First, prepare the tools.
1. Pipe cutter. If you don't have a pipe cutter, you can use a hacksaw blade.
2. Interfaces of the same diameter as the pipe can be found at hardware stores.
3. If the broken part of the pipe is too long, you can purchase another section of aluminum-plastic pipe.
Rough method:
Use a saw blade to cut off the bad part, install the interfaces on the top of the tubes and screw them.
Actually, it's not that difficult.
Be careful when climbing stairs!
How to replace a solar heating pipe
If the solar water pipe is leaking at the water valve or where the water pipe is connected , it is likely that the water pipe is loose. In this case, it is recommended to wrap the raw material tape layer by layer along the leak area, and finally glue it together. If the fSolar water leak is due to aging pipes and damaged joints, this situation does not require repair. Simply purchase the same type of water line and reinstall it.
When purchasing solar water pipes daily, try to choose high-quality water pipes and hire specialized installers during the installation process to ensure a better service life.
Questions that should be paid attention to when using solar energy
1. The water stored by solar energy must be drained regularly to avoid any water pollution for health. Depending on local water quality, it is recommended to drain in the morning when the sensor temperature is lower.
2. If it is a sunny day and you do not use hot water for several days in a row, you should take special care because the water temperatureis high at that time. Before use, you should turn on the cold water first, then the hot water to avoid burning yourself.
3. Since solar pipes tend to freeze in winter, there is no need to worry if the pipes do not crack at that time. It can be used after the temperature has increased.
4. If the temperature is too low, the solar pipes have frozen. Do not hit the pipe at this time, otherwise it will burst. At this point, it is recommended to wrap the tube with a towel and then treat the tube with warm water.
5. To prevent scale from forming in the vacuum tube of the solar water heater, it must be cleaned regularly. It is recommended to do this for 2-3 years.
6. Solar energy equipment equipped with special instruments should pay special attention to electricity consumption and lightning protection. When used forDuring stormy season, unplug the power plug first.
1. All hot water from the solar water heater should be drained before disassembly to avoid being scalded by hot water seeping in when disassembling the tube. If it is noon, the water in the vacuum tube will have been emitted. Light, strong sunlight will damage the vacuum tube and shorten its service life.
2. When disassembling, use water soaked in detergent or washing powder to lubricate the vacuum tube. At the same time, pay attention to the angle of the vacuum tube and pull it out. gently and do not pull it into the corner. Pull hard to prevent the vacuum tube from bursting and causing injury.
3. Placement method: After the vacuum tube is dismantled, it should be packed in special polyester foam compartments and placed in special cartons to avoid impact during the transport.
4. Disassembly method: use soaked waterof detergent or laundry detergent to lubricate the connection between the vacuum tube and the water tank, turn left and right and push it lightly, then remove the vacuum tube. Take the other end of the circlip and gently remove the vacuum tube from the water tank.