Heat Pump USER’S INFORMATION MANUAL FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR NEW RESIDENTIAL HEAT PUMP NOTE TO INSTALLER: THIS MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE EQUIPMENT USER.
WELCOME TO EFFICIENT YEAR-ROUND COMFORT Congratulations on your excellent choice and sound investment in year-round home comfort! Your new heat pump represents both the latest in engineering development and the culmination of many years of experience from one of the most reputable manufacturers of comfort systems. Your new unit is among the most energy-efficient and reliable heat pump products available today.
IMPORTANT FACTS To better protect your investment and to eliminate unnecessary service calls, familiarize yourself with the following facts: • Your heat pump system should never be operated without a clean air filter properly installed. Plan to inspect the filter periodically. A clogged air filter will increase operating costs and shorten the life of the unit.
Depending on your typical winter heating needs, your home comfort system may include a supplementary heating source. The EMER- GENCY HEAT mode provides for convenient selection between the two heating appliances. In certain geographic areas and in certain applications, electric heat is not required. Any questions regarding your application should be directed to your dealer.
PERFORMING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE With the proper maintenance and care, your heat pump unit will operate economically and dependably. Maintenance can be accom- plished easily by referring to the following directions. However, before performing maintenance, consider these important safety precautions. Disconnect all electrical power to the heat pump before removing access panels to perform mainte- WARNING: nance.
Fig. 4—Removing Filter from Fan Coil Unit The indoor fan coil unit may be located in the attic. In this instance the filter may be located behind the return air grille. Access the filter by removing the return air grille. INDOOR COIL If the split-system coil has only been operated with a clean filter in place, it should require minimal cleaning.
BEFORE YOU REQUEST A SERVICE CALL BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE, CHECK FOR THESE EASILY SOLVED PROBLEMS: • Check the indoor and outdoor disconnect switches. Verify that circuit breakers are ON or that fuses have not blown. • Check for sufficient airflow. Check the air filter(s) for any accumulations of dirt. Check for blocked return-air or supply-air grilles. Be sure grilles are open and unobstructed.