Installation
Is it easy to install SolarImmersion?
Yes, Installing SolarImmersion immersion controller is very easy. As it works with the existing immersion in your hot water tank and uses a clip on sensor to detect the generated power levels, it will only take less than 1 hour for an electrician to install it.
How does SolarImmersion communicates with the immersion heater?
SolarImmersion uses the existing wiring from the consumer unit to your immersion heater to control and divert the surplus power.
Do you recommend any location to install the SolarImmersion control unit ?
The recommended location to install the unit is near your consumer unit. This makes easy access to your existing immersion wirings and also the grid supply lines to clip the sensor.
Will SolarImmersion affect my generation meter readings?
No, SolarImmersion control unit will not affect your generation meter reading and you will get your fill FIT payment.
Do I need to change the existing immersion heater or hot water tank?
SolarImmersion works with your existing immersion heater or hot water tank. This means no more costly and messy immersion heater change to divert the surplus power.
Do we need to install new wiring from the consumer unit to the immersion?
No, SolarImmersion uses the existing wiring from the consumer unit to the immersion. So no new wiring is required.
Will SolarImmersion work with a combi-boiler?
Yes. SolarImmersion could be used with a combi-boiler, but will need a pre-heat tank on the heating circuit. A plumber may be needed in this case.
