Criterion 6.2.6 Protection from Leaks

Criterion text:
All potable water sections of a solar water heating system shall not leak when tested in accordance with the codes in force at the installation site. All non-potable sections of a solar water heating system shall be tested for leaks in accordance with the supplier's instructions.

Comments:
The installer must follow the instructions provided in the SRCC approved manufacturer's installation manual - as well as excepted industry methods for checking leaks in an installed solar system.

There are several ways to check for leaks. Visual (Figure 1) and using a pressure gauge are the most common.

The system should be inspected for leaks before adding insulation to the system piping - especially if the inspection method is visual.

Figure 1

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