Quick answer
Installation starts with a survey of the roof, sunlight, water supply and plumbing. The frame is fixed securely facing the sun at a suitable tilt, the tank and collector are mounted, then cold supply, hot outlet, valves and the backup element are connected and the system is filled, checked for leaks and commissioned.
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Shop all inverter products →Key takeaways
- Unshaded roof with good sun through the day.
- Strong mounting: a full tank is heavy.
- Correct valves for safety.
- Short hot-water pipe runs reduce heat loss.
- Qualified plumbing and electrical connections.
01Steps
- 01SurveyRoof strength, orientation, shading, water supply and pressure.
- 02MountFrame fixed to the roof structure at the right tilt.
- 03PlumbCold in, hot out, valves and insulation on pipes.
- 04ElectricalBackup element and controller on a proper circuit.
- 05CommissionFill, purge air, check leaks and temperature.
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02Frequently asked questions
How long does installation take?
A typical home system is installed in a day.
Can my roof hold a solar water heater?
Most can, but a full tank is heavy, so we check the structure at the survey.
