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- Page 1 V-PAC inverter heat pumps VPT 12, 16, 22 Owner Installation Manual 1005759 Issue 2...
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Page 2: Health And Safety Warning
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNING This product contains electrical and rotational equipment. ONLY competent trained people should work on this device, and must be isolated electrically before removing access panels. This appliance can be used by children from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS HEALTH AND SAFETY WARNING ���������������������������2 4�0 USING YOUR HEAT PUMP �������������������������������19 1�0 INTRODUCTION ��������������������������������������������������4 4�1 THE KEY PAD ������������������������������������������������19 1�1 FOREWORD �����������������������������������������������������4 4�2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ����������������������20 1�2 WARNINGS ������������������������������������������������������4 5�0 TESTING �������������������������������������������������������������22 2�0 ABOUT YOUR HEAT PUMP �������������������������������8 5�1 HEAT PUMP MALFUNCTION ����������������������23 2�1 TRANSPORTATION �����������������������������������������8 5�2 PROTECTION CODES �����������������������������������24 2�2 ACCESSORIES �������������������������������������������������8... -
Page 4: 1�0 Introduction
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 1�0 INTRODUCTION 1�1 FOREWORD Thank you for choosing this product, which is designed for quiet and energy efficient operation. It is the ideal way to heat your pool in an environmentally friendly way. The WARNING sign denotes a hazard� It calls attention to a procedure or practice, which if not This guide provides information needed to install and adhered to could result in injury�... - Page 5 ACTIONS TO AVOID (OPERATION AND Do not use or store combustible gas or liquids near the HANDLING): heat pump. Check if there are any local regulations, which Be especially careful when handling the heat pump, you must comply to, when installing or storing not to cause any damage that may result in leakage of the heat pump�...
- Page 6 OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL HEAT PUMP MALFUNCTION: Installation must be carried out by competent people, in accordance with this manual. WARNING: Isolate heat pump electrically and wait INSTALLATION: 3 minutes before removing panels or entering heat pump. Read the instructions before installation, use and maintenance.
- Page 7 Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting The heat pump must be kept process or to clean, other than away from sources of fire or those recommended by the naked flames. manufacturer. The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously The heat pump must be operating ignition sources installed in well ventilated...
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Page 8: 2�0 About Your Heat Pump
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 2�0 ABOUT YOUR HEAT PUMP 2�1 TRANSPORTATION Always keep the heat pump upright. Do not lift the heat pump by the water inlet or outlet connections. (If this is done the titanium heat exchanger inside the heat pump could be damaged). 2�2 ACCESSORIES These accessories are provided with the heat pump. -
Page 9: 2�3 Features
2�3 FEATURES • Stepless DC inverter compressor • EEV Technology (Electronic Equalisation Valve) • Quick hot gas defrosting with 4-way valve • High-efficiency twisted titanium heat exchanger • High pressure and low pressure protection • Soft start and wide voltage application •... -
Page 10: 3�0 Installation
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 3�0 INSTALLATION Installation must only be attempted by competent personnel� 3�1 POSITIONING AND AIRFLOW Airflow - general principles The heat pump absorbs energy from the air drawn The heat pump must be positioned in a well through it. To function effectively the heat pump must ventilated area. - Page 11 Wall Wall >50cm >50cm >50cm >50cm Typical inside or plant room Typical outside installation. installation. (Not recommended for long duct runs). The plant room must not be used as an occupied space. Required free areas to provide air flow to and from heat pumps when installed in an enclosed area or where Minimum free areas m required to pass air through a wall etc.
- Page 12 OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL To comply with safety regulations regarding electrical installations in wet areas the heat pump must be installed at least 350cm away from the edge of the pool or spa. Swimming pool or spa 1005759 ISSUE 2...
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Page 13: 3�2 Refrigerant Type And Installed
3�2 REFRIGERANT TYPE AND INSTALLED LOCATION This heat pump contains R32, which is an All flammable refrigerants will not ignite if the environmentally friendly refrigerant with a GWP concentration level in a room stays below their lower (Global Warming Potential) of 675. R32 has the safety flammability limit (LFL). -
Page 14: 3�3 Pool Water Circuit
3�3 POOL WATER CIRCUIT Pool Aux heater Non return Sanitiser or (If fitted) valve chemical dosing device, (If fitted) Calorex Heat pump Anti return loop Condensate to be incorporated, water to To waste minimum height waste 100mm above heat pump outlet port (If sanitiser fitted) -
Page 15: 3�4 Plumbing
3�4 PLUMBING IMPORTANT Before installing the heat pump ensure the blanking disks are removed from the pool water Supported pipework in/out connections� These should drop out when the adaptors are unscrewed� 1. Ensure that bypass is installed and set to achieve the recommended flow rates stated in the data sheet. -
Page 16: 3�6 Electrolytic Corrosion In Swimming
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 3�6 ELECTROLYTIC CORROSION IN SWIMMING 3�7 ELECTRIC WIRING AND SUPPLY POOLS Electrolytic corrosion will occur when dissimilar metals All electrical work to be carried out in accordance with that are in contact with each other create a potential l.E.E.regulations, latest issue, or local codes of practice difference between themselves. -
Page 17: 3�8 Connecting The Heat Pump To The Power Supply
3�8 CONNECTING THE HEAT PUMP TO THE POWER SUPPLY Cable Entry point Position of terminals Single phase Terminals in Heat Pump Electrics enclosure Power Pump terminals terminals P1 P2 Secure cables Cable clamp using cable clamps and feed rough Supply cable entry points in cord machine... -
Page 18: 3�9 Pool Pump Override
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 3�9 POOL PUMP OVERRIDE TERMINALS P1/P2 For installations where the pool filter pump runs This feature operates by over-riding the timeclock continuously, these terminals do not need to be used. whenever the controller measures a water temperature that needs heating/cooling. If the pool does not need For installations where a timeclock controls the pool heating/cooling the filter pump will be turned off until filter pump, and the same pump provides water flow... -
Page 19: 4�0 Using Your Heat Pump
4�0 USING YOUR HEAT PUMP 4�1 THE KEY PAD Mode Down 88.88 LED display Heating indicator light Timer on indicator light HEAT Timer off indicator light COOL Cooling indicator light Power Powerful Smart Silent Silent mode indicator light Smart mode indicator light Powerful mode indicator light Note: When the heat pump is powered off, the display... -
Page 20: 4�2 Operating Instructions
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 4�2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Remember that at startup there is a 1 minute time delay before the heat pump starts a� Power on� e� Defrosting 1. Automatic defrosting. When machine is defrosting Press to power the unit on or off. Note. a short press will return the controller to main menu. - Page 21 g� Timer Setting Press and hold the for 5 seconds to enter timer menu. It will now show the ‘timer on’ time. Press and the hour flashes. Use p and q to set the hour. Press again and the minutes flash. Use the p and q to adjust these.
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Page 22: 5�0 Testing
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 5�0 TESTING Inspect heat pump before use • Check that the fan, air inlets and outlets are not • Check that the electric wiring conforms to the obstructed. electric wiring diagram and that the machine is earthed. • It is prohibited to install refrigeration pipe or components in corrosive environment. -
Page 23: 5�1 Heat Pump Malfunction
5�1 HEAT PUMP MALFUNCTION WARNING: Isolate heat pump electrically, and wait 3 minutes before removing panels or entering heat pump� • Refer to the user check list in section 5.2 and the • Any sign of abnormal operation such as water error codes listed in section 5.3 before initiating a dripping should be reported immediately to service call. -
Page 24: 5�2 Protection Codes
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 5�2 PROTECTION CODES These codes indicate machine stopping due to external circumstances. These are not faults with the heat pump. Display Reason Solution NO� Er 03 No water flow through the heat pump. Check water circuit and pool pump. Frost protection. -
Page 25: 5�3 Fault Codes
5�3 FAULT CODES When the heat pump displays any of these fault codes please contact your installer for advice. Display Description of fault code Er 05 High pressure alarm Er 06 Low pressure alarm Er 09 Controller communication failure Er 10 Inverter module communication error Er 12 High exhaust gas temperature alarm... -
Page 26: 6�0 Maintenance
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 6�0 MAINTENANCE 7�0 TROUBLE SHOOTING COMMON FAULTS Isolate the power supply of the heat pump and wait 3 Minutes before cleaning, examination or repair� Requirements for service personnel Cover the heat pump body when not in use. Please clean this heat pump with household Any person who is involved with working on or detergents or clean water, NEVER use petroleum spirit, breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current... -
Page 27: 8�0 Data Sheet
8�0 DATA SHEET MODEL UNITS VPT 12ALX VPT 16ALX VPT 22ALX PERFORMANCE - Air 27°C Water 27°C RH 80% Heating capacity 14.1 18.5 24.4 COP Range 13.5-6.28 13.5-6.03 13.5-5.14 Average COP at 50% Speed PERFORMANCE - Air 15°C Water 26°C RH 70% Heating capacity 10.64 13.61... -
Page 28: 9�0 Dimensions
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 9�0 DIMENSIONS Display Water out Water in Drain VPT12 ALX VPT16 ALX VPT22 ALX 1005759 ISSUE 2... -
Page 29: 10�0 Winterisation Procedure
10�0 WINTERISATION PROCEDURE WARNING. Isolate machine before opening! As heat pump embodies electrical and rotational equipment, it is recommended for your own safety that a competent person carries out the following procedure. (Drain Down Procedure) 4. Drain water from heat pump by: a) Drain valve if fitted. -
Page 30: 11�0 Warranty Conditions
OWNER/INSTALLATION MANUAL 11�0 WARRANTY CONDITIONS The following exclusions apply to the warranty given 8. The fan amps and duct pressure are outside the by Dantherm Ltd. No claims will be accepted if: specified limits. 1. The heat pump is installed in any way that is not in 9. -
Page 31: 12�0 Declaration Of Conformity
12�0 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 1005759 ISSUE 2... - Page 32 Dantherm Ltd� Unit 12, Galliford Road Maldon CM9 4XD United Kingdom +44 (0)1621 856 611 sales.uk@dantherm.com Calorex is a brand of...
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When heating the pool for the first time in the season the unit freezes up. Should it be started up slowly
The Calorex V-PAC VPT 12 ALX may freeze up when heating the pool for the first time in the season due to improper startup or low ambient temperatures. The manual does not explicitly state a reason for freezing, but starting it up slowly may help avoid issues related to sudden temperature changes or high system demand. It is important to follow correct installation and operating procedures, including checking water flow, refrigerant safety, and ensuring proper electrical setup.
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