SEI: Solar Hot Water


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Solar Hot Water

Participants in this workshop will learn the theory, design considerations and installation techniques necessary to install and maintain a solar domestic hot water system. Passive solar water heaters, drainback systems, antifreeze systems and photovoltaic powered systems are all discussed in-depth, as well as an introduction to pool heating and space heating systems. Solar collectors, mounting systems, pumps, blowers, controls, storage tanks, heat exchangers, maintenance and more are subjects covered with each type of system as appropriate. Also included
are safety considerations, code compliance, system sizing and solar
collector per formance in a variety of climates and applications.

Lessons learned from the history of the solar thermal industry are an integral part of this workshop. The 4 and 5 day sessions include hands- on installation training, labs, and/or tours of working solar water heating systems.

Topics Include

Safety Considerations
Passive Batch Water Heaters
Closed Loop Antifreeze Systems
PV Powered Pump Systems
Space Heating
Basics of Radiant Floor Heating
Pool Heating
Mounting Strategies
Maintenance
Lessons Learned
Tours of Working Systems

Sessions

Date	Location	Price	Starting Date	Member Price
February 26 - 28 (3 day) [FULL]	Fontana, CA	$ 550	[FULL]	$ 500
May 19 - 23 (5 day) [FULL]	Carbondale, CO	$ 850	[FULL]	$ 800
Sept. 29 - Oct. 1 (3 day) [FULL]	Sandy Hook, NJ	$ 550	[FULL]	$ 500
Oct. 13 - 16 (4 day)	Guemes Island, WA	$ 675	Oct. 13, 2008	$ 625