Contains the parts necessary for making water connections from a row (“bank”) of solar pool heating panels to the system’s supply and return plumbing lines. Specialized pipe connectors create a leak-free seal between solar panels and PVC pipe. These pipe connectors are an extremely important component for any solar pool heating system and should always be used to connect PVC pipe to solar panels via a rubber coupling hose. Also contains the parts necessary to aid in gravity drainage of the panels and piping, as well as cap off a single row of solar panels. One (1) Add-A-Row Kit is req. Uired for each row (“bank”) of solar panels in the array. If you are installing your panels in multiple rows, you will need one (1) Add-A-Row Kit per row of solar panels. Each Add-A-Row kit includes a vacuum relief valve. Vacuum relief valve’s allows air to enter the solar pool heating system when the pool pump shuts off to facilitate automatic gravity drainage of the panels and pipe. This is an extremely important aspect of solar pool heating systems to prevent freeze damage, as well as keep air from stagnating within the panels and piping. Solar pool heating system’s should always be plumbed in a manner which allows for this functionality. Plumbing designs that do not allow for automatic gravity drainage of the panels and piping should be manually drained when temperatures are expected to drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Panel connector hoses are molded EPDM rubber designed specifically for use with solar pool heating systems. Outlet header bracket, strap brackets, strap clamps and hose clamps are stainless steel construction for optimal strength and corrosion resistance. Kit also includes flashing bases. To support lag bolt attachment to the mounting surface and provide enhanced seal. Durable UV-resistant EPDM rubber for long life in direct sun. Reinforced center prevents deformation from pressure and vacuum. Hose-clamp indicator ridges for perfect placement and seal. Stainless-steel brackets and clamps. Each system connector hose is 7 in. Will work with any solar pool heating system that has round 1.5″ or 2″ I. Header manifolds and makes attachments with rubber hose type connectors. Each Row Kit Contains. (1) Outlet Header Hold-Down Bracket Assembly. (1) Flashing Base Outlet Header. (2) Hold-down Strap Brackets. (4) Hold-Down Strap Assemblies. (1) Vacuum Relief Valve. (2) System Connector Hoses. (2) Pipe Adapters (high-temperature CPVC). Only hoses made specifically for pool solar applications should be used for connecting solar pool panels or any necessary hardware. Rubber coupling hoses not designed for this purpose may balloon and explode under the high operating pressure of a solar pool heating system. Our mission is to provide an outstanding customer experience from start to finish. Our team of dedicated experts are available to assist with any questions you have, at any point in your project. We offer design & consultation services free of charge, simply give us a call or send us a message. Our primary objective is to help you identify the best possible solar solution that will achieve your heating goals, while also providing the best possible fit to your roof type and climate. Here is a list of a few of the items we provide to our customers on a daily basis. Advanced design and layout services. Want to make sure your system is optimized for your climate, roof & heating goals? Plumbing design & tie-in assistance. Design & performance optimization. Pump sizing & speed considerations. Metal roofs, tile roofs, pergolas, ext. Achieving proper automatic gravity drainage. Winterizing systems in cold weather climates. Automation units, heat pumps, ext. At Solar Pool Supply, we are constantly seeking new and inventive ways of pioneering previously untouched challenges in the solar pool heating industry. We began with a renovation of the DIY market by custom packaging the industries leading brands into complete “do it yourself” kits for inground swimming pools. Systems of this caliber had previously only been available to select areas of the country by a professional installer. We have come a long way and have succeeded in making it possible for a homeowner anywhere in the world to have access to these very same systems, all without the need of a contract! Other Items You May Like. The items listed below are generally necessary if you are installing a new or replacement solar pool heating system. If you are simply replacing a couple old/damaged panels within an existing array, or are in need of replacement hardware, see “Repair & Replacement Components”. Contains the parts necessary for installing a solar pool panel to a supporting surface and making water connections from one panel to another. One (1) panel kit is required for each solar panel in the array. Each Panel Kit contains. (1) Outlet Header Bracket Flashing Base. (2) Strap Bracket, Stainless Steel. (2) Strap Bracket Flashing Base. (4) Hose Clamp, Stainless Steel. (2) Panel Connector Hose (3 3/4 long). Row Kit: Contains the parts necessary for making water connections from a row of solar pool panels to the system’s supply and return plumbing lines. One (1) Add-A-Row Kit is required for each row of solar panels in the array. Each Row Kit contains. (4) Strap Clamp, Stainless Steel. (2) System Connector Hose (7 long). (2) Pipe Connector, CPVC. Fastens solar pool panels to a supporting surface (roof or rack) and keeps them secure. One (1) 100′ Bulk Roll is generally sufficient for systems of 10 panels or less in normal wind conditions. For normal wind climates; two (2) straps are recommended per panel. For high wind climates, between three (3) and four (4) straps are recommended per panel. Supplemental High-Wind Panel & Row Installation Kits are available for high wind climates. The items listed below may be needed in addition to the items above if you are installing a new system from scratch (do not have a pre-existing solar pool heater), OR have specific installation requirements due to available roof spacing i. E: if you need to split the panels into multiple rows or need to bypass an obstruction like a roof or skylight. We also have supplemental high-wind add-on kits available for those living in. High-wind/storm climates and need additional mounting security. Manual Temperature Control Plumbing Kit. Contains the valve’s necessary for manual temperature control of your solar pool heating system. A 3-port diverter valve is manually adjusted to turn solar on and off. Two isolation valves are used to completely shut off solar for maintenance and winterization (prevents water from entering the solar panels). The check valve is used to prevent water from flowing backwards through your pump & filter. Includes premium Pentair lube-free valve’s, 2? E ach manual temperature control plumbing kit contains. (1) Pentair 3-Port Solar Valve w/ Drain Down, CPVC, 2? (1) Pentair 2-Port Check Valve, CPVC, 2? (2) Pentair 2-Port Isolation Valve, Positive Seal, CPVC, 2? Heavy-Duty Mounting Brackets: D. Urable, glass-reinforced polypropylene header mounting brackets, engineered for mounting solar pool heating panels in the portrait orientation (vertical). This bracket will integrate with any panel featuring a rounded 1.5? Header manifold and provide additional mounting security for high-wind installations. Fits ROUND header manifolds. (Sunsaver, Sunsaver ST, Heliocol, Techno-Solis, Sunheater, Nuvis, iSwim). Universal – removable insert fits 1.5? Up to 1.9? Headers up to 2.4? Durable & UV-resistant reinforced polypropylene; three-piece construction for ease of installation. Made in the USA; designed specifically for solar pool heating applications. Supplemental high-wind kits are recommended for installation sites with frequent high-wind weather conditions. Contains the parts necessary for securing the inlet header and adding 2 additional lines of strap per panel. The spring-tension design allows for additional mounting security while still providing flexibility for normal expansion and contraction while the panels heat and cool. One (1) high-wind panel kit is required for each solar panel in the array. Each High-Wind Panel Kit contains. (1) Inlet Header Hold-Down Bracket Assembly. (1) Inlet Header Bracket Flashing Base. High-Wind Row Kit: Contains the parts necessary for securing the final inlet header in each row of solar collectors and securing each row of strapping with a higher security mounting bracket (by use of a 2-hole bracket instead of a 1-hole). One (1) high-wind row kit is required for each row of solar panels in the array. Each High-Wind Row Kit contains. (8) 2-Hole Header Bracket, Stainless Steel. (9) Header Bracket Flashing Base. Row Spacer Kit: Contains the parts necessary to bypass mounting surface obstructions larger than 7 such as roof vents, skylights and exhaust fans. Allows the connection of PVC pipe between the panels to provide proper clearance of the obstruction. One (1) Row Spacer Kit is required for each split in a row of solar panels. Each Row Spacer Kit contains. (4) Pipe Connector, CPVC. (2) Panel Connector Hose. PVC Pipe Support Bracket. Optional component used for supporting feed and return line PVC piping on the roof or other mounting surfaces. Each bracket includes a specialized wedge attachment that allows for the natural expansion and contraction of the pipe as it heats up and cools down. Includes flashing base to support lag bolt attachment to the mounting surface and provide enhanced seal. Also used to create a low-profile, aesthetically pleasing installation. REPAIR & REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS. The items listed below are used if you are replacing old/damaged panels within an existing array, or need to repair damaged or leaking solar panels. Molded EPDM rubber hoses designed specifically for use with solar pool heater panels. Used to connect solar panels to one another, attach end caps and vacuum relief valves. This replacement hardware pack features premium UV-Resistant Molded EPDM Rubber Hoses and Stainless-Steel Hose Clamps. These parts are designed specifically for use with solar pool heating systems that connect with rubber hoses and metal hose clamps. We offer both 1.5″ ID and 2″ ID header sizes. Hose connectors are used to connect solar panels to one another, attach end caps & vacuum relief valves. Each Connector Pack contains. (4) Panel Connector Hose, 3-3/4. (8) Hose Clamp, Stainless-Steel. Secures wind strap across the body of solar pool heater panels. End Cap: Used to plug a row of solar pool panels. Connects to the panel header via rubber coupling hose. Manufactured from glass-reinforced polypropylene, providing increased strength, stiffness, surface hardness, and higher continuous temperature protection reducing distortion under long-term stress. A ball spring (5#) type check valve is typically installed at the highest point in a solar pool heating system. By allowing air to enter the pool solar panels, it aids in gravity drainage of solar pool collectors and piping. Internal components feature a Viton O-ring, glass-reinforced ball, and 5# stainless steel spring. Solar Panel Repair Kit (Large, 0.325 Diameter). Includes all the necessary tools and plugs to repair solar pool heater panels with leaks in the riser tubes. SwimEasy solar panels require 0.325 diameter plugs. Includes cutter tool, blade, insertion tool. 2.5mm Phillips screwdriver, & 20 repair plugs. (4) plugs are recommended per riser tube repair; (2) at the top & (2) at the bottom. Will not repair leaks at the weld where the riser tube meets the header. 20-Pack Repair Plugs (Large, 0.325 Diameter). Replacement plug pack, used to repair solar panels with leaks in the riser tubes. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Yard, Garden & Outdoor Living\Pools & Spas\Pool Equipment & Parts\Pool Heaters & Solar Panels”. The seller is “solarpoolsupply” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Header Size: 1.5\
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Custom Bundle: No
- Power Source: Solar
- Type: Installation Hardware Kits
- MPN: 12043-1, 12043-2
- Modified Item: No
- Brand: SwimEasy
- Suitable For: Above Ground Pools, In Ground Pools