Maintenance of your Solar Genius

Because of its unique construction, the SolarGenius is virtually maintenance free.

There is no sacrificial anode that requires periodic replacement, and no joints, gaskets or seals to leak. The SolarGenius is also completely corrosion proof and is unaffected by harsh water quality. The tank contains a long service float valve for maximum durability. Should replacement be required please contact your SolarGenius consultant.

In the unlikely event that a flying object causes the collector cover-plate to crack, then the replacement of the cover-plate should be completed with caution. The cover-plate is an acrylic sheet with many times the impact resistance of the same thickness of glass. However, the removal of the cover-plate may still expose sharp and jagged edges requiring the sheet to be handled with caution and disposed of carefully.

CLEANING THE COLLECTOR COVER-PLATE: If the collector cover-plate is coated with dust and grime, this is best removed with warm water containing a gentle household detergent. The water can be applied to the panel with a soft cloth. Do not apply any solvents or abrasive materials to the cover-plate.

If the collector cover-plate is coated with dust and grime, this is best removed with warm water containing a gentle household detergent. The water can be applied to the panel with a soft cloth. Do not apply any solvents or abrasive materials to the cover-plate.

Note to Plumbers:

Should you need to disconnect the SolarGenius for any reason, make sure that you isolate the incoming cold water to the unit and the outgoing hot water from the unit. Then drain out the water collected in the pipes prior to cutting them. This will prevent any unnecessary water leakage.

Before replacing the electrical booster element, isolate the unit from the incoming cold water supply. Isolate the power supply to the element before draining the water in the tank to a level below the element. Remove and replace the element. It is recommended that the element fixing bolts be tightened to a torque of 4Nm. Reconnect the cold water supply and make sure that the tank is full of water before subsequently the power supply to the element.

Should you be experiencing problems with your SolarGenius, please check the Trouble Shooting section before requesting a service call.

DRAINING THE SolarGenius: If the unit needs to be drained of water, then please follow the steps listed below:

1. Turn off both the power supply at the main switch and the water supply to the unit.
2. Cover the collector panel completely so that it is fully shaded from all sunlight.
3. Remove the drain from the base of the collector (left hand side when looking at the tank from the collector).
4. As a safety measure the collector drain has a moulded-in seal located behind the drain plug. This seal must be removed to allow drainage. The seal is easily removed using a battery drill and a 10mm diameter bit. Caution must be exercised when removing the seal, as water will flow from the drain as the seal is removed. USING MAINS POWER TOOLS COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION. In additon, the water in the collector panel may be hot. EXERCISE CARE TO AVOID SCALDING.
5. DO NOT REMOVE THE SHADING COVER FROM THE COLLECTOR UNTIL THE UNIT IS RE-FILLED WITH WATER.