Technical Data
Classic Series Heat Pump Pool Heaters
Cabinet
• Exclusive DuraSteel
TM
Powder-Coated Cabinet
Polyester powder-coated, non-corrosive cabinet is more
durable than plastic heat pump cabinets. Same rugged
steel construction used by all the major air conditioner
manufacturers.
Evaporator Coil
• Large Air Coils
Raised lanced-fin design maximizes heating at lower
temperatures. Rheem engineered coils are highly
optimized to meet our specific design requirements. From
the proper fins per inch to advanced distribution
circuiting. We are the only heat pump pool heater
company to actually manufacture our own coils.
• Venturi Fan Cowling
High-capacity 3000-cfm fan provides unrestricted air flow
for better heating. Precision engineered and manufactured
cabinet design eliminates unwanted air gaps. This means
more air over the coil which translates to greater efficiency.
Compressor
• Scroll Compressor
Scroll compressors are quiet and efficient compared to
piston type compressors. They provide higher efficiency,
lower sound levels, superior durability and unsurpassed
reliability. The unique design of a scroll compressor
actually wears in over time, not out!
• Sound Isolation Pads
Prevents sound transfer to equipment pad and elevates the
base pan to improve water drainage. Its the little details
like this that make Rheem products stand out from the
crowd.
Heat Exchanger
• Spiral Titanium Tube
Our spiral titanium tube heat exchanger provides a
corrosion-free waterway that can withstand the abuses of
harsh pool chemistry. The spiral tube helps reduce deposit
build-up and increases efficiency by performing a “scoop-
and-lift” action.
• Internal Bypass Valving
Automatically compensates for normal day-to-day
changes in your pool’s hydraulics, maximizing heat
transfer efficiency.
• Plumbing Connections
Off-set 2” PVC union connections are included for ease of
installation.
Controls - Digital
• Pool/Spa Control
Your digital heat pump pool heater can
be set to have a different target
temperature for your pool and spa. This
allows you to dial in just the right spa
temperature and never have to adjust it
again. The pool can be set to a lower,
more energy saving temperature.
• Remote Compatible
The digital heat pump pool heater can
be easily controlled by most two-wire and three-wire remote
systems.
• On Board Diagnostics
Tells the homeowner if there is a problem. Provides the
service technician with detailed diagnostic information.
Heat-Cool Models
Controls
• Heat-Cool Selector Switch
Go from heat mode to cool with a push of a button.
Refrigerant Circuit
• Reversing Valve
Heat-Cool units have a unique reversing valve that allows
the heat pump pool heater to cool the pool water during the
hot summer months.
• Defrost
Heat-Cool units have the unique ability to prevent ice from
forming on the condensing coil. If freezing temperatures
are sensed on the coil while heating, the unit can switch to
the cooling mode. During the cooling mode, the refrigerant
will be warmed by the pool water and send the hot gas to
the evaporator coil to melt the ice. Once the coil
temperature returns to a normal operating temperature, the
unit resumes heating the water. This process only takes
about 4 to 6 minutes to complete.
Classic Model Standard Features
Swimming Pool and Spa
Heating Products
Inkeepingwithitspolicyofcontinuousprogressandproductimprovement,Rheemreservestherighttomakechangeswithoutnotice
MKG-15-1511RevE
10-01-11