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Raypak

®

 Swimming Pool 

Heat Pump

OWNER’S 

MANUAL

     

This manual should be maintained in legible condition and kept 

adjacent to the heat pump or in a safe place for future use.

For additional information call: (800) 260-2758

     

Manual Effective Date: 11/15/2004

Developed and printed in U.S.A.                                                                                           Part No. 00-02104A

5100

Models

6100

The instructions in this manual are for the use of qualified individuals specially
trained and experienced in the installation and maintenance of this type of
equipment and related system components. Installation and service personnel
are required by some states to be licensed.

Persons not qualified shall not attempt to install, service, or maintain this
equipment.

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Summary of Contents for 5100

Page 1: ...nted in U S A Part No 00 02104A 5100 Models 6100 The instructions in this manual are for the use of qualified individuals specially trained and experienced in the installation and maintenance of this type of equipment and related system components Installation and service personnel are required by some states to be licensed Persons not qualified shall not attempt to install service or maintain thi...

Page 2: ...void adding chemicals in this manner AUDIENCE The audience for this manual is twofold 1 For the installing contractor to provide information for the proper installation and adjustment of the heat pump 2 For the owner operator to explain the features operation safety precautions and service maintenance of the heat pump The manual also includes system drawings and illustrated replacement parts lists...

Page 3: ...ction 1 I Installation Considerations 1 II Electrical Connections 2 III Water Connections 3 IV Controls and Indicator Lamps 3 V System Start Up 4 VI Summer Shutdown 5 VII Freeze Protection 6 VIII Maintenance 6 IX Troubleshooting 7 X Service Call Verification 8 Plumbing Diagrams 9 ...

Page 4: ...ill be required to operate longer to accomplish the desired results It may at certain times operate as much as 24 hours per day However this should not be of concern to the owner because the unit is designed to operate continuously Even though it may operate continuously for many hours it will still heat the pool with greater economy than other types of fossil fuel heaters Place a cover or blanket...

Page 5: ...l the unit under a porch or deck To minimize water piping locate the unit as close as possible to the existing pool pump and filter When installed in areas where freezing temperatures can be encountered drain the water circuit to prevent possible freeze up damage See Section VII Freeze Protection II Electrical Connections Refer to the unit rating plate below the control panel for precise power req...

Page 6: ...eck valve and or a Hartford loop AFTER the heat pump and BEFORE any chlorinating devices Install any automatic chemical feeders AFTER the heat pump Improper installation of erosion type automatic chemical feeders can result in serious damage to or premature failure of the heat pump and will void the heat pump warranty IV Controls and Indicator Lamps Your heat pump incorporates safety controls and ...

Page 7: ...e Indicator Lamps There are 3 indicator lamps located on the unit control panel Power red lamp When lit indicates power is applied to the unit NOTE The heat pump will not run when the Remote position is selected and there is no remote control system attached Heat Demand green lamp When lit indicates the actual water temperature is below the target water temperature Water Pressure orange lamp When ...

Page 8: ... otherwise clean the pool filter If necessary clean the skimmer basket and pump strainer 4 Set the valves to assure proper water flow through the unit NOTE If the pool pump and heat pump shut OFF before the water temperature is raised to the desired level you must lengthen the running time of both To do this reset the time clock dial for the longer running time or manually operate the pump with th...

Page 9: ...d power failure occurs the heat pump MUST be drained anyway or freeze damage could result VIII Maintenance NOTE The heat pump MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for maintenance adjustments The following maintenance procedures are designed to keep your heat pump operating at a high level of reliability Maintenance must be performed on a periodic basis to maintain warranty coverage and prevent system f...

Page 10: ...of heat removal from the air When the air is cool with low humidity condensation may not be evident How long has the unit been operating During initial pool heating in cold weather it may require a week to elevate the water temperature to a comfortable level Normally it takes about 4 days How many hours per day is the unit operating Remember that the heat pump only operates while the pool pump is ...

Page 11: ...Raise the thermostat setting C CONDENSATION SEEMS EXCESSIVE Heat pumps can produce a large amount of condensation water during operation If you suspect that the heat pump is leaking a Use a pool chemistry test kit to confirm there is no chlorine in the condensation Or b Shut the heat pump OFF and leave the filter pump running to see if the water stops dripping If the water stops dripping the heat ...

Page 12: ...nd before any chlorinators Water In from pool Water Out to pool Filter For systems with pumps of 2 HP or greater over 80 gpm an external bypass must be installed Adjust the bypass valve to divert most of the water through the heat pump Connections are 2 inch unions Plumb the heat pump after the filter and before any chlorinators Water In from pool Water Out to pool Filter ...

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