CAN/CSA-F379.1-88 (R2006)

1. Scope 1.1 This Standard is concerned with the performance, durability, and safety of packaged solar domestic hot water systems (SDHWS) designed for use in small buildings. It may be used to evaluate solar domestic hot water systems that are based on liquid heat transfer and on liquid heat storage media and are designed for year-round use. 1.2 This Standard prescribes requirements for a packaged system as proposed by a manufacturer and for all subcomponents and materials. 1.3 This Standard is concerned with the components and materials supplied by the manufacturer, with the adequacy of the assembly and installation instructions, and with the system after assembly according to those instructions. It is not concerned with site preparation or installation procedures. 1.4 This Standard is not intended as a design specification or an instruction manual for untrained persons.