- FAFCO’s 3′ 9″ x 20′ Solar Bear solar pool heating systems for above-ground pools can be self-installed in as little as 30 minutes and adds value to your pool and house. A Solar Bear solar pool heater can heat an 18′-24′ round pool and is designed to work well with any pool pump. (Will not work with Intex pool filters) Solar Bear technology uses the sun’s natural energy in a cost-effective way to warm your water. Each 3′ 9″ x 20′ solar panel will add 10 degrees temperature rise and each panel offers 80,000 BTU. Each 3′ 9″ x 20′ is pre-plumbed and includes elbows, plugs, installation hardware, and instructions Built-in manual bypass to allow homeowners to turn the solar panel on and off Increases water temperature by 10 degrees Each panel produces 80,000 BTU You can install the solar bear on the ground beside your pool, or build a rack to hang the panel Warranty – 3 Year Limited How Many Panels Will I need For My Size Pool? Round Pool Size # Systems (3′ 9″ x 20′) Oval Pool Size # Systems (3′ 9″ x 20′) 12 Foot 1 12 x 24 Foot 1 15 Foot 1 15 x 24 Foot 1 18 Foot 1 16 x 26 Foot 2* 21 Foot 1 16 X 32 Foot 2* 24 Foot 1 18 X 34 Foot 2* 27 Foot (And Up) 2 20 X 20 Foot 3* *Requires a panel add-on kit to connect panels together fafco economy heating system for above-ground pools
