Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will Solar Temp Solar Pool Panels heat my pool?
2. Can the Panels also Cool my pool?
3. What size is the Size of a Solar Temp Panel?
4. Why should
   I heat my pool?
5. How much does the Solar Temp Pool Heating System Cost to
   operate?
6. How long will the Solar Temp System Last?
7. Should I add a pool cover?
8. What special Maintenance do I need to do?
9. How do I go about getting professional help?

Will Solar Temp Solar Pool Panels heat my
pool?

Of course! Depending on your weather and climatic conditions, you can
expect your Solar Temp Solar Temp Heating System to:

*  Raise your pool temperature 2 to 5 degrees Centigrade each time
the water passes through the system, and

*  Raise your pool’s temperature 5 to 15 degrees Centigrade over a
period of several days of good weather.

A solar blanket will help hold in this heat at night or when it’s windy,
and can help the system be even more effective. To set up an appointment
for a free analysis and estimate contact us.

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Can it also cool my pool?

During the hottest part of the summer, running the solar system at night
can cool a pool to a more refreshing swimming temperature – down several
degrees in one night if the conditions are right.

Can pool solar panels be used to heat the house?

No. Solar pool panels and controls are designed specifically to heat a
large volume of water in a swimming pool, and to operate in temperature
ranges of 80 to 100 degrees. Household space heating and household hot
water are different applications of solar, requiring the heating smaller
volumes of household water to higher temperatures.

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What size is a Solar
Temp Pool Panel?

Solar Temp Solar Panels come in one size 3.0m x 1.2m.

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Should I heat my pool ?

Solar Energy is free energy. A swimming pool, with decking and
landscaping, represent a sizable investment for the homeowner.
Maintenance costs exist whether the pool is used or not. The investment
in solar pool heating will assure that the pool is used and enjoyed much
more. in Fact you can swim up to 10 months of the year.

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How much does a Solar Temp pool heating
system cost to
operate?

Nothing, the Solar Temp Heating system forms part of your existing
swimming pool configuration. The majority of residential Solar Temp Heating Systems use
an automatically controlled valve to divert the existing filtration flow
to the solar panels, so there is no additional cost to operate the solar
pool panels. Most Pool pumps are adequate to control the flow through
the Pool Heating System. Call us today to find out if your pool pump is
suited for a Solar Temp Pool Heating System.

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How long will the solar equipment last?

Solar Temp solar collectors are made of a class 9 pipe which has been
manufactured with uv stabilizes and can you expect them to last between 20 to 25 years. Thousands of Solar Temp solar
pool heating systems that were installed over 20 years ago are still
going strong.

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Should I use a pool cover with a Solar Temp pool
heating system?

With a properly sized Solar Temp Heating System, a pool cover is normally not
required to keep the pool at a comfortable temperature during the normal
swimming season. However, a pool cover does help retain heat at night
and prevent evaporation loss. The cover traps the solar heat that has
been added during the day, and is very complementary to the solar
system. The solar system can be viewed as actively adding heat. The
cover retains that heat passively.

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What special maintenance is required on a
Solar Temp Heating System?

Usually no special maintenance is required during the season. Modern
electronic controls allow you to “set and forget” the solar heater.

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How do I purchase a Solar Temp Heating
System or
receive more information?

Call our call centre for further information on 021 5567207