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Heliocol
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Other Solar Pool Heaters
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Heat Pump
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Gas Heater
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Oil Heater
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Electric Resistance Heater
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Does the system have little or no operating costs?
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YES
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YES
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Does the manufacturer provide a full 12-year panel and labor warranty? (in U.S. only)
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YES
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Is the system virtually maintenance free?
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YES
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Does the system automatically keep the pool warm without additional operating costs?
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YES
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FEW
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Does the system have metal parts which easily corrode or leak?
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NO
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YES
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YES
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YES
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YES
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YES
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Does the heater have a dangerous pilot light which can cause gas leaks or fire?
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NO
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NO
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NO
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YES
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YES
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NO
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Does the heater help protect the environment by reducing the emission of greenhouse gases?
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YES
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YES
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Does the heater use expensive fossil fuels?
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NO
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NO
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YES
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YES
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YES
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YES
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Does the heater reduce air-conditioning costs by cooling the roof and attic?
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YES
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YES
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NO
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Has the manufacturer been in business longer than the warranty period?
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YES
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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Has the manufacturer been in business for over 25 years?
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YES
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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FEW
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