Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Raypak 5300 Owner's Manual

X. Maintenance
NOTE: The heat pump MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for maintenance
adjustments.
The following maintenance procedures are designed to keep your heat pump operating at a high
level of reliability. Maintenance must be performed on a periodic basis to maintain warranty
coverage and prevent system failures and performance degradation.
A. Air Coil Cleaning - Efficient operation depends on free circulation of air through the thin and
tightly-spaced fins of the evaporator coils. The evaporator must be cleaned whenever it has a
buildup of dirt or debris.
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B. Cabinet Care (optional) - The cabinet is designed for outdoor use and requires little care.
However, you can clean it if you wish.
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2. Wash the cabinet with soap and water.
C. Unplug Condensation Drain Holes - The heat pump extracts humidity from the air as it
passes through the coil, similar to the way a cold drink outside "sweats" on a hot day. This con-
densation drains from the bottom of the unit.
1. Routinely check to be sure the condensation drain holes in the base of the unit are not plugged
with dirt or debris.
2. If condensation becomes a problem, optional drain pans are available from your heat pump
distributor or pool dealer.
XI. Troubleshooting
If your heat pump does not operate, or simply does not heat your pool water, the indicator lamps
on the front control panel (see Section IV) can provide valuable clues as to what is wrong, and
may even indicate precisely what the problem is. Always observe these lamps before calling a
service representative. By reporting on the telephone which lamps are ON and OFF, the service
rep may be able to solve the problem without the expense of a service call.
A. UNIT IS RUNNING, BUT NOT HEATING
• Is water flow through the unit adequate? Check the unit for obstructions, such as a clogged
filter pump strainer, a dirty filter, or valves not positioned correctly.
• Is the ejected air from the unit 8-10° cooler than incoming air? If so, the unit is extracting
heat from the air and transferring it to the pool.
Shut OFF electricity to the heat pump.
To clean the fins, spray gently with a garden hose.
pressure wash, which will bend the fins and can void the warranty.
Shut OFF electricity to the heat pump.
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