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Sound level – locating the heatpump:
1/ High capacity heatpumps can create relatively high noise, so please be
considerate of neighbours when locating the heatpump. A good location
would be behind a solid barrier such as a shed, garage, water tank etc...
2/ Do not site a sidedraft unit with its fans facing toward close neighbours.
3/ Sound will dissipate more rapidly the higher the unit is installed. On a
steeply sloping property, uphill is better than downhill.
4/ The buffertank can be installed right next to the heatpump, or 40meters
or more away. The primary flow & return lines to and from the
buffertank should be well insulated to ensure minimal heatloss. Ensure
the correct water flowrate is maintained and a booster-pump, and
possibly larger diameter pipe may be necessary to overcome friction
loss. Flowrate is critical to efficiency and must be kept within specs.
5/ Placing the heatpump close to a carport or veranda can amplify sound
level.
6/ Skyline Energy will not be responsible for poor placement of heatpumps
that create noise problems.