Maintenance Of Your Pool Heat Pump; Cabinet Cleaning; Cleaning Evaporator; Cleaning Drainage Holes - Waterco Electroheat ECO-V 17kW Installation And Operation Manual

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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR POOL HEAT PUMP

Waterco pool heat pumps have been specifically engineered to give you years of
satisfaction and enjoyment in the pool.

Cabinet Cleaning

To clean the plastic surfaces use mild soapy water and a soft clean cloth. Never use
solvents or abrasives.

Cleaning Evaporator

The evaporator at the rear of the unit must be kept clean and un-obstructed in order
for your pool heat pump to have better efficiency and avoid problems which may
void your warranty. The dirt collected in the evaporator can be removed with a gentle
water spray and the use of a soft brush. be careful not to damage the aluminum fins.

Cleaning drainage holes

The condensate drainage holes in the base of the unit must be kept free of debris.
blocked drainage holes may cause water to collect in the unit and become stagnant
or, interfere with electrical components and wiring.
Issues caused by blocked drainage holes in the base of the unit are not covered under
warranty.

Units Located In Coastal Locations

Care and maintenance procedures for Waterco Pool Heat Pumps installed in coastal
locations.
exposure to salt may result in evaporator coil damage shortening the life of the
equipment.
electroheat eCO-V pool heat pumps are fitted with evaporators treated with
hydrophilic blue fin technology. The advantages are:
The epoxy coating on the coils prevents accumulation of salt, acid, dust and water
deposits which minimises the effects of corrosion.
Hydrophilic blue fin condensers do not allow water droplets to accumulate which can
increase the efficiency of the pool heat pump.
Pool heat pumps located within 1 kilometre from the coast should be given a monthly
rinse with potable water straight from the garden hose connected to the municipal
water system to remove the salt build up on the evaporator coil and exposed metal
surfaces.

Winterising Procedure

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If the pool heat pump is stored in a place where the temperature drops below the
freezing point of 0˚C / 32°F; it is mandatory that the water accumulated in the
pool heat pump be drained completely before freezing weather prevails. Improper
winterizing may damage the pool heat pump and will void the warranty.
• Turn the pool heat pump "OFF".
• Turn the pool heat pump breaker "OFF".
• The water piping MUST be disconnected to drain the pool heat pump's heat
exchanger in preparation for winter.
• Once the piping is disconnected, the pool heat pump's heat exchanger MUST be
emptied; the use of a water vacuum cleaner is strongly recommended or if you do
not have this tool you may tilt the unit (75˚) until all the water is out.
• It is recommended that pool heat pump's heat exchanger is rinsed out with a
gentle water spray at the inlet and outlet water connections of the pool heat pump
and then drain the heat exchanger again.
• With the help of 2 pool return winter plugs, block the water Inlet and Outlet
connections to prevent access by vermin.
• Clean the drainage holes located at the bottom of the base of the unit.
• unit may be covered for the winter.
• It is also possible to fill the heat exchanger with pool anti-freeze, but ensure that
the antifreeze contains an elevated pH to prevent corrosion. This is optional and
requires appropriate hardware.
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