HS Series
HS Series BT Collector

Rheem HS series is an indirect split solar system operating on the Drain Back principle. Large capacity storage tanks simplify installation and reduce footprint. The Drain Back principle allows the use of highly efficient BT collectors without the undesirable effects of summer boiling and provides inherent frost protection.

The BT collector is our premium solar collector comprising 13 riser tubes laser welded to a copper absorber panel to maximise heat transfer. The absorber is coated with a sputtered selective surface which enhances absorption and minimises emission. Glass wool insulation further enhances heat retention.

The collector is mounted in an aluminium tray for superior weather protection and tempered glass improves transmission efficiency.

Solar Installation Tips

Collectors should ideally face due north (in the southern hemisphere), however, a system installed with the collectors facing as far as north-east and north-west will experience an approximate 5% drop in operating efficiency.

Collectors should be inclined at approximately the latitude angle, however, 15° either way is acceptable, but not less than 10° from the horizontal. For flat roof installations, Rheem can supply variable pitch frames suitable for either one or two collectors with pre-set pitch angles of 15°, 20° and 25°.

Metallic flow and return lines only MUST be used between the solar storage tanks and the collectors.