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Doheny's Solar Heating Systems for Above Ground Swimming Pools (2.5' x 20' Collector Kit)

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Condition
New
Size
2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
Model
70600000 ABV.GROUND
Weight
24 lb

Features 5

  • Eco-Friendly Pool Heating: Uses solar energy to heat your pool, reducing reliance on gas or electricity and extending your swim season.
  • Above Ground Solar Heating Panel Systems: Energy-saving solar pool system harnesses the suns rays to warm circulating water before returning it to the pool. The collector kit can be mounted on plywood (as shown) beside the pool or roof-mounted. Roof/rack mounting kit required for installation.
  • Solar Panel Collector Kit Sizes: Available in 2.5' W x 20' L, 5' W x 20' L (includes two 2.5' W x 20' L panels), and 5' W x 10' L (includes two 2.5' W x 10' L panels). PVC or flex pipes not included.
  • Above Ground Roof/Rack Mounting Kits: Include all necessary hardware for mounting panels on roofs or sloped plywood (as shown). Kit contains (5) 6' straps, 15 stainless steel mounting brackets, and (15) #14 stainless steel screws. 2-Way Diverter Valve: Can be plumbed into your filter/solar heating system to function as an on/off switch. Includes diverter valve and spacer.

Description

SOLAR DOME POOL HEATING SOLAR SYSTEM: Easy to install with NO gas or electric connections! Heat your pool water the GREEN way using solar energy. Add weeks to your season with free energy from the sun! Multiple collectors can be connected in series to increase heating efficiency. Each dome can raise pool temps up to 10 degrees in approximately seven days. Dimensions: 28" L x 28" W x 12" H. Bypass kit REQUIRED for hooking up two or more heaters or pools that have a 1 HP or larger pump. ABOVE GROUND SOLAR HEATING PANEL SYSTEMS: These energy and money saving solar pool systems collect the sun's rays, warming the water that circulates through the panels channels and returns it to the pool! Collector kit can be mounted on plywood (as shown in image) and rests besides pool, or be roof mounted. Either option REQUIRES a roof/rack mounting kit. SOLAR PANEL COLLECTOR KIT CONFIGURATIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING SIZES: 2.5' W x 20' L; 5' W x 20' L (Comes as (2) 2.5' W x 20' L Panels); and 5' W x 10' L (Comes as (2) 2.5' W x 10' L Panels). **ALL SYSTEMS DO NOT INCLUDE PVC OR FLEX PIPES**. ABOVE GROUND ROOF/RACK MOUNTING KITS include all hardware necessary for mounting panels on roofs or sheets of plywood that will be installed on a slope (as shown in image). Kit includes (5) 6' straps, 15 SS mounting brackets, and (15) #14 SS screws. 2-WAY DIVERTER VALVE can be plumbed into your filter/solar heating system and acts as an on/off switch. Includes diverter valve and spacer. ABOVE GROUND COLLECTOR SIZING CHART: 12'-15' Round = 2.5' x 20' Collector (40,000 BTU Rating); 18'-24' Round = 5' x 20' Collector (80,000 BTU Rating); 27'-28' Round = 2.5' x 20' & 5' x 20' Collectors (120,000 BTU Rating); 12'x24' Oval = 2.5' x 20' Collector (40,000 BTU Rating); 15'x30' & 16'x32' Oval = 5' x 20' Collector (80,000 BTU Rating); 18'x34' Oval = 2.5' x 20' & 5' x 20' Collectors (120,000 BTU Rating). AMERICA'S POOL SUPPLY SUPERSTORE: Since 1967, we have made it our mission to provide families with quality pool products at a great value so that they can spend more time enjoying the pool with loved ones and less time with maintenance. Today, we continue that mission by offering you affordable products to make pool care easy. From pro-grade chemicals and chlorine to high-quality & affordable equipment, we've got you covered. EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR YOUR POOL: Stay on top of pool care with our large selection of different product at a great value! PROFESSIONAL-GRADE QUALITY: We offer exceptional, pro-grade products to make pool care easy & hassle-free so you & your loved ones can spend more time enjoying all the pool fun. GREAT, EVERYDAY VALUE: Get the best value on all the products you need for your pool. From chemicals to equipment, we've got you covered!

Specs 3

Package Dimensions 30 x 15 x 14 inches
Item Weight 24 pounds
Manufacturer Doheny's

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Top Amazon Reviews


Does a great job on our 15'×42" pool
Size: 5' x 10' Space Saver Collector Kit
When the pump is running, you can definitely feel a temperature difference with the water returning from the heater. Pool has been nice and warm since we installed the heater.
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2022 by m.braunworth

Don't buy this item!
Size: 2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
Product is too hard to set up and once we did. It doesn't work well. You have to wait for tiny tubes to heat up and release in pool. Must release new hot water everytime. Nightmare!
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2025 by Richard Capracotta

Great solar panel
Size: 5' x 20' Collector Kit
We had the previous version of this panel from 2014 - 2022 when it got so many leaks it was more like a sprinkler than a water heater. Bought this thinking it would be a like for like replacement. Sadly, it is not. The 2.5' panels of the old one were solid except for small slits where it sat on the hooks for the hanging system. These, each 2.5' section has 4 smaller sections. It is absolutely horrible to work with and makes hanging it very difficult. I almost feel like we need to tape it all together on the back side to get them to all lay flat and not overlap one another. Three stars for crappy re-design of a product that used to be perfect. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023 by Julie C

Works great but tough install.
Size: 5' x 10' Space Saver Collector Kit
This was not a plug-n-play as I expected. I was replacing my older (different brand) panels with the higher rated/reviewed Doheny's. They do seem more robust but the size was not exact. My old panels were 2x10 and these were listed as 2x10 panels. It is actually 1 1x10 panels. No problem right..?.. wrong because there is a connector between each set. Therefore where I could fit 2 - 2ft panels, I could now only fit 3 - 1ft panels. Another FYI, the piping is all 1 1/4" connection where as all of my piping is 1 1/2". Not a big deal, just need a few other plumbing items from the local Home Depot. This system will demand a bit more from your motor, probably reflected in my next power bill but definitely worth it. Besides this, they work as advertised. The water coming through the jets was definitely warmer to the touch - I think I gained 5 degrees and had the panels on for 3 hours. If I left the system running all day, I'm sure I could get 10 degrees. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2016 by Jeff K.

Water comes in hotter than pool
Size: 2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
It works so good I turn it off when water hits 85! I live near Boston so this is great. You might wonder how did I turn off? I bought some "Y" ball valves and a small hose. so I can just rotate valve to straight return and bypass solar. (I did mark which way to turn Solar/return). Make sure in fall you really drain water left inside will expand and crack resulting in leak. I used a "C" clamp to compress 90 then I easily rotated to lock fitting onto panel. This is my second as I did not drain and had leaks now I know better. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2019 by Lawrence Bolger

Not worth the money
Size: 2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
Cheaply made. Not worth the money … nothing like the picture on the website
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2024 by Joseph Gaworecki

MY SOLAR HEATER WAS USELESS BECAUSE ONE 90 DEGREE ENDCAP COULD NOT BE ENGAGED/ROTATED
Size: 2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
BAD : MAJOR TOOLING MISTAKE DURING MANUFACTURING OF END RINGS ON HEADERS IN CHINA. AFTER REWORK, USING DREMEL TOOLING , THE HEADERS ARE NO LONGER LEAK FREE. Thin O-rings inside O-ring grooves are not robust . GOOD: MATERIAL USED FOR CHANNELS IS MUCH MORE FLEXIBLE ( =Rubber like feel) THAN VERY BRITTLE (= Hard plastic feel) MATERIAL USED ON “SUNHEATER 120 U " AS WELL AS “FAFCO BIG BEAR " SOLAR HEATERS. THE WIDER CHANNELS ARE MORE ROBUST THAN ON “SUNHEATER" AND “FAFCO", THE LATTER BOTH HAVE TINY , BRITTLE CHANNELS, WHICH ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO UNROLL.”FAFCO BIG BEAR “ IS TOO STIFF AND TIGHTLY PACKED INSIDE UNDERSIZED CARTON PACKAGING, WHOSE LAST 6 FEET /24 FEET LENGTH ARE ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO UNROLL WITHOUT CRACKING SEVERAL CHANNELS TOWARDS THE END OF 24 FT> HVH- MARCH 1, 2022 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2022 by Amazon Customer

Review of Doheny’s solar pool heater
Size: 2.5' x 20' Collector Kit
Their service was very rapid and appreciated. The item works great. We are swimming in 90° water. However, I had to improvise in order to hook it up to my pool as my pool hoses were bigger than the connectors for the heater and the smaller hoses for the heater would not work on my pool connections, therefore I do have a slight leak, but nothing you can’t live with very happy with this product would highly recommend it ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2023 by Patricia Graham
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