Rheem Solar Hot Water
Roof-mounted Solar Hot Water Systems –
RHEEM HILINE & PREMIER HILINE
How Do Roof-mounted Solar Hot Water Systems Work?
In a Hiline open circuit or direct system, the water from the tank flows into the solar collectors where it is heated and flows back into the tank.
Rheem Premier Hiline® systems use a closed circuit or indirect system. The solar heating fluid flows from the heat exchanger into the solar collectors and back again where the heat is then transferred into the water in the tank.
- Suitable for 1 to 5 people
- Choose from Stainless Steel or Vitreous Enamel-lined tanks suitable for the Queensland climate
- Choose from four contemporary COLORBOND® steel colours with their modern design roof-mounted range
- The systems have either 5 / 7 / 10 year warranty option, warranty backed by Rheem Australia Pty Ltd
- Available in 180L or 300L capacity
- Full mains pressure from multiple outlets
Available in Non-Frost or Complete frost protected model options - Booster – your choice of an electric element or 6-Star continuous flow gas boost backup, to keep you in hot water when the sun isn’t shining
- Free up space on the ground
- Stainless Steel tanks are lighter in weight and are an inherently corrosion-resistant material in good water conditions
FEATURES
• Complete frost protection – Heat exchange technology protects the system down to freezing -10°C temperatures
• Available in 180L & 300L tank capacities
• Space-saving design – a complete roof-mounted installation featuring a durable, lightweight stainless steel tank
• Energy Efficient – can reduce energy use by up to 65%¹,²
• Booster – choice of 6-star continuous flow gas boost or electric element back up to provide hot water in any weather condition
• Low maintenance – operates using the thermosiphon principle that hot water rises, not requiring electronics or a pump. Premier Hiline® will reliably produce energy-efficient hot water
• Mains Pressure delivers full water pressure to all taps at the same time³
• Eligible for STCs4
• 7-Year cylinder Warranty
Rheem specifications table
Rheem Premier Hiline® is an indirect solar water heater specifically designed for environments prone to frost.
By using the sun’s energy as its primary heating source and heating via the thermosiphon principle, this simple system operates without the need for a circulating pump and electronic controller.
Premier Hiline® models can also reduce water-heating energy consumption by up to 65%¹,².
The range includes both 180L and 300L models, using a multi-riser solar collector design. The whole system is installed on your roof, saving space at ground level.
Premier Hiline® models feature heat exchange technology, maximising solar gain whilst providing frost protection.
Rather than directly heating water, special heat exchange fluid flows through the solar collectors to capture the sun’s energy.
With its anti-freeze properties, this fluid will prevent freezing in the solar collectors down to -10°C.
Rheem 150 and 300 litre
Connecting to a wood stove
Connecting a wood heater is easy using a special heat exchanger. The glycol circuit may be connected to the heat exchanger, and the stove side of the heat exchanger is maintained at low pressure using a special top-up tank. The mains pressure or glycol circuit of the Rheem unit must never be connected directly into the wood stove. This will void the warranty and potentially cause a very dangerous situation.
Rheem solar with heat exchanger, connected to a wood stove.
See detailed instructions for connecting a wood stove here.
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