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4.2.d Planning for Condensation
The heat pump can produce a large amount of condensation. This condensation must be directed away
from the heat pump and disposed of according to local code requirements. A hose connection for this
purpose is located below the lower access panel.
4.2.e Mounting Pad Requirements
The equipment pad is to be constructed of concrete, or other code-approved materials sufficient to
support the weight of the heat pump. The equipment pad must meet all requirements of authorities
having code-related jurisdiction.
The pad is to be elevated and placed to provide adequate drainage and support to the base of the heat
pump.
The pad is to be essentially level and extend in all directions (at least) 6" beyond the base of the heat
pump. Under no circumstances should the heat pump be installed directly onto the earth.
4.2.f Anchoring Heat Pump to Pad
Follow all relevant local, state, or national requirements regarding wind load anchoring. When
anchoring is required, use AquaCal AutoPilot optional Hurricane Anchoring Kits.
AquaCal AutoPilot anchoring kits satisfy the very stringent Florida Building Code Section 301.13: Wind
Anchoring Requirements. Contact AquaCal AutoPilot to obtain the correct anchoring kit for the heat
pump being installed. Please have the heat pump model number ready when contacting AquaCal
AutoPilot Parts Group.
As necessary, contact the AquaCal AutoPilot Technical Support Group for assistance in determining
best method of compliance.
4.3 Plumbing
CAUTION
- Failure to heed the following may result in equipment damage.
Plumbing diagrams are provided in this section as a planning guide to the sequence of equipment,
valves, fittings, etc. The basic plumbing configurations for typical installations are shown for both U-
Flow and Z-Flow collection headers. For connection to pool water supply and return, each unit is
shipped with 4" PVC fittings: 2 unions; 2 caps; and 4 couplings.
The heat pump must receive water flow within the specified minimum and maximum ranges. If the
installation does not closely follow any of the supplied plumbing diagrams, AquaCal AutoPilot Technical
Support is available for installation advice and guidance.
Water flow exceeding 280-GPM may damage titanium condenser; such damage
will not be covered under the equipment warranty. Install a bypass valve
whenever water flow rate may exceed 280-GPM. Contact AquaCal AutoPilot
Technical Support for guidance regarding testing for water flow rate.
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