Owner Inspection - Pentair UltraTemp-E Serie Guide De L'installateur

Owner Inspection

Pentair recommends that you inspect your heat pump on a continual basis and especially after abnormal weather
conditions. The following basic guidelines are suggested for your inspection:
 Make sure the front of the unit is accessible for future service.
 Keep the rear and surrounding areas of the heat pump clear of all debris.
 Keep all plants trimmed and away from the heat pump.
 Keep lawn sprinkler heads from spraying on the heat pump to prevent corrosion and damage.
 If the unit is installed under a roof edge, install a gutter or diverter to prevent excessive water and debris from
pouring down into the unit.
 Do not use this heat pump if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified professional technician to
inspect the heat pump and replace any part of the control system which has been submerged.
The heat pump will produce condensation (water) while in operation. The heat pump base is designed to allow the
condensation to exit through the bottom drain port when the unit is running. The condensation will increase as the
outdoor air humidity level increases. Check the following at regular intervals to ensure proper condensate drainage:
1. Visually inspect and clear the bottom drain ports of any debris that could clog the ports.
2. Keep the top air flow discharge and air flow intake area clear of debris so the air flow through the heat pump is
not restricted. The cooler discharge air from the top should not accumulate and be drawn into the side air intake
coils.
3. Be sure the condensate run-off is properly directed away from the equipment pad to keep it from undermining
the pad.
4. Be sure the condensate water does not puddle inside the heat pump. To be sure it is condensate water, check for
the absence of chlorine.
During normal operation, the heat pump produces several liters of condensate per hour. If condensate drainage is
above this range during operation or if water continues to drain from the base when the heat pump is not in
operation for more than an hour, a leak in the internal plumbing may have occurred. Call a qualified heat pump
technician to investigate the problem.
The maximum heat output and efficiency of a heat pump is dependent upon the quality and performance of the major
components used. Equally important are the environmental conditions (for example, air temperature, humidity, water
temperature, and wind).
To maintain maximum performance and efficiency, keep the air coil clean from dirt and debris. It is recommended to
clean your air coil once a year by flushing the coil with compressed air or hosing off the coil with a garden hose.
Care should be taken to not bend the coil fins as this will restrict the airflow and lower your heat pump performance.
Compressed air can also damage the heat pump coil. DO NOT USE A PRESSURE CLEANER ON THE UNIT.
Professional Maintenance and Service
Preferably, the heat pump should be maintained at least once a year by qualified personnel to maintain maximum
performance and efficiency. The unit should be powered off during maintenance.
In case of a problem call your dealer. Pentair will assist your dealer in determining the cause of the problem and
solving the issue.
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