Section 2. Installation Instructions; General Information; Location Requirements; Introduction - Air Energy AE-Ti Manual De Instalación Y Operación

Section 2. Installation Instructions

2.1

General Information

Install the Air Energy™ heat pumps in accordance
with the procedures in this manual, local codes and
ordinances, and in accordance with the latest edition
of the appropriate national code. (See Section 1.4,
"Codes and Standards".) Correct installation is required
to assure safe operation. The requirements for Air
Energy™ heat pumps include the following:
1. Field assembly (if required).
2. Appropriate site location and clearances.
3. Suffi cient air ventilation.
4. Proper electrical wiring.
5. Adequate water fl ow.
This manual provides the information needed to
meet these requirements. Review all application and
installation procedures completely before continuing the
installation.
2.2

Location Requirements

2.2.1

Introduction

When pool equipment is located below the pool
surface, a leak from any component can cause
large scale water loss or fl ooding. Air Energy™
cannot be responsible for such water loss or
fl ooding or resulting damage.
Avoid placing the heat pump in locations where
it can cause damage by water or condensate leakage.
If this is not possible, provide a suitable drain pan
to catch and divert any leakage. All criteria given in
the following sections reflect minimum clearances.
However, each installation must also be evaluated,
taking into account the prevailing local conditions such
as proximity and height of walls, and proximity to
public access areas.
Table 2.

Heat Pump Clearances

SIDE OF Minimum Clearances for
HEAT PUMP
Front
Rear
Left
Right
Top
CAUTION
Operation
Centimeters
15
15
15
15
150
2.2.2

Clearances

The heat pump must be placed to provide
clearances on all sides for maintenance and inspection.
See Table 2.
60 cm (24") access in front of the heat pump
provides adequate room for serviceability. If the heat
pump is to be installed in a garage or under a vertical
overhang, the unit must have a minimum of 1,5 meters
(5 feet) clearance from the top of the heat pump.
It is recommended that the heat pump be installed at
least 1,5 meters (5 feet) from the inside wall of the pool or
spa unless the heat pump is separated from the pool or spa
by 1,5 meters (5 foot) high solid fence or other permanent
barrier.
2.2.3

Equipment Pad

Place the heat pump on a flat slightly pitched
surface, such as a concrete or fabricated slab (pad). This
allows proper drainage of condensation and rain water
from the base of the unit. If possible, the pad should be
placed at the same level or slightly higher than the filter
system equipment pad.
NOTE Ensure that the pad is pitched not more than
1 cm per 50 cm (¼ inch per foot) toward the
compressor end (front) of the heat pump. Pitch
slab from back to front 1 cm per 50 cm (¼ inch
per foot) maximum and level from side to side.
2.2.4

Indoor Installations

See Figure 2 (Standard Plumbing Layout, Indoor).
NOTE Indoor installations require special considerations
for condensate drainage and venting the cold air
produced by the heat pump.

2.2.4.1 Condensation and Drainage

Condensation from the evaporator coil will occur
while the unit is running, and it will drain at a steady
rate, usually 11 to 19 liters per hour, depending upon
ambient air temperature and humidity. The more humid
the ambient conditions, the more condensation will be
produced. The bottom of the unit acts as a tray to catch
condensation. Keep the drain hole, located on the right
side of the base of the unit, clear of debris.
Recommended Clearances
for Serviceability
Centimeters
60
30
30
30
150
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NOTE Clearances listed in Table 2
are manufacturer's tested values.
These are given as minimum values.
Where applicable local and national
codes specifi ed values are different
than those listed in Table 2, use the
greater value to ensure safe and
proper operation.