product for proper function and safety This warranty gives the original purchaser specific legal rights You may have other rights depending on where you live E i E E gt E E zo E E gt E E io E E gt gt What is covered The SolarArc is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship when leaving the factory First year coverage includes the clear cover base and collector After the first year only Be gt E E E E d
6. e 7 8 Turn the filter to the OFF position and turn the valve to the CLOSED position The skimmer can also be plugged to ensure water does not drain from the pool when the return hose is disconnected Figure 8 9 Disconnect the hose from the return fitting Figure 9 10 Connect the hose removed from the return fitting to the pipe adaptor header labeled FROM FILTER and tighten the hose clamp with a screwdriver Figure 10 NOTE Installation using the 2 25 threaded adaptor will not use the hose clamps 11 Slide 2 hose clamps onto the provided 6 hose NOTE For threaded soft sided pool hose an additional hose will be needed Hose clamps will not be used with this type of installation 12 Connect one end of the 6 hose to the return of the pool and the other to the pipe adaptor header labeled TO POOL Secure the hose by positioning and tightening the hose clamps Figures 11 and 12 13 Once all connections are made remove all plugs from the inlet outlet and turn the filter to the FILTER position WARNING Do NOT operate the filter or Solar Arc while the filter is in the CLOSED position or there are any plugs in the inlet or outlet as this can create dangerous levels of pressure Ensure the entire system is open and the filter is in the FILTER position prior to running the system 3 www smartpool com n Figure 7 Figure 12 Multi Unit Installation Multiple Arcs can be connected in series for larger pools or to i
7. ening any threaded connections on you filter pump or pool be sure that inlets and outlets are blocked to prevent water loss www smartpool com SOLARARC COMPONENTS Glazing Cover SC202COVER 2 x 2 Solar Collector ScPNL202 Base SC202BASE Plastic push in rivets SC204FASTENER SK26 Installation Kit 1 1 Pipe Adaptors Threaded PVC End Caps 1 Stainless Steel Clamps 3 Long Rubber Hose Teflon Tape 1 2 1 FF PVC Couplings 6 Flex Hose Soft Sided Pool Adapters Installation Manual w Warranty Statement TOTnmooucc N N2 2 ANDMD How SolarArc Works Water flows from your pool s filter into the bottom left corner inlet of the SolarArc2 A baffle built into the lower header pipe of the SolarArc forces the water up through the left half of the unit When the water reaches the SolarArc s upper header pipe it flows to the right and back down through the right half of the SolarArc As the water travels through the SolarArc it is heated by the sun The heated water then flows out of the bottom right corner outlet of the SolarArc and back to your pool Water In gt lt gt Water out x nes MR ut i b 732 730 9880 2 Installation Tools and Material Required not included e Flat head Screwdriver and or 5 16 Nut Driver e Inlet Outlet Pool Plugs e Channel Lock Pliers e Flex Hose with Threaded Connection soft sided pools using 2 25 connector
8. erence your pool and filter manuals or contact your pool professional for information on how to winterize your pool and filter system 1 Plug the return fitting to the pool to ensure there is no water loss Figure 7 2 Turn the filter to the OFF position and turn the valve to the CLOSED position The skimmer can also be plugged to ensure water does not drain from the pool when the return hose is disconnected Figure 8 3 Loosen the hose clamps or threaded coupling for some soft sided hoses that connect the pool hoses to the pipe adapters of the collector 4 Loosen the end caps to allow the water to drain out of the headers 5 Turn the unit on its side to ensure all the water is removed from the collector 6 Once all the water has be evacuated store the Arc in a dry area that remains above freezing temperatures Troubleshooting SolarArc does not appear to be heating the pool e Make sure that water is flowing through SolarArc by checking the flow at the pool return Note the weather has it been cloudy or raining Use your pool cover at night to reduce heat loss Refer to our order guide pool size may require additional SolarArcs Bubbles continue to appear from the pool water inlet during e Check the connections for leaks operation e Check the flow rate e Check the tubing for leaks or clogging SolarArc leaks Make sure connectors and hose clamps are tight and not defective Additional Teflon tape on headers and
9. ncrease the heat output The installation for several Arcs is the same for a single panel with the exception of having to connect the panels together prior to connecting the panels to the pool Two Panel System 1 Place the rubber hose connector on the header labeled TO POOL on the first Arc N 2 Slide 2 hose clamps onto the rubber hose 3 Place the second Arc next to the first Arc so that the header labeled FROM POOL is next to the rubber hose 4 Insert the header into the rubber hose and secure the connection with the hose damps Figure 13 5 Follow instructions 2 13 above to connect the system to the pool NOTE More than 2 systems can be connected repeat instructions 1 4 in this section if more panels are being ganged together 732 730 9880 4 Operation WARNING Do NOT operate the filter or Solar Arc while the filter is in the CLOSED position or there are any plugs in the inlet or outlet as this can create dangerous levels of pressure Ensure the entire system is open and the filter is in the FILTER position prior to running the system To run the solar heater simply ensure the filter is in the FILTER position and turn it to the ON position Run the system during hours of peak sunlight to maximize heating potential The use of a solar blanket at night will assist in retaining the heat generated by the Arc Winterization This section does NOT cover the winterization of your pool or filter system Ref
10. s only Positioning the Arc e In order for the Solar Arc to function properly it must be exposed to at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day e Ensure the Arc is on a level surface e Do NOT place the Arc in a location that will either provide access to the pool or interfere with the flow of traffic e Place the Arc after NOT before the filter system as doing so could cause debris to clog the heating system e Do NOT install the Arc on a roof or standing structure it should be placed on the ground e Solar Arc can be placed up to 20 away from the filter system using a 1hp pump addition plumbing will be required Connecting the Panel 1 Remove Solar Arc and the kit components from the box 2 Remove the protective film from the clear cover of the unit Figure 1 3 Wrap each of the 4 headers and 2 pipe adaptors or 2 threaded adaptors with an adequate amount of Teflon tape Figures 2 and 3 NOTE The threaded adaptors are used for larger soft sided pools with a 2 25 threaded flex hose 4 Thread the pipe adaptors or threaded adaptors into the 1 5 PVC coupling Figure 4 5 Thread the coupling and pipe adaptor onto the ends of the header labeled FROM FILTER and TO POOL using channel locks to ensure a secure fit Figure 5 6 Attach 2 end caps to the opposing header not labeled using channel locks to ensure a secure fit Figure 6 7 Plug the return fitting to the pool to ensure there is no water loss Figur
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