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Spring start-up
If your heat pump has been winterized, perform the following steps when starting the
system in the spring:
1. Inspect the system for any debris or structural problems.
2. Connect the water inlet and outlet unions firmly.
3. Turn on the filter pump to supply water to the heat pump. Adjust the by-pass to allow
water flow through the heat pump.
4. Turn on the electrical power to the heat pump at the main breaker panel.
Owner inspection
The QBIC heat pumps are designed and constructed to provide long performance life when
installed and operated properly under normal conditions. Periodic inspections are
important to keep your heat pump running safely and efficiently through the years. The
following basic guidelines are suggested for your inspection:
1. Make sure the front of the unit is accessible for future service.
2. Keep the surrounding areas of the heat pump clear of all debris.
3. Keep all plants and shrubs trimmed and away from the heat pump.
4. Keep lawn sprinkler heads from spraying on the heat pump to prevent corrosion and
damage. Use a deflector if needed.
5. If the unit is installed under a very sharp roof pitch or under a roof without a gutter, a
gutter or diverter should be fitted to prevent excessive water from pouring down onto
the unit.
6. Do not use the heat pump if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified
professional technician to inspect the heat pump and replace any part of the control
system, which has been submerged.
The heat pump will produce condensation (water) while in operation. The heat pump base
is designed to allow the condensation to exit through the bottom drain port. The
condensation will increase as the outdoor air humidity level increases. Check the following
at regular intervals to ensure proper condensate drainage:
1. Visually inspect and clear the bottom drain port of any debris that could clog the port.
2. Keep the air intake area and discharge area clear of debris so the airflow through the
heat pump is not restricted. The cooler discharge air should not accumulate and be
drawn into the side air intake coils. During normal operation, the heat pump produces
10 to 20 liters of condensate per hour. If condensate drainage is above this range during
operation or if water continues to drain from the base when the heat pump is not in
operation for more than an hour, a leak in the internal plumbing may have occurred.
Call a qualified heat pump technician to investigate the problem.
Attention!
A quick way to verify that the water running through the drain is condensation water is to
shut off the unit and keep the pool pump running. If the water stops running out of the
base pan, it is condensation water.
