How It Works
The solar hot water system is designed to operate automatically, taking advantage of solar energy when it is available.
- System will turn on when solar energy can be added to the water heater.
- Solar controller will activate the circulation module which will push water up to the solar collector(s) and begin circulation.
- When solar energy becomes unavailable or when heated water is not required, the system will turn off.
**Revolution has been designed to work with both electric and natural gas water heaters.
Benefits
- Single box solution — system carton weighs less than 85 pounds
- Reduces electric water heating costs dramatically
- Easy to install — typically requires less than a half day by experienced Fafco Solar installers
- Simple user interface
- Lightweight, flexible, efficient solar collectors
- Freeze-tolerant design
- Cannot overheat
- Self-cleaning filtration system
- Optional photovoltaic (PV) solar panel for circulation (recommended)
System Includes
- Solar Collectors — two polymer solar collectors (48 sq. ft.)
- Integrated Circulation Module — compact design integrates low voltage digital controller, pumps and heat exchanger
- Expansion Reservoir — roof-mounted design accommodates expansion of heat transfer fluid and vents air
- Complete Accessories — flexible tubing, quick connect fittings, roof and plumbing hardware
- Heat Transfer Fluid — food grade glycol, optimum freeze protection, heat transfer performance, and code approved for single wall heat exchanger
