XLHP™ High Performance Heat Pump Installation and User’s Guide
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Location and Clearances
All criteria given in the following sections reflect minimum
clearances. However, each installation must also be
evaluated, taking into account the prevailing local
conditions such as proximity and height of walls, and
proximity to public access areas.
The XLHP™ Heat Pump must be placed to provide
clearances on all sides for maintenance and inspection.
1. At least 24 in. [610 mm] access must be available in
the front and 12 in. [305 mm] on all the other sides
of the heat pump for service and proper air flow.
(Manufacturer’s recommendation).
2. If the heat pump is to be installed under a cover
or under a vertical overhang, the unit must have a
minimum of 5 ft [1.52 m] clearance from the top of
the heat pump. (Manufacturer’s recommendation).
3. Install a minimum of 5 ft [1.52 m] from the body of
water unless the heat pump is separated from the
body of water by a 5 ft [1.52 m] high solid fence
or other permanent barrier. Canadian installations
require a minimum of 3 meters from the body of
water.
4. Install heat pump a minimum of 6 in. [153 mm] from
any wall or large obstacle.
Anchor Clamp Installation
Installation of the anchor clamps is recommended in
all installations. Installation of the anchor clamps is
required in Florida (see Florida Building Code 301.13).
Anchor clamps hold the heat pump to the equipment
pad in order to withstand high winds caused during
extreme weather (i.e. hurricanes).
To install the anchor clamps:
1. Be sure the heat pump is in its permanent location
on the equipment pad.
2. Place the clamps at the base of the heat pump in
the four (4) locations, shown in the image to the
right.
Note: Bolts and bolt anchors are not included with
the heat pump. The installer must provide 1/4” x
1-3/8” stainless steel anchor bolts and the appro-
priate size concrete anchor to mount the clamp to
the equipment pad. Be sure to check local codes.
3. Fit the hook of each clamp over the lip on the
base panel of the heat pump. The hook should fit
between the lip of the base panel and the evapo-
rator coil guard.
SLAB
5
FT min.
(1520 mm)
OVER HANG
EVAPORATOR
OPEN
AIR FLOW OUT
COILS
SERVICE
ACCESS
24" min.
(610 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
SLAB
AIR
FLOW
6
"
min.
(153 mm)
IN
12"
min.
(305 mm)
12"
min.
(305 mm)
Heat Pump Location and Clearances
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Heat Pump
Clamps
Heat Pump
Clamps
Anchor Clamp Installation
