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ABOUT YOUR WATERFURNACE SYSTEM
Interesting Facts
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According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), GeoExchange technology is the most energy-
efficient, environmentally clean and cost-effective space conditioning system available.
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The EPA found that the systems can reduce energy consumption and corresponding emissions by over
40% compared to air source heat pumps and by over 70% compared to electric resistance heating with
standard air conditioning equipment.
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If one in twelve California homes installed a GeoExchange system, the energy savings would equal nine
new power plants.
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Installing a GeoExchange system in a typical home is equal, in greenhouse gas reduction, to planting an
acre of trees or taking two cars off the road.
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Current GeoExchange installations equal 14 million barrels of crude oil saved per year.
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The ground absorbs 47% of the sun’s energy that reaches the earth. This amount of energy represents
500 times more than mankind needs every year.
5 units of heating or
cooling delivered into
your home
1 unit of electricity
4 units of "free" energy
from the earth
About Your WaterFurnace System
This section includes some detailed information about how geothermal technology works and how the different
components used in the system work together to provide you with the finest comfort system available. You'll find useful
information about the refrigeration process, loop systems, safety, and warranties.
Summary of Contents for OM1500MW
Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Residential Products ...
Page 2: ...You now own some of the world s most advanced and valued technologies ...
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Page 35: ...Additional Notes ...
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