Q: How do solar thermal systems work for solar hot water?

A: A fluid is running through a solar panel collector and is then heated by solar energy rays that hitting the solar panel collector. The solar heated fluid then circulates throughout a storage tank, where it transfers its solar heat into the water located inside the tank. This storage tank is part of the regular water supply and is installed upstream of your conventional water heater. However, the solar fluid never touches the water. IQ Power's Schüco unique third-generation solar powered system design handles this process very efficiently, for better output, quieter operation, peace of mind and far less maintenance than a conventional thermal solar energy system.

Q: Will a solar energy thermal system give me solar hot water if there's a power outage?

A: The pump that circulates the solar fluid through your solar panel collector runs off electricity. Therefore, in the event of a power failure, it won't operate, unless you have installed a standalone solar powered system with a battery backup.

Q: I've seen houses with old solar panel collectors that are full of unsightly algae. Can that be avoided?

A: Yes. Solar technology has made huge strides since then. Our solar panel collectors use propylene glycol instead of water. Since Propylene glycol is a far more efficient heat transfer agent, it doesn't freeze, and algae won't grow in it. In addition, it is very safe and nontoxic. And of course, the solar panels look great on your roof top as well.

Q: Can a thermal solar energy system leak?

A: Theoretically anything can leak. However, it is extremely unlikely that a properly-installed IQ Power Schüco solar energy system ever will. Schüco has one of the world's best-equipped test facilities, and test their solar powered home products more rigorously than any standard requires.