The solar water heater is a device that uses solar energy to heat water. Pipes are an important part of it. Once broken or aged, they will no longer function properly. Here are the steps to repair the solar water heater pipe:
Step 1: Turn off the water source and power supply
Before repairing, you must first turn off the water source. and the power supply to the solar water heater to avoid any danger.
Step 2: Drain the water tank
Drain the water completely from the tank so you can replace or repair the pipes.
Step 3: Locate the damaged location of the pipe
Check the position of the pipe and find the damaged location.
Step 4: Cut the damaged pipe
Use a paper cutter or copper pipe cutter to cut the damaged pipe and remove it from the joint.
Step 5: Clean the joint
After removing the pipe, clean the interiorur and exterior of the joint with warm water and soap to ensure the joint surface is clean and free. of impurities.
Step 6: Measure the size of the new pipe
Use a copper pipe cutter to cut the new pipe to the correct length and match the fittings. Consider placing the new pipe in its original position and tightening it with copper hoops to ensure a good fit.
Step 7: Reinstall the pipe
Align the pipe with the joint and gradually push it in, using a copper ferrule to secure the new pipe to the joint.
Step 8: Tighten the pipe
Use pliers to tighten the pipe at the joint and make sure the hoop is tight.
Step 9: Clean again
Wash the inside and outside of the connector again with warm water and soap to make sure it is clean and free from impurities.
Step 10: Test
Reconnect the water hoseand power supply, turn on the water source and power switch, and check that the solar water heater has returned to normal operation.
Here are the detailed steps to repair the pipes of a solar water heater. If you are concerned that you are not qualified, please consult a professional maintenance company.
How to repair leaks in solar water pipes
Since the brands of pipes are different and the processes are different, the price may differ from 2 to 3 times. Regular manufacturers, the price is between 12-15 yuan. The price ranges from 20 to 115 yuan per piece, and the price varies depending on the model and quality. In order to ensure the heat collection effect, please choose regular quality products. The price around 200 depends on the brand, the manufacturer is different. At the same time, since solar energy is usually installed on solar panels,ts on slopes or on roofs, this is work at high altitude. To replace a solar vacuum tube, including labor and material costs, it is generally reasonable for the maintenance technician to charge. you 150 to 200 yuan.
Solar Water Pipe Leak Repair:
First find out the specific location and cause of the pipe leak solar water heaters, then proceed according to the actual situation. Take appropriate repair measures. If the connection position of the water supply pipe is loose, the loose position should be tightened.
If the water pipe is slightly broken, you should first wrap wire around the broken position, and be sure to wrap it tightly, then use adhesive to wet and dip the wire. Once the adhesive is dry, there will usually be no leaking at the cracked area. If the water pipe break is very seriousve, it cannot be repaired and the water pipe can only be replaced with a new product of the same specifications and model.
You should pay attention to details when using solar water heaters
1 When using solar water heaters, you should not Do not use wet hands to touch directly. and operate electrical appliances, nor you can use the leakage protector like a regular switch. At the same time, you should not turn electrical appliances on and off frequently, otherwise it may easily damage the electrical appliances.
2. If it is found that hot water has flowed into the cold water pipe of the solar water heater, you should ask someone to come and help you repair it in time, so as to avoid from getting burned by the cold. water pipe when hot water comes back and causes solar power to fail. Then continue touse it.
3. If the indoor ambient temperature is below zero, the water inside the pipe should be drained cleanly and the drain valve should be kept open to prevent the pipe or related internal accessories from freezing.