OPERATION AND INSTALLATION RESIDENTIAL SOLAR PUMP STATION » SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 Table of Contents 1 For your safety 1 For your safety 1.1 About this manual 1.2 Designated use 1.3 Qualification of the installer 1.4 Hand-over of the system (specialist) 1.5 General safety instructions 1.6 General instructions regarding solar fluid 1.7 Frost damage 1.1 About the manual 2 Description of the product 1.2 Designated use 3 Assembly and installation 3.1 Wall-mounted configuration 3.2 Tank-mounted configuration 3.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 » After commissioning, fill in the log on the last page of this manual. » Hand the manual over to the end user. Instruct the end user to keep the manual in close proximity to the system. » Instruct the end user to have the solar station serviced and repaired by a specialist only. The controller settings must not be changed by the end user. » Explain to the end user the function of the system and of the safety devices.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 The pump station contains important valves, fittings, and safety equipment to ensure the proper operation of the solar thermal system. To prevent thermosiphoning of the system, a check valve must be installed on the supply line of the solar circuit. Stiebel Eltron provides a check valve as part of our tank mounting kits.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 5. Connect the pump station to the system by means of the top and bottom connections. The bottom connection should be piped to the heat exchanger outlet of the storage tank. The top connection should be piped to return to the collector field. It is recommended to ensure the seal of all threaded connections by using teflon tape and pipe dope. 6. To prevent thermosiphoning, install a check valve in the supply line of the solar circuit.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 5. Remove the components from the tank mounting kit. 6. Apply teflon tape & pipe dope to the 1˝ BSP threads on the lower HX assembly. Screw the assembly into the HX port and tighten it. 7. Apply teflon tape & pipe dope to the 1˝ BSP threads on the upper HX assembly. Screw the assembly into the HX port and tighten it. 9. Attach the pump station to the lower HX connection.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 3.3 Wiring the pump A. Risk of burns and scalding. 1. Remove the screw from the pump housing. Connect an 18 gauge wire to the pump wiring block by threading it through the waterproof nut at the bottom of the pump housing. Be sure to connect the colored wires in the correct manner. The valves and fittings may heat up to more than 212 (100C).
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 Ball valve with integrated g check valve 4.2 Preparation for flushing 1. Conduct an air pressure test of the system before flushing and filling. This will ensure that all gaskets, soldering joints, or threaded connections are properly sealed. The pressure, and length of this test is at the discretion of the installer, but it is highly recommended by Stiebel Eltron that this step is completed. 2.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 2. Open the domestic water connection to allow water to begin flushing through the system. 12. Insert the flushing hose into the same bucket of propylene glycol mixture as the charging hose. 3. Leave the water running through the system and into the drain for a full 5 minutes after the flushing hose has begun purging water. 13. Open the ball valve that is isolating the expansion tank. 4.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 2. Observe the flow via the flowmeter. Before decommissioning, wait until the solar fluid has cooled down below 122F (50C). 6.1 Draining the solar installation Complete draining allows components in the pump station to be replaced. 1. Disconnect the controller from the power supply and secure it against being switched on again. 2. Open the check valve to the 45 position. 2. Re-mount the front shell on the solar station. 3.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 Below is a diagram of the spare parts that can be ordered from Stiebel Eltron. If you need to order a replacement part, please contact Stiebel Eltron and use the part numbers below as a reference. 8 Technical data and pressure drop curve Technical data SE Flowstar Pump Station Dimensions Height 14.9 in. / 379 mm Width 8.94 in. / 227 mm Depth 5.9 in. / 150 mm Upper & lower connections ¾˝ Male NPT or ¾˝ Female BSP Exp.
Simply the Best INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION - 221337 Pressure drop curve For any service or warranty related issue, contact Stiebel Eltron at: 800.582.8423 17 West Street West Hatfield, MA 01088 TOLL FREE 800.582.8423 PHONE 413.247.3380 FAX 413.247.3369 info@stiebel-eltron-usa.com www.stiebel-eltron-usa.com Printed on recycled chlorine-free paper with soy-based inks. Due to our continuous process of engineering and technological advancement, specifications may change without notice.
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Simply the Best COMMISSIONING LOG SE FLOWSTAR PUMP STATION The installer should fill out this sheet at the end of the installation, and leave it at the installation site. Site: System operator: Installation site: Collectors: Collectors (number / type): Collector surface area: System specifications: System height: Pipe run length: Ventilation: Solar fluid (type / concentration): Max.
