FAFCO Papa Bear Solar Above Ground Pool Heater with Starter Kit and Manual Valve - VMInnovations

FAFCO Papa Bear Solar Above Ground Pool Heater with Starter Kit and Manual Valve

Name: FAFCO Papa Bear Solar Above Ground Pool Heater with Starter Kit and Manual Valve
Brand: FAFCO
SKU: 216146
Price: 289.99 USD
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Enjoy your backyard swimming pool with the FAFCO Baby Bear, the ultimate solution to extend your swimming season and enjoy warm pool water without breaking the bank. Extend your swimming season by warming your cold pool and ensuring a comfortable water temperature

The Papa Bear boasts an innovative connected tube design, making it the most efficient solar pool heater on the market. Its oversized manifolds maximize water flow through your pump and filter system, setting the standard for efficiency. In fact, the Papa Bear stands as the largest above-ground solar pool heater available, delivering maximum heat for your pool.

The Papa Bear system includes a single 45-by-24-foot solar panel and a Starter Kit designed for straightforward pool plumbing. Constructed from UV-stabilized polyolefin material, the panel promises lasting durability through numerous seasons of direct sunlight exposure. To maintain your pool at the desired temperature, an integrated manual bypass valve is included, allowing you to shut off the system when needed. You have the flexibility to mount the Papa Bear flat on the ground or on a ground-mounted tilted rack, and please note that the starter kit is available for separate purchase.

Immerse yourself in comfort and relaxation as the sun works for you, providing free heat through the Baby Bear Compact Design Solar Pool Heater from FAFCO. This eco-friendly solution ensures a longer and more enjoyable swimming season

Enjoy your pool and easily heat up your above-ground swimming pool with renewable energy
FAFCO is the oldest and largest solar pool heating manufacturer in America
Every unit is inspected and tested; Made from stabilized polyolefins for a long life
Works with most above-ground pools, pumps, and filters; Starter kit included
FAFCO's Connected Tube (CT) design is the most efficient solar panel available
A built-in manual control valve allows you to adjust the flow through the panel and how much heat is provided to your pool
Use household tools to connect fittings and hoses to your pool pump/filter
Color: Black
Dimensions (L x W x D): 264 x 47 x 2.5 inches
Weight: 40 pounds
Manufacturer warranty: 3-year warranty

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Questions? We’ve Got Answers.

Helpful answers about product features, setup, and more

How big is the above ground pool?

The above ground pool measures 264 x 47 x 2.5 inches (length x width x height). Use these measurements to plan setup space and confirm the product fits your yard or outdoor area.

Does the above ground pool come with a warranty?

Yes. The above ground pool is backed by 3-year manufacturer warranty. Coverage details and claim procedures are provided by the manufacturer; retain your order receipt as proof of purchase if you ever need to file a claim.

What is the above ground pool used for?

The above ground pool is used for backyard recreation and outdoor enjoyment. It is designed for use in yards, garden spaces, or other open outdoor areas where there is room for setup and active use.

What is the power source for the above ground pool?

The above ground pool uses solar power. Confirm you have the appropriate power connection, fuel, or battery type available at the location where you plan to use the product, and review any supplied power cords, adapters, or hardware before setup.

Who makes the above ground pool?

The above ground pool is made by FAFCO Papa. FAFCO Papa produces this item as part of its lineup, and product details such as specifications, included accessories, and warranty terms are set by the brand.

How much does the above ground pool weigh?

The above ground pool weighs approximately 40 pounds. This figure is useful for transport, storage planning, and confirming the item works for your intended setup.

Customers praised this solar heater for effectively raising pool temperatures by 10+ degrees within days. "Easy to set up" and "works great" were common themes. The kit extends swimming seasons into cooler months. However, one customer noted it's "very heavy" requiring multiple people to handle. Installation ranges from simple to challenging depending on pool setup.

Papa Bear increased the temperature of my pool in one day. After a week it has been a double digit
Easy to set up. My husband had it put together in no time. The kids are definitely happier with it.
Installation was a piece of cake and it's so nice to be able to use the pool in cooler months.

5 stars: 7 (78%)
4 stars: 1 (11%)
3 stars: 1 (11%)
2 stars: 0 (0%)
1 star: 0 (0%)

Works great

This 24 Foot Solar Panel Heating Kit for Above Ground Swimming Pools works easy and is easy to use and install. Easy to store light weight. This heating kit is ideal because it heats during the day and keeps cool at night. You can feel a temperature difference after each use definitely 10 degrees as it describes.

Easy to set up

We have started having cooler evenings but the grand kids still want to get into the pool. This is perfect and was easy to set up. My husband had it put together in no time. We left it up and was a couple days later before we tried it out. I was shocked how it did help. We are very happy with this and will be keeping it up to the end of pool season. The kids are definitely happier with it.

Warn up the pool

I was a little skeptical about this product. I always have wanted one of these types of solar panel products for my pool. Papa Bear increased the temperature of my pool in one day. After a week it has been a double digit increase. Very easy to install and use.I am very happy with this product

Sunny Days!

The swimming pool warmer was well equipped. It came with a QR code to access the digital instruction manual. The instructions explained well to assemble it in different ways. On the solar water heater system it is marked inlet and outlet. It came with parts to attach it. The assembly can be about a medium to very difficult depending on your pool setup. In my case since I have a fixed pvc system I had to purchase parts to attach it to my pool plumbing. It you have a pool with quick detached hoses it wouldn't take long to assemble. The quality is built well. Sunny Days for a warm up!

It works good

Where do I start with this heater pool cover. It’s defiantly huge and got some weight to it. The box that was delivered in was very tall and heavy. After getting it out of the box it was heavy and very large but I put it on my pool and I noticed that my pool was starting to heat up the water it was pretty easy to put on the pool Definitely will need more than one person with helping lift it up on the pool it works great though once getting it setup. I will say it’s very heavy to put on and take off

Great product

I was a little skeptical about this product at first. I always have been curious about these types of solar panel products for my pool. Well let me tell you this Papa Bear increased the temperature of my pool in one day. After a week it has been a double digit increase. Very easy to install and use. Very happy with this product

Fafco Papa Bear 24 Foot Solar Panel Heating Kit

Living in Florida we swim a lot! Even though the weather is very hot that does not make the pool warm too. The Fafco Papa Bear 24 Foot Solar Panel Heating Kit was easy to set up and made our above ground pool temperature about 10 degrees warmer within a week. Highly recommend if you want to jump into a warm pool!

Works great

This heating panel works great its still hot here so we dont need it much but I cannot wait until this winter im so excited to get to swim when its cooler weather when my friends cant. It will be quite refreshing to swim in war water and get out to the cool crisp air. It was super easy to setup and install you just run the pipe to it and another out to the pool the water runs through it and the sun heats it up. Love it!

Great In Spring / Fall

We got this for our above the ground pool to extend the pool season a bit and it's been outstanding. Installation was a piece of cake and it's so nice to be able to use the pool in the months when it's a little cooler. So glad my neighbor told me about this he loves his too.