The heater is best located level with the surface of the pool — or as close to level as possible — because manufacturers pre-set their pressure switches for heater installations that are typically 3 feet above or below the pool's surface.
Install the heater as close to the filter as possible and approximately 25 feet away from the swimming pool. Installing the unit any farther may cause heat loss since tubing is underground. An "ideal" installation will have about 24" of clearance around the unit with no obstructions above.
This heater must be installed at least five feet from the wall of an above-ground pool. The heater shall not be installed with the top of the vent assembly within 10 feet below or to either side of any opening into the building. It sounds like it wants the window ('opening into the building') at least 10 feet away?
The heat pump can be installed alongside any existing heater that you have (eg gas heater). This allows you to use the gas heater as well as the heat pump if required either to rapidly heat up the pool or if the air temperature is too cold to run the heat pump efficiently eg at the and of the swimming season.
Do not install a gas pool heater under a deck. You must vent the heater if it's being installed in a pool house. Install the heater within 15' of equipment for optimal heating.
The top of the heater must be at least 5 feet below, or offset 4 feet from, the nearest opening to a building, such as a window or door; in addition, the top of the heater must be at least 3 feet above any forced-air inlets located within 10 feet of the unit.
The deck is acoustically isolated from the house. The estimator and the installer both want to install the heat pump under the deck. From what we've read, this is a big no-no because it can create a micro climate that makes the heat pump work less efficiently.
A pool heat pump should not be left running all the time. For one, you are wasting electricity by keeping it on when your pool is already warm enough. Also, this will lead to an increase in energy costs month after month.
Absolutely ! It is almost compulsory to use a solar cover when using a heat pump to heat your pool. Not using a solar cover is like not insulating the loft in your house. As your heat pump puts heat into the pool, it will be lost into the air when a solar cover is not used.
In general, the sun will make it easier for your pool heat pump to do its job. Regular exposure to direct sunlight will keep your heater warm, meaning that it will need to exert less power to warm up the rest of your pool. Solar-powered pool heat pumps also thrive when exposed to consistent sunlight.
Heaters or heat pumps cannot be enclosed. Pool heaters need proper air supply and exhaust venting. If enclosed around the sides, be sure the top is open to clear sky, or follow manufacturer instructions for proper venting.
Absolutely yes you can install a pool heater yourself without being a plumber. It is recommended to have a friend help you set it up so you don't get hurt. But, you will need to be very comfortable and take safety seriously. Read the instructions on how to install a pool heater.
They may be able to assist you with a solution, but very seldom can units be made to work well indoors. If you insist on installing your swimming pool heater inside, you MUST provide a way to supply 3,500 CFMs of fresh air to your unit.
As for equipment pad size, generally you would want a 4 x 8 ft pad size. That would fit a pump, filter, heater, salt system and whatever else you may be using. If you are not using a heater or heat pump the pad could be smaller, say 3 x 5 ft.
Typically, the best location for a heat pump condenser is a shady area, away from direct sunlight. The condenser also needs to be installed directly on the side of or behind the home, away from any shrubbery or vegetation (which could interfere with airflow.)
For best performance for heating, locate the outdoor unit in the warmest location, e.g. on a north or west facing wall (and vice versa for cooling). Heat pumps are most efficient when the temperature differential between outdoor and indoor temperatures is at its lowest.
No harm should come from running them in the rain. Also, please do not try to install any type of overhang/canopy over the unit. Again, they are designed to be out in the weather.
It is not advisable to heat your pool at night because of the time and energy it will consume. You're advised to heat your pool during the day for more efficiency, and if you can, buy a solar blanket to retain the temperature of your pool.
The best answer would be to run your pool's filter system 12 hours a day, during sunlight hours when using solar to heat your swimming pool. The idea is to run all the water in your pool through the filter system at least once a day.
It depends on a few things to determine how long it takes a heat pump to heat a pool. However, overall a heat pump generally heats a pool after 24 to 72 hours by 20-degrees Fahrenheit. For smaller pools like a spa pool, the heat pump can heat a pool between 45 and 60 minutes.
Putting it under the deck could cause some problems. I would advise against it. The more airflow through the unit the more efficient it can be. It's gotta be able to breathe.
Building A Deck Over An Air Conditioner
Sometimes an existing air conditioning unit is installed in the location where you want to build a new deck. Your best option is to move the unit to another location out of the way. This might cost you a few hundred dollars, but will save you a lot of headaches in the long run.
Outdoor Condensers can be hidden under a deck, porch, enclosure, or on a remote side of the building. Indoor units can be placed in common areas or specific rooms.
Allow a minimum of 12 inches of clearance between the sides of your heat pump and all walls and objects. To be safe, we at AquaCal recommend allowing 24 inches of clearance. Allow five feet of clearance between the top of your heat pump and all roof overhangs, tree branches, and other objects.
Heat Pumps can help save you money!
This is a much more efficient way to heat your pool's water. To cool your pool's water, the process is reversed. In cooling mode, heat pumps pull heat out of the water and put it back in the air, when Mother Nature decides to turn up her thermostat.