SUNSYSTEM solar collectors

FLAT-PLATE COLLECTOR РК series

EVACUATED-TUBE COLLECTOR VTC series

TECHNICAL PASSPORT
INSTALLATION and OPERATION MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Explanation of symbols and safety instructions ............................................... 3
1.1. Explanation of symbols ........................................................................................ 3
1.2. Requirements to collector installation place ....................................................... 3
1.2.1. Instructions to collector installer.......................................................................... 3
1.2.2. Instructions to installation user ........................................................................... 4
2. Description of flat-plate collector PK ................................................................... 4
2.1. Absorber coating ................................................................................................. 4
2.2. Heat-carrier pipe system....................................................................................... 4
2.3. Protective heat-tempered solar glass Durasolar® P+ ........................................... 4
2.4. Insulation ............................................................................................................. 5
2.5. Durable construction ........................................................................................... 5
3. Description of evacuated-tube collector VTC ...................................................... 5
3.1. Evacuated tube. Absorber coating ....................................................................... 5
3.2. Heat-carrier pipe system ...................................................................................... 5
3.3. Temperature sensor ............................................................................................. 6
3.4. Heat transfer plates ............................................................................................. 6
4. Transportation of the collector .......................................................................... 6
5. Delivery of the collector ..................................................................................... 6
6. Installation ........................................................................................................... 8
6.1. Installation of flat-plate collector РК .................................................................... 9
6.2. Installation of evacuated-tube collector VTC ..................................................... 10
6.3. Connecting multiple collector series ................................................................. 12
7. Connect the collector to the hot water system and / or central heating ........... 13
7.1. Protecting collector of lightning, hail, frost, overheating .................................. 13
7.2. Manifold connections ........................................................................................ 14
7.3. Stagnation temperature..................................................................................... 15
7.4. Mounting the temperature sensor vacuum tube collector VTC ........................ 15
7.5. Installation of safety valve for temperature ....................................................... 16
7.6. Pressure. Temperature control. Venting .................................................................. 16
7.7. Filling the installation .................................................................................................. 16
7.8. Connection diagrams .................................................................................................. 17
8. Commissioning ............................................................................................................. 21
9. Prevention and maintenance of collectors .............................................................. 21
10. Warranty terms ............................................................................................................ 21
11. Technical features ........................................................................................................ 23
11.1. Technical features of Flat-plate collector РК ........................................................... 23
11.2. Technical features of Evacuated-tube collector VTC .............................................. 25
12. Recycling ........................................................................................................................ 27

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1. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1. Explanation of symbols
CAUTION! - Important
recommendation or warning
concerning safety conditions during
installation and operation of the solar
collector.
DANGER! - fault or improper use
may cause injury or be hazardous to
life of humans or animals.
INFORMATION - Important
information on the proper operation
of the product.
1.2. Requirements to solar collector
installation place
This manual contains important
information for the safe and correct
installation, start-up and trouble-free
operation and maintenance of the solar
collector.
The solar collector can be used to produce
domestic hot water and support of space
heating system only in the manner
described in this manual.
The application and any other was the
area of operation is not recommended by
the manufacturer and is not responsible
for the occurrence of defects or failures.
Note the collector type data on the
factory rating label and the technical data
provided in chapter 12 in order to ensure
proper operation of the product.
1.2.1. Instructions to collector installer
During installation and operation, the
country-specific requirements and
regulations must be observed:
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• local construction regulations on
installation on building – mass of the
system to comply with the building
structure.
• regulations and norms concerning
safety installation and operation of solar
collectors - protective gloves, eyewear
should be used; make sure collector is
securely attached to the building.
 Use only original SUNSYSTEM parts
DANGER of structure damage /
injury from fall.
The weight of collector/collectors
must comply with the building
structure, namely the distribution
of weight; strong and secure
fixation of collector support to
 the roof/façade of building. We
recommend the securing of the
area during installation and the
construction of roof barriers
protecting against downslide of
snow mass. Failure to comply with
these recommendations can lead to
fatal consequences.
Risk of injury, burn upon
installation and maintenance of
solar collectors:
- On contact with broken glass/
vacuum tube
- On contact with collector in
function because of its high
temperature.
 We recommend the use of
protective equipment, gloves,
eyewear (goggles), clothing.
Installation and maintenance of
collectors must be carried out in
the early morning hours. When the
collector is still cold you can cover it
with tarpaulin to avoid its heating
by direct sunlight.
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FIRE HAZARD through contact of

accumulated waste (dry leaves,
plastic bags, paper) with the
 hot parts of the collectors. We
recommend the regular inspection
and cleaning of collector installation
sites.
DANGER of slipping, fall. In
most cases, collectors are
installed in hardly accessible and
dangerous places. We recommend
 that installation and service
maintenance be carried out by
authorized service technicians
observing all safety measures.
1.2.2. Instructions to installation user
CAUTION! Danger of injury
/ damage of system due to
incompetent operation.
- The solar collector must be
 serviced only by persons familiar
with the operation manual.
- Structural changes to collector
by user can cause damage to
equipment or injury.
Diagram 1.
The heart of each solar collector – the
absorber – is the key factor for the overall
performance of the unit. Made entirely of
copper tubes and copper sheets. Copper
sheets join copper pipe with ultrasonic
welding and silver soldering.
Model PK Standard CL absorber is with
Black solar coating. PK Standard CL
collectors are an ecological and cost
effective solution for domestic hot water
supply during the warm season.
The PK Select CL collector is furnished by
high efficiency absorber coating of TiO
– Titans oxidation. This special coating
is temperature- and wear-proof. Its
absorptance rate is 95%, while its thermal
loss is barely 5%.

Safety rules for user operation: 2.2. Heat-carrier pipe system

- The solar collector can be used to
produce hot water and support the
heating system only in the manner
described in this manual.
- Installation and maintenance must be
performed by a technician / service shop
authorized for such operations.
Diagram 2.
2. DESCRIPTION OF PK TYPE FLAT-PLATE Copper is irreplaceable when it comes
COLLECTOR to heat transfer. The liquid tight harp of
copper tubing ensures high efficiency
2.1. Absorber coating and reliability. Pipe harp with low
flow resistance. 100% tested for liquid
tightness.
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2.3. Protective heat-tempered solar glass
Durasolar® P+.
Diagram 3.
Solar-grade heat tempered glass
Durasolar® P+. The glass used in
SUNSYSTEM flat-plate collectors is
distinguished by decreased iron content
providing for better transparency to
the sun rays. Durasolar® P+ has prism-
textured surface, which directs even the
rays reaching the glass in unfavorable
angle straight to the absorber.
2.4. Insulation of rock wool keeps the
heat from leaving the collector body.
2.5. Durable construction
Diagram 4
The collector case is made of robust
aluminum frame, and the bottom is made
of embossed aluminum sheet. This way
the collector body has the necessary
constructive strength to withstand
the year-round whims of weather not
sacrificing on light-weight.
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3. DESCRIPTION OF VTC TYPE
EVACUATED - TUBE COLLECTOR
3.1. Evacuated tube. Absorber coating
Diagrаm 5
Evacuated tubes are two concentrically
positioned borosilicate glass tubes
enclosing a gap of evacuated air. The
internal glass tube is coated on its external
surface with an environmentally friendly,
highly selective layer and thus functioning
as an efficient absorber.
3.2. Heat-carrier pipe system
Diagrаm 6
Copper heat-carrier tubes type Heat Pipe
TU 1. The pipe system is manufactured
with a minimum number of welds for
perfect air-tightness and reduced deposits
accumulation possibility.
Heat Pipe technology is characterized by
its high efficiency:
improved heat-absorbing capacity of
collector, low heat losses and stable
performance in harsh climate conditions.
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Diagrаm 7
Heat carrier fluid runs from evacuated
tubes to the manifold pipe and hence the
system. Both outlets of Manifold pipe
can be connected as heat-carrier input or
output in any direction.
3.3. Temperature sensor can be mounted
left or right, depending on the position of
the heat-carrier outlet.
3.4. Heat transfer plates resistant to high
temperatures of stagnation.
3.5. High-efficiency insulation
collector pipe.
3.6. Durable construction made of
resistant to harsh climatic conditions,
materials.
4. TRANSPORTATION OF COLLECTOR
We recommend to transport the collector
to the installation site in its packaging.
During transport and installation,
depending on the weight, suitable safety
devices should be used in accordance with
Directive 2006/42/EC. When transporting
items weighing more than 30 kg, the use
of pallet jack, fork truck or other hoisting
devices is a must.
Transportation of Flat-plate collectors
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PK: Protective plastic corners are fit on
each panel collector frame to protect it
from rubbing against another collector
frame.Panel collectors are stacked on
each other horizontally on a pallet.
Dimensions of pallets match dimensions
of the collectors. Stacked collectors are
secured onto the pallet by steel L-shape
corner bars fixed to the four corners
of each pallet. The maximum admitted
number of panel collectors on pallet is 20
pcs. The so arranged panels are secured
to the pallet via 4 straps of width 15 mm.
Then the panel case (pallet with secured
on to it collectors) is stretch-wrapped with
five layers of stretch-film. The so wrapped
cases are loaded on the vehicle, whereas
each two adjacent cases are strapped
together with hauling ratchet straps.
Transportation of Evacuated-tube
collectors VTC: Evacuated glass pipes and
of Manifold are packed in separated boxes.
5. DELIVERY OF COLLECTOR
- Inspect the integrity of the packaging
upon delivery.
- Check whether all components have
been delivered to you.
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Table 1
РК type Collector VTC type Collector
Check whether protective glazing is Check to assure that evacuated tubes are all intact and the
intact bottom of each tube is still silver-colored. If a tube has a
white clear bottom, that means it is damaged and should
be replaced. As soon as the evacuated tubes are removed
from the box, please put on the rubber tube caps, found
inside the manifold box. This will protect the bottom tip of
the glass tube from breaking on impact
Both outlets of Manifold pipe wear Both outlets of Manifold pipe are fit with plastic
plastic protectors. Remove inlet/ protectors. Remove inlet/outlet pipe plastic protectors
outlet pipe plastic protectors before before connecting collectors to system.
collector connection to system.
Before installing PK type collectors, Do not take out or expose the tubes to sunlight during in-
remove the protective plastic cor- stallation, otherwise the inner tube and heat transfer fin
ners from collector frames. will become very hot.
Delivery includes: It may be necessary to purchase bolts
1) PK type Collector or VTC type Collector. or other fasteners to suit the installation
2) Technical passport. User manual. surface.
3) Warranty card Delivery of collector PK type includes:
If any of the above items are missing, Flat-plate collector PK Standard CL or Flat-
contact your supplier. plate collector PK Select CL
Delivery of Evacuated-tube collector VTC type includes:
Diagram 8

А - Manifold – 1pc. G - Wood screws – 4 pcs.

В - Mounting sheet(plate) – 4 pcs. H - Bottom track – 1 pc.
C - Press pad – 4 pcs. J - Bolts – 13 pcs.
D - Тube holder – 15/20/30 pcs. K - Silicon pad – 4 pcs.
E - Heat conduction glue – 1 pc M - Heat pipe vacuum tube – 15/20/30 pcs.
F - Front track – 2 pcs.
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6. INSTALLATION
Must be performed by an autho-
 rized service technician/service
shop for such operations.
DANGER of slipping. In most cases,
collectors are installed in hardly ac-
cessible and dangerous places. We
 recommend that installation and
service maintenance be carried out
by an authorized service technician
observing all safety measures.
Danger of burns during installation
and maintenance of solar collector:
We recommend the use of protec-
tive equipment, gloves, eyewear
(goggles), clothing.
 Installation and servicing of collec-
tors should be carried out in early
morning hours. While the collec-
tors are still cold you can cover
them with tarpaulin to avoid their
heating by direct sunlight.
Table 2
Recommended
Collector application mounting angle
Domestic Hot Water /
DWG+pool 30°÷45°
Domestic Hot Water
+ Central Heating / 45°÷60°
DWG+CH+pool
Avoid shading from neighboring buildings,
trees, collectors etc.
The applicable minimum clearances in
your country may differ from the ones
specified bellow. Please, consult your
installer. The minimum distance from the
collector construction to roof end must be
at least 1 meter;
The collector should be positioned as close
as possible to the DWG /CH consumer
to minimize heat loss. Efficiency heat
transfer pipes insulation is recommended.

Recommendations:
The collectors can be installed in places
where the values for:
wind load Vm (mean wind speed) does
not exceed 150 km/h and snow loads Sk
(weight of snow mass) does not exceed
1,25 kN/m, according to ENV 1991-1-3
and 1991-1-4.
Recommended orientation: Diagrаm 9
Facing the equator
Recommended mounting angle: 10 ° ÷ 90° Collector support must be grounded to
according to collector application. the buiding grounding system.
Installation of collector on a special
support must be in one single plane.

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6.1. Installation of PK type flat-plate
collector
Diagram 10
Flat-plate solar collector РК can be
with vertical or horizontal orientation.
Collectors are mounted on specially
designed support systems, adapted to
different roof slopes.
6.1.1. Flat roof PK type collector
installation
Diagram 11
Installation is carried out by at least two
people. We recommend consulting with
a roofing expert. Mount the support onto
the roof according to the the Collector
Support
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Mounting Instructions.
Adjust the support angle as needed.
Place the collector on the support. Fix the
collector to support using the clamping
clips. Make sure all connections are
properly secured and will not loosen
under harsh weather conditions.
6.1.2. Inclined roof PK type collector
installation
Diagram 12
Installation is carried out by at least two
people.
We recommend consulting with a roofing
expert.
Fix the support onto the roof as indicated
in the Collector Support Installation
Instructions.
On sloped roof the collector slope must
coincide with roof slope angle.
Place the collector on the support.
Fix the collector to support using the
clamping clips.
Make sure all connections are properly
secured and will not loosen under harsh
weather conditions.
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6.2. Installation of VTC type evacuated- placing the manifold on the top and the
tube collectors. rubber protectors in the bottom part.
Evacuated tube collectors are mounted Such collectors have vertical orientation.

Diagram 13
Collectors VTC type are mounted on specially designed support systems, adapted to
different roof slopes.

Diagram 14

6.2.1. Flat roof VTC type collector Fix the support onto the roof as indicated
installation in the Collector Support Installation
Instructions. Adjust the support angle as
needed.
Onto the support stand mount the
collector frame with manifold and pipe
holders. Fix the collector to support
using the clamping clips. Make sure all
connections are properly secured and
will not come loose under harsh weather
conditions.
Diagram 15
Evacuated tubes are installed last, after
Installation is carried out by at least two the system has been connected and
people. tested for leakage.
We recommend consulting with a roofing
expert.
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6.2.2. Inclined roof VTC type collector
installation
other the two side rails F.
For each rail put two silicone pads K, in
places where the bar rests on the roof tile.
Install the two side rails F to fixing straps
B. Use the screws and therefore provided
orifices in the rails. /Diagram 17/

Step 3. At the bottom of both side rails

F insert bottom rail H and in the top
part - the VTC collector manifold A. Both
collector manifold A and bottom rail H
must lay perpendicular to the side rails
F. Fixation orifices of collector manifold A
and bottom rail H should match the side
rails F, while observing the correct weight
Diagram 16 distribution scheme.
Installation is carried out by at least two Fix A and H to side rails F using two
people. clamping clips C for each.
We recommend consulting with a roofing In this way the collector framework is
expert. composed. /Diagram 18/

G
F

C
B K
A

K
Diagram 18

Diagram 17
Step 1. Install the four fixing straps B to
the roof using the screws G. /Diagram 17/

Step 2. Put alongside and parallel to each

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Step 4. Take the plastic tube hangers D.

D tube must pass through tube holder D.
Diagram 19
Once you have installed the
framework and the manifold, put
the system together and check its
 integrity and correct function. If no
leaks are detected, you can install
the evacuated tubes.
E Installation should be carried out by
M
Their number is equal to the number of
pipes. Place them in the holes on the
bottom rail H. /Diagram 20/
Step 5. Carefully take evacuated tube M
out of the box. The upper end of the tube
with a silver probe-like tip as must fit in
the manifold nest. The lower end of the
Place the plastic protector on the bottom
of tube M. Carefully screw the protector
onto the holder.
Repeat this until you install all glass
evacuated tubes M. /Diagram 20/
6.2.3. Installation of VTC type evacuated
tube collectors on façade
at least two people. We recommend
consulting with a carrier wall expert.

6.3. Collector array connection

For connecting several collectors in
array, it is necessary to use the flexible
pipes between two collectors because
of material expansion upon heating and
contraction upon cooling.

Diagram 20

Diagram 21
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Table 3 7. CONNECTING THE COLLECTOR TO

Number of collectors in one array DOMESTIC HOT WATER/CENTRAL
Number of col- Number of collec- HEATING SYSTEM
lectors PK type in tors VTC type in
one array: one array: 7.1. Collector protection against
РК 2,0/ lightning, hail, frost, overheating
10 pcs VTC 15 8 pcs
РК 2,15
РК 2,5/ Must be performed by an autho-
РК 2,7
8 pcs VTC 20 7 pcs
 rized service technician/service
shop for such operations.
VTC 30 5 pcs
Our warranty does not cover dam-
- To prevent shading in two or more age from extremely strong acts of
rows of collectors, follow the distance L  nature. We recommend that dam-
between the rows. age of collectors be included as a
clause in your building insurance.

•  Collector protection against

lightning. The lightning rod should be 1.5
meter higher and 3 meter far away from
the solar collectors.

Diagram 22
• Collector protection against hail,
Table 4 strong wind and snow mass. Each solar
collector is tested for resistance to harsh
Collector Distance L between
the rows weather conditions:
mounting angle Collector orientation - Hail resistance: size up to 25 mm /1”
ɑ V, m H, m when collector mounting angle is ≥40°.
25° 4,7 2,6 In areas with frequent hailstorms it is
recommended to install a protective net
30° 5,2 9
over collectors.
35° 5,2 3 - Strong wind resistance: wind speed up
40° 6 3 to 120 km/h
45° 6 3,5 In areas with strong, steady winds it is
50° 6,5 3,6 recommended to further strengthen the
collector support fixation to the building
55° 6,7 3,7
structure, as well as frequent inspection
60° 7 3,8 to prevent any loosening of connections.
- Snow mass resistance: load up to 30 cm
Diagram 23
– 1.25 kN/m2
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In areas with heavy snowfalls it is
recommended to further strengthen the
collector support fixation to the building
structure, as well as frequent inspection
to prevent any loosening of connections.
•  Collector protection against frost.
To protect the collector against frost
(closed loop) Propylene Glycol PG heat-
carrier fluid is recommended.
Table 5
Relation between Propylene Glycol and wa-
ter
PG / Propylene
Freezing point
Glycol /: Water
20% : 80% - 7 ℃
30% : 70% - 13 ℃
40% : 60% - 23℃
50% : 50% - 34℃
If you choose water as heat carrier, it is
recommended to connect to the system
a controller unit supporting antifreeze
function working with water as heat-
carrier.
•   Collector protection against
overheating. If the system is designed to
power a central heating circuit it would
produce more hot water than necessary
in the summer period. In this case, we
recommend that the system be fitted with
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a device for heat dissipation or to add
more users to the hot water circuit in the
summer (swimming pool or other similar
consumers).
7.2. Collector outlets/connections
Upon design of vertical risers it is
recommended that the heat carrier flow
speed
be between 0.5 and 0,8 m/s, and the riser
pipes be made of copper.
For example: for 20 m 2 of collector area
the required flow rate is 1000 l/h at a heat
carrier speed of 0,5 m/s - recommended
pipe section is ø28x1 Cu.
We recommend - two and/or more
collector fields to be connected using the
Tichelmann principle.
When installing the collector it is
mandatory that on its highest point
an automatic air purge be installed to
facilitate system charging.
Connection of collectors is carried out
using Hollander joints.
Diagram 24
For PK New Line model using adapter
nipples for copper pipe ø22.
For PK Classic model using Hollander
joints at 1/2“
The use of galvanized pipes and fittings
for connecting collectors to water tanks
is forbidden due to electrical corrosion
hazard.
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Fixing the fittings:
- Always use two opposing spanners when
tightening the compression fittings. Do
not twist the copper pipe (inlet/outlet)
as the header maybe damaged.
- Tighten with standard length spanners
using moderate torque force. Do not
overtighten the fittings.
- Flood the circuit with water and check
the for leaks at the compression
fittings. If leaking then loosen the
fitting completely, and wrap the Teflon
plumbing tapes or a suitable sealing
compound.
- For several collectors connections, it
is necessary to use the flexible pipes
between two collectors because of the
Expansion on heating and contraction
on cooling.
- Heat loss from the piping can be
significant and should be taken to
insulate any possible points of heat loss.
Ensure the insulation material is tight
against the pipeline, inlet and outlet.
Using the silicone sealant to form a
water-tight seal on the temperature
sensor. The insulation foam should be
protected against the UV. The circulation
pump should be also insulated otherwise
it could be a source of heat loss.
7.3. Stagnation temperature
Stagnation refers to the condition that
occurs when the pump stops running,
due to pump failure, power blackout, or
as a result of a high tank temperature
protection feature built into the
controller, which turns the pump off.
If a PTRV is installed on collector inlet
or outlet the collector will continue to
increase in temperature until the limit of
the temperaure relief valve is reached,
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at which point hot water will be dumped
from the system. If a PTRV is not installed
on the collector, steam will form in the
header. Eventually some steam may feed
back to the storage tank via the return
line.
The PTRV on the tank will open to release
pressure or heat as required. Under such
conditions the manifold will normally
reach a maximum temperature of around
160°C/320°F. Generally the heat returning
from the collector in the form of steam is
not enough to affect a continued increase
in tank temperature (ie. Heat input <tank
heat losses)Under normal use stagnation
should rarely occur as a result of pump
stoppage, since power blackouts normally
happen during storms and not clear
sunny weather. High tank temperature
protection should only occur when hot
water is notused for several days (when
on holiday), and only during strong
periods of sunlight (summer). If leaving
the house for an extended period of time
(more than 2 - 3 days), it is advisable to
cover the collector panel or design the
system with a heat dissipation device
or alternative use for the heat, thus
preventing overheating of the system
and collector stagnation. Stagnation of
the solar collector will NOT damage the
solar collector, however insulation used
on the piping close to the manifold inlet
and outlet should be able to withstand
temperatures of up to 200°C/395°F.
(Eg. Glass wool or mineral wool-with
an exterior wrap of aluminium foil, thus
protecting against the elements).
7.4. Mounting of Temperature sensor of
VTC type collector
The solar collector temperature sensor
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should be coated with a thick layer of
thermal paste and inserted into the
sensor sleeve to the full depth. If the fit is
too loose, slide a piece of copper plate or
wire in beside the sensor, Seal the sensor
sleeve opening with silicone sealant
to prevent water ingress. Ensure that
sensors used on the collector are high
temperature rated (up to 250°C/486°F), in
particular the cable.
7.5. Mounting of Safety temperature
valve
It is recommended, and may be required
by regulations, that a temperature control
device (safety tempetarure value) be
fitted into the hot water pipe between
the water heater and bathrooms and
en-suites to reduce the risk of scalding.
This is achieved by controlling the water
temperature to below 50°C/122°F
(temperature may be adjustable).
7.6. Pressure control. Temperature
control. Relief valve.
Regardless of the installation
configuration, pressure release values,
expansion vessels and/or other pressure
control devices must be installed. The
solar loop should be designed to operate
at no more than 800kPa - PRV may be
850kPa. (800kPa = 8bar = 116psi)
For installation where mains pressure
water is used, the system should ideally
be designed to operate at a pressure of
<500 kPa, achieved by use of a pressure
limiting/reduction value.
For the reliable operation of system, we
recommend you check the lever of the
pressure and temperature return valve
(PTRV) every six months. The PTRV lever
should be raised and dropped gently
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without effort.
Collector working (operating) pressure
should be secured using a pressure relief
valve at 6 bars.
An expansion vessel must be mounted in
order to take up the extra volume of fluid
caused by heat expansion. Recommended
capacity of expansion vessel is 4 ÷ 5 L/m2
of PK type collector area, and 8 ÷ 10 L/m2
of VTC type collector area.
To avoid damage to system and heat
carrier circuit, all air purge valves must
be closed upon purging of air from the
system. This will prevents the release of
steam and the penetration of oxygen
from the ambient air.
7.7. Filling of system.
To prevent overheating, the filling
of system must be carried out in the
morning or evening in the absence of
direct sunlight.
Direct use of collector for hot water
preparation is not allowed because of the
eventual clogging of pipes over a short
time by limescale deposits.
Inside collector pipes and risers circulates
a certain fluid (water, propylene glycol or
Tyfocor of freezing point corresponding
to the requirements of certain installation
(see section 7.1 of this manual.)When
using any other heat carrier fluid to fill the
collector manufacturer does not take any
responsibility for product warranty.
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7.8. Connection diagrams Must be performed by an autho-

 rized service technician/service
shop for such operations.

Diagram 25. Connection of Flat-plate collector РK to solid fuel boiler WBS, combi tank KSC2 and
three-way valve
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Diagram 26. Connection of Evacuated-tube collector VTC to solid fuel boiler WBS, combi tank
KSC2 and three-way valve
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Diagram 27. Connection of Flat-plate collector РK to solid fuel boiler WBS, solar water tank
SON, buffer tank P and three-way valve

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Diagram 28. Connection of Flat-plate collector РK to solid fuel boiler WBS, solar water tank
SON, buffer tank P and three-way valve
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8. COMMISSIONING
Must be performed by an
 authorized service technician/
service shop for such operations.
Before commissioning of solar collector
into operation, check:
- The air-tightness of all connections
- System air purging
- Insulation of pipelines: must be UV
resistant and temperature shock proof
as well as bird- and rodent-proof in
structure.
- Electrical connections: controller, pump
9. DAMAGE PREVENTION AND SERVICE
MAINTENANCE OF COLLECTORS
Any changes in design or con-
struction of solar collectors are
strictly prohibited. Detection of
such makes warranty null and
void. As changes in design and
construction shall be considered
 the removal of any manufacturer-
embedded items, incorporation
of additional components in the
collector, replacement of any com-
ponents with similar or analogues
not explicitly approved by the
manufacturer.
9.1. It is recommended that yearly
maintenance be carried out by
an authorized service. All service
maintenance must be logged on the
warranty card.
- Checkup of operating pressure, pump
operation, hydraulic connections.
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- Checkup of heat carrier fluid,
replacement thereof.
9.2. Cleaning of collectors from dust
deposits, fallen dry leaves and twigs
Keeping the collector surface (type PK
or VTC) clean is a prerequisite for good
performance. A dusty collector (due to
lack of rainfall, dusty ambience) can be
cleaned up in early morning hours before
it is heated by sunlight using:
- Warm water, soap/glass cleaner solution
and a soft cloth when the collector is
mounted in an easily accessible and safe
place;
- Pressurized water jet when the collector
is mounted in a hardly accessible place.
9.3. Replacing a broken tube on VTC type
heat pipe collector
In any event of broken collector tube
it needs to be replaced as quickly as
possible. Despite the damaged tube, the
collector can still operate, but its efficiency
will drop. Clean broken glass to prevent
future injuries. We recommend that
replacement of the broken collector tube
be carried out by an authorized installer /
service observing all safety norms.
10. WARRANTY TERMS
Failure to observe the installation
and operating requirements de-
 scribed in the manual and the ser-
vice booklet voids the warranty.
10.1. Manufacturing defects and
materials guarantee
NES Ltd. expressly guarantees that
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the products it manufactures shall
be free from defects in materials and
workmanship which can prevent from
normal operation under proper and
normal use, installation and maintenance
for the intended functions of the products
for a period set out in the warranty
certificate of the respective model of the
collector you have bought.
The warranty period begins from the
date indicated in the purchase invoice.
If a product or any component thereof
is determined to be defective in
manufacture or materials, NES Ltd. Will
repair or replace the defective component
or product.
10.2. Exclusions and Limitations of
Warranty Coverage
11.2.1. The customer can claim warranty
during warranty period of respective
product immediately after any defects
have been determined, except for in case
of noticeable defects at the moment of
purchase, in which case the customer
must make the claim at the shop
immediately after noticing the defect, as
it is provided for in the general conditions
of sale.
10.2.2. This warranty certificate is
considered void in cases when defects
and errors in functioning of products are
caused by:
- Accidents as a result of improper
storage, transportation, unsuitable or
incorrect use.
- Failure to observe the installation, use,
and maintenance instructions set forth
in the installation manual of respective
product.
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- Improper installation or use as well
as changes especially if they are not
made by authorized after-sale service
personnel of NES Ltd.
- Testing and operation pressures greater
than the values established by NES Ltd.
and set forth in product manuals.
Freeze, flood, natural disasters or third
party actions as well as any interventions
into normal functioning conditions of
collectors and the control of NES Ltd.
10.2.3. The warranty certificate is
considered void as well for collectors
whose serial identification number has
been modified, removed or blurred, or
cannot be expressly attested.
10.2.4. Damages in the appearance
of products shall not be considered as
defects giving right for laying claim except
for those ones which cause problems
in functioning or change technical
characteristics of collectors.
10.2.5. NES Ltd. preserves the right, in
case of replacement, to deliver another
model of collector in order to fulfill
approved warranty claims in case the
original model is not being manufactured.
10.3. Claiming warranty
Every customer who has purchased a
collector from NES Ltd., and who has
good reasons to lay a warranty claim, shall
proceed as follows:
10.3.1. Immediately notify in writing:
- The installer, or the company that has
sold the collector to him;
- The distributor firm;
- The commercial representative of NES
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Ltd. in the region. 10.3.4. If on customer’s request, and

For this purpose the claimant shall fill when there is reason for urgency,
out a claim form; the latter shall be the customer demands immediate
accompanied by the document proving replacement of the product he has
the purchase of the collector (invoice) claimed warranty for, before receiving the
with the date of purchase in it. decision as to the claim, said request shall
be accompanied by a Purchase requisition
10.3.2. After receiving the claim form, from the Commercial Department. After
NES Ltd. considers it and makes decision decision for satisfaction of the claim has
whether the claim has grounds or not, and been made, the Purchase requisition
whether the defect is within the scope of mentioned above will be annulled by
the warranty set forth in this certificate issuing a receipt for returned goods; with
for limited warranty; after which informs this receipt the customer can purchase
the customer as to its decision. another product with the same price in
case the claim has proved grounded.
10.3.3. The return of a product cannot
be done without written authorization
issued by the Claim Department.
11. TECHNICAL FEATURES
11.1. Technical features of PK type flat-plate collector

1. Aluminum casing
2. Silicon seal
3. Protective solar glass
4. Absorber with selective coating
(PK Select)
Or with black solar coating (PK
Standard)
5. High efficiency insulation
6. Bottom of the collector
7. Absorber pipe harp
8. Inlet/Outlet sleeve
9. Corner protector
10. Connection thread R ½” (CL
model)
11. Connection „New Line“ Cu ø 22
(NL CL model)

Diagram 29. Elements of PK type flat-plate collector

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Table 6. Technical parameters of PK type Flat-plate collector

SUNSYSTEM SUNSYSTEM
STANDARD SELECT
РК 2.15 РК 2.7 РК 2.0 РК 2.15 РК 2.5 РК 2.7
Width L1 mm 1020 1248 1020 1020 1248 1248
Overall
Height H mm 2125 2125 2000 2125 2000 2125
dimensions
Thickness D mm 90 90 90 90 90 90
Collector case width L2 mm 1000 1228 1000 1000 1228 1228
Distance b/n collecting pipes C mm 2025 2025 1900 2025 1900 2025
Overall surface m2 2.15 2.7 2.0 2.15 2.5 2.7
Absorber surface m 2
1.94 2.41 1.8 1.94 2.20 2.41
Heat carrier volume L 1.6 2.1 1.4 1.6 2.0 2.1
Test pressure Mpa 2.5
Max. Operating pressure Mpa 0.6
Inlet/Outlet N,P R1/2”
Inlet/Outlet New Line N,P Cu ø22
Heat carrier flow rate l/m h 2
50
Weight kg 33 38 31 33 36 38
Thickness of solar glass mm 4.2
Material of solar glass K Heat tempered prismatic glass Durasolar P+
Absorber pipes G, pcs. 8 10 8 8 10 10
Distance between absorber
F, mm 114 114 114 114 114 114
pipes
Number of collecting pipes pcs. 2 2 2 2 2
Material of collector case Powder coated Aluminium - RALL 9006
Material of absorber Copper
Coating of absorber Black solar coating Black solar coating
Thermal loss coefficient -к1 W/m K 6.18
2
6.18 3.83 3.83 4.23 4.23
Thermal loss coefficient –к2 W/m K 0.0227 0.0227 0.0080 0.0080 0.0035 0.0035
2 2

Insolation Rock wool g=30kg/m3 δ=40mm DIN 181165

Heat carrier fluid Propylene Glycol PG 50% (freezing point - 34°C)
Stagnation temperature °C 170 200
Standards and EN 12975:2006- EN 12975:2006-06;
Certificates 06 CEN - Keymark 011-7S381 F

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11.2. Technical features of VTC type Evacuated-tube collector

Diagram 30. Elements of VTC type Evacuated-tube collector

1. Manifold
2. Inlet/Outlet sleeve
3. Evacuated glass tube
4. Holder and protector of evacuated glass tube
5. Frame of VTC collector
6. Temperature sensor sleeve

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Table 7. Technical parameters of VTC type Evacuated-tube collector

Model VTC 15 VTC 20 VTC 30

Number of evacuated tubes pcs. 15 20 30
Height H mm 1980 1980 1980
Width L / Thickness D mm 1190/125 1570/125 2300/125
Overall surface m2 2.36 3.11 4.55
Aperture surface m2 1.412 1.882 2.824
Absorber surface m2 1.215 1.62 2.429
Heat carrier fluid PG 50% (freezing point: -34°С)
Heat carrier volume L 0.94 1.24 1.82
Heat carrier flow rate L/m2h 60÷80 60÷80 60÷80
Heat-tempered borosilicate glass SU-
Evacuated tube material
SS-ALN/AIN
Collector frame material / type Aluminium / Adjustable
Plastic parts material UV resistant plastic RAL 9005
Heat carrier pipes material / type Copper / Heat pipe TU 1
Coating of absorber Selective coating
Anodized aluminum / Polyurethane
Manifold unit - box material/insulation
foam 30 mm
Efficiency ƞ0a in relation to aperture % 66
Thermal loss coefficient, а1а W/(m K)
2
1.500
Thermal loss coefficient, а2а W/(m K )
2 2
0.020
Kθ,trans /Kθ,trans (50°), in relation to aperture 0,92/1,43
Stagnation temperature tstg °С 221
Max. operating temperature °С 180
Test pressure/ Max. operating pressure Bar 25/12
Pressure loss Δр Pa 150 200 600
Weight kg 43 57 86
Evacuated tube diameter/length Ø, mm/mm 58/1800
Distance b/n evacuated tubes mm 75
Heat carrier pipes diameter/number Ø, mm/pcs. 14/15 14/20 14/30
Collecting pipe material/diameter Ø, mm Copper/ 22
Heat carrier Inlet/outlet diameter Ø, mm 22
Temperature sensor sleeve Ø, mm 8
Evacuated tube holder pcs. 15 20 30
Number of outlets 2
EN 12975: 2006-06 / CEN - Keymark
Standards and Certificates
No 011-7S1807-R

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12. RECYCLING AND WASTE DISPOSAL
12.1. Recycling of collector packaging
Parts of the packaging made of wood or
paper can be used as combustible for the
boiler. Submit the rest of the packaging
material for recycling according to the
local regulations and requirements.
Replaced heating installation components
must be submitted for processing to an
authorized factory which complies with
the environmental protection regulation.
12.2. Recycling and waste disposal
At the end of life cycle of each product its
components are due to be disposed of in
conformity with regulatory prescriptions.
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According to Directive 2002/96/EC on
waste electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE) they are to be disposed of outside
the normal flow of solid domestic waste.
Obsolete equipment shall be collected
separately from other recyclable waste
containing materials with adverse effect
on health and environment.
Metal details, as well as non-metal ones
shall be sold to licensed recyclable metal or
non-metal waste collection organizations.
Those should not be treated as domestic
waste.
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