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Pool and Spa
Heat Pump
Owner’s Manual
Models:
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H/AT100R
Installation Guide
H/AT120R
Also Applies to:
XL100R
XL120R
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
THIS DOCUMENT IS PURCHASER’S PROPERTY AND IS TO REMAIN WITH THE HEAT PUMP OWNER
1/7/04
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PN: LTP0010
01/30/04
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1-800-786-7751 NOTES ___________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO THE TEAM ------------------------------------------------------- 5 IMPORTANT FEATURES OF YOUR NEW HEAT PUMP ------------------- 6 SAFTEY INFORMATION ---------------------------------------------------------- 7 QUICK START & STOP ------------------------------------------------------------ 9 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS & SPECIFICATIONS -------------------- 10 Dimensional Information----------------------------------------------------------- 10 Specifications ----
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TABLE OF CONTENTS, continued MAINTENANCE ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 Planned Maintenance Program---------------------------------------------------- 22 General Maintenance --------------------------------------------------------------- 23 Maintaining Proper Water Flow --------------------------------------------------- 24 Maintaining Proper Clearances --------------------------------------------------- 24 SEASONAL USE & SHUT DOWN ----
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Welcome to the T eam Dear Owner: ongratulations on your wise decision to make an AquaCal heat pump part of your home. Since 1981, AquaCal has maintained the worldwide lead in the C manufacture of swimming pool & spa heat pumps. Your new heat pump is not only a great investment, but also the most cost effective method available for heating pools and spas. For example, your heat pump is up to 400% more efficient than gas, and, when compared to electric resistance heat, your heat pump is nearly
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Important Features of Your New Icebreaker Heat Pump ThermoLink Electronic Heat Exchanger Controller The heart of your heat State-of-the-art, solid- ThermoLink pump is the patented state electronic controller, ThermoLink heat ex- maintains water tempera- Heat Exchanger changer. The primary ture within 1ºF of set point. cause of premature heat Controller also permits user pump demise is the failure to predefine different Pool Electronic Controller of the heat exchanger. and Spa water temperatu
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SAFETY INFORMATION Used and maintained properly, your heat pump will provide year-upon-year of safe and economical service. However, as with any mechanical or electrical device, to get the most from your heat pump–while insuring personal safety for you and others–certain operational and maintenance factors must be observed. Likewise, excepting a few minor owner-capable maintenance items (explained later in this manual), repair and service of your heat pump must be performed only by experienced s
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Heater NOT Repairable by Owner Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury WARNING ! or death. Heat pumps contain no owner-repairable components. Repairs must not be attempted by untrained and/or unqualified individuals. If service is deemed necessary, contact installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support at (800) 786-7751. Refrigerant Circuit Service Only by Qualified, EPA Certified Technician Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury WARNING ! or death. He
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HEATING-QUICK START & STOP his brief information is provided as an aide to installers, service personnel, and owners. The intent of this section is to provide rapid access to (only) very basic operational information. Individuals who will be T routinely using, installing, maintaining, and servicing this heat pump, are strongly encouraged to read this entire manual. If uncertain about any instructions given herein, AquaCal Customer Support (800-786-7751) should be contacted for additional info
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS & SPECIFICATIONS Dimensional Information - Heat Wave/AeroTemp 100-120 Series (All Reversing Models) 10
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(DATA PENDING) (DATA PENDING) Specifications — H/AT100R & 120R Models H100AR H100BR H100DR H100HR 100-SERIES: AT100AR AT100BR AT100DR AT100HR BTU - 80%RH 88,000/63,000 Air ºF / Air ºF… 80/50 COP 5.6/4.1 BTU - 63% RH 83,000/57,000 Air ºF / Air ºF… 80/50 5.3/3.9 COP Kilowatt Input (80% RH) 4.6 Voltage/Hz/Phase 208-230/60/1 208-230/60/3 380-415/50/3 220-240/50/1 Min. Circuit Ampacity 38.16 22.13 11.62 26.14 Rec. Fuse or Breaker S
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INSTALLATION Placement of Heater Indoor Installation Indoor installations can be problematic, and for that reason are discouraged. However, if no viable alternative exists, indoor installations may be successfully accomplished provided very exacting criteria is addressed. Every indoor installation is unique; therefore, there are no specific guidelines for this type of installation. If considering an indoor installation, you are strongly urged to contact AquaCal Engineering or Technical departm
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Irrigation, Rainwater Runoff, and Landscape Features: Place the heat pump away from direct rain runoff from roofs. A gutter or rain shield may be required on the roof edge above the heat pump. Relocate or adjust irrigation to avoid water spray directly onto the heat pump. Do not locate the heat pump directly adjacent to plants, shrubs, or bushes. Doing so will prevent proper air circulation into the unit, and may inhibit access to the heater when service is needed. Consult drawings on previ
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Plumbing Schematic–Flow Exceeding 70-GPM Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment. CAUTION ! Use of an incorrect bypass valve may compromise the heat pump’s efficiency, reliability, and may void the factory warranty. When using a bypass valve, order and install only an AquaCal PN: 2556 spring- check bypass valve. Bypass Check Plumbing Schematics–Flow 70-GPM and Below 14
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Plumbing Schematics–Flow 70-GPM and Below (continued) Water IN & OUT Connections: For proper operation and maximum efficiency, piping coming from the pump and filter MUST be connected to the "IN" port of the heater. Likewise, connect piping returning to the pool/spa to the "OUT" port of the heater. See drawing below. PLUMBING CONNECTION DETAIL From Pump/Filter Return to Pool/Spa 15
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Electrical Requirements Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury WARNING! or death. Installation made by unqualified persons can result in hazards to the installer and others. The information contained in this Electrical Installation section is intended for use by qualified electrical installation technicians, familiar with electrical service industry safety standards and methods. Electrical installation to be performed by qualified individuals only. General Requirements: ♦
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START-UP & OPERATION Getting Familiar with Controls Heat Wave/AeroTemp 100R &120R Control Panel Features 1) POWER LIGHT – Indicates electrical power is supplied to the heater. 2) FLOW LIGHT – Indicates water pressure (flow) is present at the heater. 3) DEFROST LIGHT – Indicates heater is in the defrost mode. 4) HIGH REFRIGERANT PRESSURE – Indicates excessively high refrigerant pressure. Heater may not be receiving adequate water flow. 5) LOW REFRIGERANT PRESSURE – Indicates abnormally low refri
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Overview of Controls (Please refer to control panel diagram on previous page.) POOL/OFF/SPA (P/O/S) Toggle Switch and Sequence of Operation With the toggle switch in the OFF (O) position, the heater will be prevented from operating (however, there may be power to the unit; see "Power Light On", below). With the toggle switch positioned toward the SPA or POOL thermostat knob, with HEAT selected, and with the following conditions met: 1) water pump in operation, with water flowing through the hea
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3. Select POOL or SPA & HEAT or COOL, Raise or Lower Associated Thermostat: ♦ Position the POOL/OFF/SPA toggle towards the POOL or SPA thermostat knob (depending on which body of water you are preparing to heat or cool). ♦ For Heating, move HEAT/COOL toggle to HEAT, then turn the selected pool or spa thermostat dial clockwise to its highest setting. As soon as the thermostat setting is above the temperature of the water, the heat pump will begin to operate. See note below if heater does not st
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Heating Tips Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury or WARNING ! death. Improperly used, Pool-Spa solar blankets can become a drowning risk to people and pets. Solar blankets are not safety covers. They are not designed to support the weight of a person or pet. Never enter a pool until the solar cover is completely removed (under no circumstances should anyone swim under the blanket). Follow all safety recommendations of the blanket manufacturer. Pool/Spa Blankets A sola
