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Installing a Solar Hot Water System
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A solar hot water system is an eco-friendly, cost-efficient alternative to gas or electric heaters, and with a conventional heater as a backup, can provide hot water even on cold, cloudy days. Afte...
A solar hot water system is an eco-friendly, cost-efficient alternative to gas or electric heaters, and with a conventional heater as a backup, can provide hot water even on cold, cloudy days. After a brief overview, this program explains the process of installing an active solar hot water system. Viewers learn the specific tools, hardware, plumbing, and electrical components needed, how to test the system, and key points about its operation to discuss with the homeowner after installation is complete. The importance of setting up a safe, OSHA-compliant jobsite is also covered, and smart building tips are offered throughout.
Details
- Creator
- Shopware (Firm)
- Format
- Videos, Slides, Films
- Language
- English
- Publication
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- New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2013], c2014
- Physical Details
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- 1 streaming video file (13 min.) : sd., col. + instructional materials (online)
- digital
- video file
- OCLC
- ocn863948934
- Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.
- Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Films Media Group on September 12, 2013.
- Films on Demand is distributed by Films Media Group for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.
- Mode of access: Internet.
- System requirements: FOD playback platform.
- Getting Started (2:33) -- Solar Hot Water Equipment (1:59) -- Setting Up a Safe Job Site (0:53) -- Installing the Rack or Mounting Hardware (1:56) -- Installing Solar Collectors and Piping (1:26) -- Installing the Indoor Equipment (2:29) -- System Testing and Homeowner Education (1:07) -- Credits: Installing a Solar Hot Water System: Residential Energy Efficiency Projects (0:18)