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3. Installation
WARNING: Installation must be carried out by a qualified engineer.
This section is provided for information purposes only and must be checked and adapted if
necessary according to the actual installation conditions.
3.1 Pre-requirements
Equipment necessary for the installation of your heat pump:
Power supply cable suitable for the unit’s power requirements.
A By-Pass kit and an assembly of PVC tubing suitable for your installation as well as stripper, PVC adhesive .
A set of wall plugs and expansion screws suitable to attach the unit to your support.
Suitable fastening studs may be used to raise the unit.
3.2 Location
Please comply with the following rules concerning the choice of heat pump location.
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The unit’s future location must be easily accessible for convenient operation and maintenance.
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It must be installed on the ground, fixed ideally on a level concrete floor. Ensure that the floor is sufficiently
stable and can support the weight of the unit.
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A water drainage device must be provided close to the unit in order to protect the area where it is installed.
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If necessary, the unit may be raised by using suitable mounting pads designed to support its weight.
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Check that the unit is properly ventilated, that the air outlet is not facing the windows of neighbouring buildings
and that the exhaust air cannot return. In addition, provide sufficient space around the unit for servicing and
maintenance operations.
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The unit must not be installed in an area exposed to oil, flammable gases, corrosive products, sulphurous
compounds or close to high frequency equipment.
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To prevent mud splashes, do not install the unit near a road or track.
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To avoid causing nuisance to neighbours, make sure the unit is installed so that it is positioned towards the
area that is least sensitive to noise.
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Keep the unit as much as possible out of the reach of children.
Place nothing less than one metre in front of the heat pump.
Leave 50 cm of empty space around the sides and rear of the heat pump.
Do not leave any obstacle above or in front of the unit!
