Installation

Localization

The location of a heat pump is very important in keeping installation cost to a minimum, while providing for maximum operational efficiency and allowing for adequate servicing access.

The heat pump should always be installed outside. The unit must never be installed in an enclosed area, such as, a garage, shed, etc., unless air circulation has been provided, at the entrance and the exit.

In order to minimize the risk of interference, we recommend that the heat pump be installed within 1.5m (5') of property limits.

The heat pump uses energy available in ambient air to heat the water. It is therefore very important to follow the guidelines below:

1. Keep at least 60cm (2 ft.) of free space in front of the evaporators (radiators), to ensure a maximum supply of air to the unit
2. Keep 1.5 to 2m (5 to 8ft.) between fan discharge and any surface to ensure a free evacuation of cold air.
3. Leave enough clearance at the front of the unit to access the unit's temperature controls.
4. The unit must be installed on a firm and level surface, such as patio stones, concrete slab, etc.
5. Note that ideally, the water connection distance between the unit and the pool should be 3m (10ft.).

Note: If the connection hose length, between the pool and the heat pump is over 6m (20ft.), it is recommended that the hoses be insulated with fibre glass, foam rubber, etc. to improve heat efficiency.

If a portion of the evacuated air (cold air) is re-aspired into the unit, the average air temperature used by the unit to heat the water will be reduced, significantly affecting heat pump performance. It is therefore important to ensure that there are no obstructions around the heat pump, which may redirect evacuated air back into the evaporators (trellises, trees, other equipment, etc.).

During the heating cycle, a large quantity of hot and humid air is aspired along the heat collectors, which has the effect of producing condensation. It is therefore normal to have some water leaking out of the unit, from the drain located at the bottom of the unit when it is in operation. It is also important to consider an adequate drainage of this condensed water.