Aquacal H/AT120R manual

1 A TTENTION INST ALLER: T HIS D OCUMENT IS P URCHASER ’ S P ROPER TY AND IS TO REMAIN WITH THE H EA T P UMP O WNER Models: H/AT100R H/AT120R Pool and Spa Heat Pump Owner ’ s Manual and Installation Guide PN: L TP0010 01/30/04 1/7/04 &7 Also Applies to: XL100R XL120R and AQ Tech, 9/24/04[...]

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3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO THE TEAM ------------------------------------------------------- 5 IMPOR T ANT FEA TURES OF YOUR NEW HEA T PUMP ------------------- 6 SAFTEY INFORMA TION ---------------------------------------------------------- 7 QUICK ST AR T & ST OP ------------------------------------------------------------ 9 PHYSICAL CHARA[...]

4 MAINTENANCE ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 2 Planned Maintenance Program ---------------------------------------------------- 2 2 General Maintenance --------------------------------------------------------------- 2 3 Maintaining Proper W ater Flow --------------------------------------------------- 2 4 M[...]

5 W elcome eam T “Y ou can rest assured that your new heat pump is of the highest quality and ef ficiency , and is designed and built to provide years of trouble-free operation.” to the Dear Owner: C ongratulations on your wise decision to make an AquaCal heat pump part of your home. Since 1981, AquaCal has maintained the worldwide lead in the [...]

6 ThermoLink Heat Exchanger The heart of your heat pump is the patented ThermoLink heat ex- changer . The primary cause of premature heat pump demise is the failure of the heat exchanger . Ordinary heat exchangers are made from a cupron- ickel alloy . This cupron- ickel material is suscep- tible to attack from the sanitizers used in pools and spas,[...]

7 Used and maintained properly , your heat pump will provide year-upon-year of safe and economical service. However , as with any mechanical or electrical device, to get the most from your heat pump–while insuring personal safety for you and others–certain operational and maintenance factors must be observed. Likewise, excepting a few minor own[...]

8 Refrigerant Circuit Service Only by Qualified, EP A Certified T echnician Heater NOT Repairable by Owner W ater Chemistry Safety Chlorine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Bromine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: T otal Alkalinity . . . . . . . . . .: Calcium Hardness . . . . . . . .: T otal Dissolved Solids .[...]

9 Setting the T emperature Contr ols - Pool or Spa 1. Turn the selected pool or spa thermostat dial clockwise to its highest setting. 2. The heat pump will start and begin to warm the pool or spa. NOTE: The heat pump utilizes a short-cycle time delay device. If heat pump does not start, wait five (5) minutes; the time delay may be preventing the he[...]

10 Dimensional Information - Heat W ave/Aer oT emp 100-120 Series (All Reversing Models) PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICA TIONS &[...]

11 Specifications — H/A T100R & 120R Models Data Plate Nomenclature 1 2 3456 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 A T 120 AR A E W N A CURRENT RE LE ASED REVISION A - INIT IAL R ELEASE BRAND H = HeatW ave OPTIONS AT= AeroT emp N-NONE SB = SouthBeach TZ = Tropez CABINET C OLOR W - CRÈME B - BLACK CAPACITY REFRIGERANT 100 = 90000 Btus/hr 120 = 109000 Btus/hr E -[...]

12 T ypical Installation Clearances Code Required Clearances: In addition to the previously stated clearance requirements, follow all applicable local, state, and national requirements relative to spacing from other objects or equipment. Placement of Heater Indoor installations can be problematic, and for that reason are discouraged. However , if n[...]

13 Equipment Pad Requirements: The equipment pad should be constructed of concrete, pressure treated wood, or other material intended for the use. The pad shall be elevated and placed to provide adequate drainage and support to the base of the heat pump. The pad should be essentially level with just enough pitch to drain condensate and any other wa[...]

14 Bypass Check Plumbing Schematic–Flow Exceeding 70-GPM Plumbing Schematics–Flow 70-GPM and Below Use of an incorrect bypass valve may compromise the heat pump’ s efficiency , reliability , and may void the factory warranty . When using a bypass valve, order and install only an AquaCal PN: 2556 spring- check bypass valve. Failure to heed the[...]

15 Plumbing Schematics–Flow 70-GPM and Below (continued) W ater IN & OUT Connections : For proper operation and maximum efficiency , piping coming from the pump and filter MUST be connected to the "IN" port of the heater . Likewise, connect piping returning to the pool/spa to the "OUT" port of the heater . See drawing belo[...]

16 General Requirements: ♦ When possible, locate the equipment disconnect means within arm’ s reach of the heater ’ s electrical enclosure or as close as possible to the heater . Always satisfy applicable codes and standards. ♦ All AquaCal heat pumps are designed for copper conductors, only . ♦ In sizing power wiring, be especially aware [...]

17 Getting Familiar with Controls ST AR T -UP & OPERA TION Heat W ave/Aer oT emp 100R &120R Contr ol Panel Featur es 1) POWER LIGHT – Indicates electrical power is supplied to the heater . 2) FLOW LIGHT – Indicates water pressure (flow) is present at the heater . 3) DEFROST LIGHT – Indicates heater is in the defrost mode. 4) HIGH REFR[...]

18 2. Establish W ater Flow and Electrical Power to the Heat Pump: ♦ W ith circulator pump off, position the water valves to heat or cool either the pool or the spa. If system is equipped with an external pump/valve/heater controller , simply use controller to position valves to pool or spa setting, and to start the appropriate water pump. ♦ En[...]

19 3. Select POOL or SP A & HEA T or COOL, Raise or Lower Associated Thermostat: ♦ Position the POOL/OFF/SP A toggle towards the POOL or SP A thermostat knob (depending on which body of water you are preparing to heat or cool). ♦ For Heating, move HEA T/COOL toggle to HEA T , then turn the selected pool or spa thermostat dial clockwise to i[...]

20 A solar blanket will significantly reduce your heating bills. Check with the installing dealer to see if your heat pump was sized to be used in conjunction with, or without a solar blanket. Blanketed pools will typically lose only 3 - 4° of heat per night versus 8 - 10° overnight with an un-blanketed pool. Reductions of 40 - 60% on heating bil[...]

21 Calculating Initial Heating Time The time it takes to initially warm your pool or spa depends on several factors. First determine how many gallons of water are to be heated. Knowing this, you can then compute the equivalent pounds of water involved, and the BTU's necessary to heat the volume of water to the desired temperature. Next, find t[...]

22 The information in this section is written primarily for the Home Owner , but may also apply to servicing dealers or HV AC service centers. This section con- tains information concerning planned maintenance, proper water flow , main- taining proper clearances, as well as other vital information. Please read this section now , and before calling [...]

23 General Maintenance Heat pumps should be inspected and maintained on an annual basis by a qualified swimming pool heat pump specialist. Additionally , if the heat pump is located on the beach, or at a sea wall where salt spray and sand can become detrimental factors, more frequent service may be necessary . For service plan information, please s[...]

24 ♦ It is important to operate and maintain the filter according to the manufacturer's specifications. As a filter gets dirty , the water flow to the heat pump is reduced. The higher the pressure on the filter gauge, the lower the flow rate. ♦ Similar to a dirty filter , large amounts of debris in the pump basket can reduce water flow . K[...]

25 While the plumbing connections are in the winterized condition (not fully tightened), it is imperative pool/ spa water not be circulated through the heat pump. Loss of water through loose plumbing connections may result in damage to circulating pump, pool/spa structure, and/or other equipment. Failure to heed the following can result in damage t[...]

26 Winterizing a Heat Pump Equipped with an Internal Drain (Continued) Winterizing a Heat Pump Equipped with an External Drain (Per Figur e-3, on page following) 1. Disconnect all electrical power to the heater; turn OFF circulating pump. 2. At the two (2) connection unions, disconnect the plumbing to the heater (removal is counterclockwise). 3. Lo[...]

27 Winterizing a Heat Pump Equipped with an External Drain (Continued) While the plumbing connections are in the winterized condition (not fully tightened), it is imperative pool/ spa water not be circulated through the heat pump. Loss of water through loose plumbing connections may result in damage to circulating pump, pool-spa structure, and/or o[...]

28 Heat Pump Not Running Is the power light lit? If not, ensure the main breaker (located at the power supply panel) and the disconnect switch (located near the heat pump) are both turned ON. Is the flow light lit? If not, check to be sure that the circulating pump is operating and the filter is clean. There may also be a valve positioned incorrect[...]

29 START Is the therm osta t turned U P , and th e toggle or roc ker switch sele c ting e ithe r t he SPA or POOL ther m ost at ? START Is the therm osta t turned UP , and th e toggle or roc ker switch sele c ting e ithe r t he SPA or POOL ther m ost at ? Check to be su re th e power l igh t i s on . If th e power li ght is of f, check for a trip p[...]

30 Heater Running but Not Heating Icebreaker Analog Controls - 1/20/04 STA RT Is the ai r being di scharged out of the top of th e h eater 9-12 degrees cooler than th e outs ide air? STA RT Is the air being di scharged out of th e top of the h eater 9-12 degrees cooler than th e outsi de air? Is the pool pump timer set to allow ex tended operation [...]

31 STAR T Is th e f low l ig h t on and the un it hea t i n g ? STAR T Is the flow li gh t on and the un it hea t ing ? C all A qua C a l fo r A s si st a nce: 800- 786- 7751 Cal l A quaCal f o r A s si st an ce: 800- 786- 7751 W hen t he h e ater is operating, it is n ormal to p ro d u c e u p to 8 gallons of condensatio n (water ) per hour. If wa[...]

32 Heater Short Cycling Analog Controls - 12/22/03 STAR T If th e heater is turnin g on an d off every 5 minu t es : Mak e s ure all w at e r valve s ar e in t he correct posi tion, al lowing water to f low through the heater. Be sure fil ters and pump skimmer baskets are clea n. Chec k t o b e sure t he wat e r level in t he p ool is not below the[...]

33 W ater Flow (Pr essur e) Switch Adjustment Occasionally , plumbing system design features will create a situation whereas the heater will abnormally cycle on the water flow circuit. This situation will be evident if the circulator pump is operating, the filter is clean, and all water valves are set to flow water through the heater– but the con[...]

34 P-1, WPS Location P-2, Len Gordon Style Switch P-3, TecMark Style Switch W ater Pr essur e Switch Adjustment (continued)[...]

35 Major Components ♦ Defrost Controller: Monitors condition (open or closed) of binary outdoor coil defrost temperature sensor (DTS). The controller accumulates compressor run time where conditions are conducive to ice formation. Upon an accumulation of a predetermined period of “ice forming” run time, controller initiates a defrost cycle by[...]

36 T esting Operation of Defrost Controller: 1. Disconnect power to heater and place a jumper across the electrical connections of the DTS. 2. W ith HEA T mode selected, restore power to heater and turn selected thermostat to highest setting (heater should restart following five (5) minute time delay). 3. Using a suitable screwdriver or additional [...]

37 T roubleshooting Refrigerant Cir cuit Pr oblems W ARNING ! Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury or death. Heater contains refrigerant under high pressure. Repairs to the refrigerant circuit must not be attempted by untrained and/or unqualified individuals. Service must be performed only by qualified HV AC technicians. Rec[...]

38 T r oubleshooting Refrigerant Circuit Pr oblems (Continued) Use of Charts- Information for the T echnician: The charts are intended for use by trained and qualified air -conditioning and refrigeration technicians only . The charts are compiled specifically for evaluation and diagnostic purposes, and are NOT designed for use as charging charts. T[...]

39 Refrigerant Circuit Performance Charts (continued) Refrigerant Circuit Performance Char ts: A & B V oltage Models Spa Condition: Wa t er @ 104ºF & 45 G P M, Ent. Air: 80 º F - 63% R.H. No min a l Un it A mp s by Vo ltage Co de Mod el Di sch ar ge Press ure PSIG Suc ti on Pr ess u r e PSI G Su p erh eat ºF Sub coolin g ºF Water ∆ T [...]

40 Refrigerant Circuit Performance Charts (continued) Refrigerant Circuit Performance Charts: D & H V oltage Models Spa Condition: Wa t er @ 104ºF & 45 G P M, Ent. Air: 80 º F - 63% R.H. No m ina l Un it A mp s by Vo ltage Co de Model Dischar ge Pr ess u r e PSI G Suc ti on Pr ess u r e PSI G Su p erh eat ºF Sub coolin g ºF Water ∆ T [...]

41 Effective 01/20/2004 T o order replacement parts, contact AquaCal Customer Support: (800) 786-7751 REPLACEMENT PAR TS P ART DES C. H10 0A R H10 0BR H10 0DR H100 HR H120A R H120BR H120DR H120HR WAT . IN MANI. PLA02 03 PLA02 03 PLA 02 03 PLA 02 03 PLA 02 01 PLA 0201 PLA 02 01 PLA 02 01 WA T. OU T M ANI . PLA 02 02 PLA 02 02 P LA 02 02 PLA02 02 PLA[...]

42 What W e Need to Know When Y ou Call Us If you should need to call AquaCal for service, please have the following information ready: Model: ________________________________ Serial Number: __________________________ Installation Date: ________________________ Having the above information ready will speed up the service process and allow us to res[...]

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