I have a Schuco system that was installed 10 years ago, supposedly with a lifetime warranty. Five years ago the Computer/Controller failed, costing me over $300. A few months back I started seeing a leak. At this time it appears to be minimal but I know its a matter of time until it lets go. . I called the company that installed it who told me a replacement tank was $3000 including labor.. Now the replaced computer does not display anything but the system appears to still be working
Even though I live in Florida, after looking at electric bill over the years we have never recouped the $12000 paid for this system. There is only myself and my wife so there is not a great need for hot water. I plan on replacing it with a heat pump water heater which should work well here in Florida. I have the plumbing and electrical skills to do the replacement myself.
Questions:
1. how do I drain the glycol from the solar collector in preparation for replacing the system.
2. would it be possible to repurpose the collector for electricity?
3. Is there anyone here in Florida interested in buying the collector and glycol?
Thanks
JD
Even though I live in Florida, after looking at electric bill over the years we have never recouped the $12000 paid for this system. There is only myself and my wife so there is not a great need for hot water. I plan on replacing it with a heat pump water heater which should work well here in Florida. I have the plumbing and electrical skills to do the replacement myself.
Questions:
1. how do I drain the glycol from the solar collector in preparation for replacing the system.
2. would it be possible to repurpose the collector for electricity?
3. Is there anyone here in Florida interested in buying the collector and glycol?
Thanks
JD
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