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Universal Solaraide

MODEL 81VR80U-T
  • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty*

* See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information

  • 80 and 120-Gallon Capacities
  • Electric WHs and Storage Tanks
  • Connection Ports: Top & Sides

SKU 81VR80U-T
Model Universal Solaraide
Fuel Electric
Height 58.5"

Features & Benefits

  • Connection ports on the top, right and left side fit more installations and reduce SKUs
  • Two well insulated models to choose from…a storage tank or a high efficiency 4500 Watt backup electric water heater
  • Electric backup model provides at least 40-gallons of stored hot water

Easy Installation andMaintenance

  • Collector feed and return fittings conveniently located on front of tank for easy installation
  • A special 1/2" NPT opening is provided for installation of a “probe type” thermostat
  • Durable brass drain valve for easy maintenance

Tank Design & Construction

  • Cold water inlet brings cold water to tank bottom to prevent mixing with heated water
  • Uses the potable water within the tank for circulation through the solar system
  • Rheemglas® tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs tank life
  • Anode rod equalizes aggressive action for prolonged tank life
  • Temperature and pressure relief valve included
  • Electric backup model has automatic temperature control and over heat protection

  • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty*

* See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information

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SolPak with Electric Backup
  • Active solar water heating package system
  • Storage tank, collectors, controller, adjustable speed pump, mixing valve and more
  • 80 and 119 gallon capacities
  • Collectors in three sizes: 3’ x 8’ and 4’ x 8’ and 4' x 10'
  • Collectors OG-100 certified by SRCC
  • System OG-300 certified by SRCC
Electric
SolPak with Gas Assist Heat Exchange Tank
  • A single tank solar solution
  • Available in 75 gallon capacity
  • 75.1 BTU input per hour
Electric
Solaraide HE
  • Storage heat exchanger, solar tank, or electric storage water heater
  • Choice of two models – storage tank or single element water heater
  • 80 and 120 gallon capacity
  • A special 1/2" NPT opening is provided for installation for a “probe-type” thermostat
  • Double wall, wrap around heat exchanger
Electric
Solaraide HE with Gas Assist
  • For use in residential closed loop Solar water heating applications
  • 75 Gallon Capacity
  • Environmentally Friendly Burner