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Solar Products

Rheem Passive Solar Water Heating Systems

 

 The System

  • Passive design, requires no pumps or controllers
  • Available in two system configurations
    • RS47-21BP, 47 gallon storage capacity
    • RS80-42BP, 80 gallon storage capacity
  • Complete system includes tank, collector(s),
    installation kit and heat transfer fluid
  • Closed loop, indirect heat exchange
  • Can be used in stand alone or preheat applications
  • 5 year limited warranty

 The Tank

  • Magnesium alloy anode rod for prolonged tank life
  • Rugged steel tank with vitreous enamel tank lining
  • Immersion, copper sheath backup element

 The Collector

  • Black polyester powder coat collector absorber surface
  • 35 multi flow risers for faster heat transfer
  • Propylene glycol heat transfer fluid and antifreeze protection

 

Spec Sheets
Passive Solar System

Use and Care Manual
Passive Solar Water Heating System

Warranty
Solar System Limited Warranty

Brochure
Power from the sun brochure

 
 
Rheem Solar Storage and Heat Exchange Tanks

 Solaraide

  • Brass drain valve
  • Choice of two models…storage tank or single element water heater, both specially equipped for installation with residential direct solar systems
  • Special threaded stud located near the outlet for attachment of tank sensors
  • Temperature and pressure relief valve included
  • Collector feed and return fittings located at front of tank for convenient installation
  • Isolated tank design for better heat retention
  • High efficiency heating element
  • Rheemglas tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs tank life
  • Cold water inlet brings cold water to tank bottom to prevent mixing with heated water
  • Anode rod equalizes aggressive water action for prolonged tank life
  • Cold water inlet, hot water outlet, relief valve and anode rod at top of tank for easy access and fast, economical installation
  • Automatic temperature control
  • Over temperature protector
Spec Sheets
Solaraide
Solaraide HE

Use and Care Manual
Solaraide
Solaraide HE

Warranty
Solaraide Limited Warranty

 Solaraide HE

  • Brass drain valve
  • Choice of two models…storage tank or single element water heater specifically engineered for installation with residential indirect solar systems
  • Temperature and pressure relief valve included
  • Collector feed and return fittings located at front of tank for convenient installation
  • Isolated tank design for better heat retention
  • High efficiency heating element
  • Rheemglas tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs tank life
  • Heat exchanger: copper tubing wrapped around and secured to the tank.  Double wall, vented design for positive leak detection
  • Cold water inlet brings cold water to tank bottom to prevent mixing with heated water
  • Anode rod equalizes aggressive water action for prolonged tank life
  • Cold water inlet, hot water outlet, relief valve and anode rod at top of tank for easy access and fast, economical installation
  • Automatic temperature control
  • Over temperature protectorgreen
Spec Sheets
Solaraide HE

Use and Care Manual
Solaraide HE

Warranty
Solaraide Limited Warranty