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Preface
Many thanks for purchasing this Steinbach product. We continually develop
and enhance our items, however, should this product be faulty, we apologise
for any inconvenience and politely ask you to get in contact with our service
centre.
Read operating manual and store safely
Instruction manual for Speedsolar Sun LDPE
This instruction manual relates to the product stated above. It contains import-
ant information on starting your product for the fi rst time and how to operate
it. Carefully read through the instruction manual - particularly the safety
instructions - before using this product. Non-compliance with this instruction
manual may lead to major injuries or damage to your product. The instruction
manual is based on standards and regulations applicable within the European
Union. If the product is being used abroad, please follow any country-specifi c
guidelines and laws. Store the instruction manual in a safe location for later
consultation and submission to third parties, where applicable.
Intended use
This product is solely intended for private use and is not suitable for commer-
cial use.
The solar mat is used for the heating of your pool water by solar power and
is intended for pools in the ground and above ground pools. Only use the
product as described in this instruction manual. Any other use is considered
improper use and may lead to personal injury or damage to property. This
item is not a toy. The manufacturer or retailer assumes no liability for damage
resulting from improper or incorrect use.
Warnings and safety instructions
Read and observe all instructions. Non-compliance with these warnings
and instructions may result in damage to property, severe personal
injury or even death. These product warnings, instructions and safety re-
gulations are extensive but cannot cover all potential risks and dangers
and are thus not to be considered exhaustive. Please be cautious and
assess potential dangers appropriately. Incorrect use/handling of the
product can lead to life-threatening situations.
Caution! Leave repairs to experts in order to prevent hazards. Consult
a specialist workshop. Liability is waived and warranty claims expire
if repairs are carried out independently of if the product is improperly
installed or used incorrectly. Only original parts corresponding to the
original product specifi cations may be used during repairs.
WARNING! Hazardous for children and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental abilities (such as the handicapped, elderly individuals
with impaired physical and mental abilities), or those with a lack of ex-
perience and knowledge. Children must not be allowed to play with this
product. Cleaning may not be performed by children and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities.
NOTE! Risk of damage! This product may be damaged through improper
use.
Always turn off the fi lter system when installing or working on the solar
panel. Install product away from the pool (enough safety distance). Do
not use any petroleum based lubricant. Petroleum based products will
destroy plastic parts.
Check scope of delivery
NOTE! Risk of damage! The product may be damaged if you open the packa-
ging with a sharp knife or other sharp objects without due care and attention.
Please open the packaging very carefully.
■ Remove the product from the packaging.
■ Check that all included items have been delivered in full. Sketch/photo L1.
■ Check whether the item, or parts thereof, exhibit damage. If there is dama-
ge, do not use the product. Get in contact with the service address stated at
the end of the manual.
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General Information
Requirements for the installation of a solar panel
The solar panel you just purchased for your above ground pool or ground level
pool is simple to install and effortless to operate once connected. The installa-
tion instructions included in this manual are based on a few assumptions:
1) You have an existing above ground pool that is completely set up and fi lled
with water.
2) Your above ground pool is equipped with a pump-operated water fi ltering
system.
3) You have the necessary hoses needed to feed water in and out of your pool
and fi lter system (32 mm Ø or 38 mm Ø).
These assumptions are necessary as the solar panel, once installed, will
be completely dependent upon your pool's fi lter pump to push water in and
through the heater's solar coils.
How It Works
When properly installed, the solar panel will be connected to your fi l-ter and
your pool by two hose connections: One hose will feed cold, fi ltered pool water
from your pump into one port of the solar panel. The other hose will feed sun
warmed water from the other port of the solar panel to your pool via the pool
return inlet in your pool. As cold water is fed into the solar panel, it travels
through the solar coils where it is heated by the sun before it is delivered back
into your swimming pool.
The warming of the water depends on the following factors: the fl ow rate and
solar radiation.
Sunshine is required for the solar panel to operate. The solar panel can be
left connected even when the sun is not shining, since its in-stallation leads to
only a slight loss of pressure.
Tools & Equipment Required
The following items are not included with your new solar panel, but will be
required for proper installation and operation:
■ #2 Phillips screwdriver
■ ¼" Flat head screwdriver
■ Silicone based lubricant
Know Your Pool
Before you begin installation it is a good idea to know certain specifi -cations
about your pool:
■ How big is your pool?
■ What size hose does it use between pool and fi lter pump (i.e. 32 mm Ø or
38 mm Ø)?
■ What kind of hose connection does your pool use? (i.e. threaded/unthrea-
ded)
■ What location will position the collector for maximum sun exposure?
Connecting Multiple Units
DO NOT install multiple units directly into the return line. Doing so may
damage the product and will void the warranty.
To install multiple units, you MUST use a bypass valve and "T" con-nector with
pressure gauge (not included, but optionally available under the Article No.
060045 Bypass Set). The hose for a multiple unit installation MUST be at least
38 mm diameter. (Picture 1)
Install Instructions
Assembly Instruction
The system layouts below will help you install the solar panel(s) to your above
ground pool:
1) To assemble the solar panel two swimming-pool hoses are needed (not
included in delivery): one to connect between the fi ltration system and the
collector and one leading from the collector back to the pool
2) Position the solar panel in a way that ensures maximum solar radiation (6
hrs. per day minimum). WARNING: If the fi lter installation is left running during
the night, it is possi-ble that it cools down the pool.
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