Installation Manual Compac 6/8
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1. Check driptray and internal drain lines for blockages and clear Check operation of controls and calibrate if necessary Check operation of interlocks in use Final check of overall operation of unit Indicate on Service report any faults found or causes for concern Recommended servicing frequencies Light to medium use one visit per year Heavy use two visits per year Page 18 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 8 0 Heat Pump Malfunction 8 1 User Check List WARNING Isolate heat pump electrically before entering heat pump or removing panels The user check list should be carried out before initiating a service call Do not attempt to interfere with any internal control settings as these have been factory calibrated and sealed Any sign of abnormal operation such as water dripping should be reported immediately to an installer If in doubt or if advice is required contact the Service Department Telephone 44 0 1621 857171 The digital thermostat will display one of the following error codes in the event of a heat pump malfunction t e E E1 The water temperature probe is not working A correctly contact dealer sl TN N E2 The condenser temperature sensor is not working correctly contact dealer E3 Water flow through heat pump is inad equate check pool water ciruit for blockages E4 Indicates high or low pressure trip contact dealer E5 There is a refrigerant leakage contact de2. 4 0 Electrolytic Corrosion in Swimming Pools Electrolytic corrosion will occur when dissimilar metals that are in contact with each other create a potential difference between themselves Sometimes separated by a conductive substance known as an electrolyte the dissimilar metals will create a small voltage potential difference that allows the ions of one material to pass to the other Just like a battery ions will pass from the most positive material to the more negative material Anything more than 0 3 volts can cause the most positive material to degrade A swimming pool with its associated equipment can create this effect The pool water being an ideal electrolyte and components of the filtration circuit heating system steps lights etc providing the dissimilar metals needed to complete the circuit Whilst these small voltages are rarely a safety threat they can create premature failure through corrosion Not dissimilar to corrosion through oxidation electrolytic corrosion can cause complete failure of a metallic material in a very short period of time In order to prevent this type of corrosion all metallic components in contact with swimming pool water should be bonded together using 10mm bonding cable This includes non electrical items such as metal filters pump strainer boxes heat exchangers steps and hand rails It is highly recommended that bonding be retrofitted to existing pools which may not be protected
3. ALE FOR CLARITY Page 8 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 h When the pipework installation is complete the pool circulation pump should be switched on and the system tested for leaks Also check the filter gauge to see that there is not an excessive increase in back pressure If everything is then working normally the water circulating system is ready for use i The water circuit to and from the unit is to be capable of maintaining within specified limits the rate of flow required by the heat pump See section 10 j All pipework must be adequately supported with allowance for expansion or contraction especially with plastic pipework k It is recommended that when installing water systems that the last connections to be made in the system should be breakable connections to avoid any stresses on the unit connections IMPORTANT 1 All Pool Purifying Devices and Chemical Injection Systems should be fitted down stream of the heat pump see section 3 1 unless installation is as per filter dosing This includes the practice of dosing chemicals direct into skimmer basket which results in concentrated corrosive liquids passing over vulnerable metal components Maximum Salt Content ppm 35000 Max Bromine ppm 2 5 ppm Ozone 0 9 Max Maximum Copper Content Aquamatic lonic Purifier 2 Water quality must be maintained as follows 3 Maximum pressure of water in the heat pump circuit should not exceed 3kg cm 50 psi Pag
4. DDUDUUDDUUDIDDDUDIUI IDDDDDDDDDDDDDDUDDDDDIUDDII 000000000000 00000 0000000000 0000000000000 00000000000000 Ti h J SS drain valve and drain tube Compac8 AIR OUT 10 0 Installation Drawings WATER IN OUT 1 BSPM or 50mm CONNECTORS CONDENSATE 15mm CONECTOR COMPAC 6 8 Page 21 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 11 0 Winterisation WARNING Isolate machine before removing covers Procedure The heat pump embodies electrical and rotational equipment it is recommended for your own safety that a competent person carries out the following procedure ALL MODELS Objective To provide frost protection To eliminate corrosion problems To inhibit electrical components 1 Switch off the electric supply to the heat pump 2 Remove external fuses and keep in safe place away from heat pump to prevent accidental operation of heat pump Ensure that the water circulation pump is switched off Drain water from heat pump by drain valve if fitted b disconnecting pipework to and from heat pump 5 Flush through water circuit in heat pump by using CLEAN TAP WATER NOT POOL WATER via hose into outlet connection run the h
5. Installation Manual Compac 6 8 OWNER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR COMPAC 6 8 SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS SD636650 Iss 2 23 12 10 Health and Safety Warning As the heat pump includes electrical and rotational components it is required that only trained and competent persons should remove panels giving internal access to the unit Page 1 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 Thank you for choosing a Compac Heat Pump Your Compac heat pump has been specially designed for pool heating using high quality components carefully chosen to provide maximum efficiency and reliability Please read this manual carefully as it provides useful operation and maintenance information that will maximise the benefits your Compac heat pump can offer To register your product and for further useful information please visit www compacheatpumps co uk Page 2 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 Contents 1 0 Introduction 1 1 Function 2 0 Installation 2 1 Siting 2 2 Air flow 3 0 Plumbing 3 1 Recommended Plumbing Schematic 3 2 Determining Water Flow 4 0 Electrolytic Corrosion in Swimming Pools 4 1 Electrical Machine Wiring and Supply 13 4 2 Location of Mains Input 4 3 Pool Pump Synchronisation 5 0 Controls and indication lamps 6 0 Circuit Diagram 7 0 Regular planned maintenance 8 0 Heat Pump Malfunction 8 1 User Check List 9 0 Datasheet 10 0 Installation Drawings 11 0 Winterisation Pr
6. aler Page 19 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 9 0 Datasheet MODEL HEAT TO POOL WATER AMBIENT 20 C WATER 27 C ELECTRICITY ELECTRICAL SUPPLY 1 PHASE TOTAL POWER CONSUMED AMBIENT 20 C WATER 27 C MIN SUPPLY CAPACITY Max F L A 1 ph N RECOMMENDED SUPPLY FUSE 1 ph N WATER FLOWS ETC POOL WATER FLOW RATE L min MAX WORKING PRESSURE POOL WATER bar POOL WATER CONNECTIONS inches CONDENSATE DRAIN CONNECTIONS MAIN FAN AIR FLOW Anemometer air on grille Dry evaporator GENERAL DATA HERMETIC SYSTEM GAS CHARGE R410a PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS WIDTH Unpacked DEPTH Unpacked HEIGHT Unpacked WEIGHT Unpacked WIDTH Packed DEPTH Packed HEIGHT Packed WEIGHT Packed SOUND LEVEL FOR ACCURATE APPLICATION SIZING CONSULT SUPPLIER NOTES 1 Weight and dimensions nett COMPAC 6 COMPAC 8 230V 1N 50Hz 230V 1N 50Hz 41 83 4 4 1 1 2 BSPM or 50mm 15 2 Performance design limitations Ambient 5 C min 40 C max Water 15 C min 35 C max 3 Pool water to have correct balance pH 7 2 7 8 Free Chlorine 1 0 2 0ppm domestic 3 0 6 0 commercial 4 Allow 500mm clearance to service panels 5 Compac heat pumps reserve the right to change or modify models without prior notice 6 R410a Global warming potential GWP 1997 1mm WG 9 8 Pa 1mhd 1 4 psi 11 min 0 22gall min Page 20 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 ho OOOO AAA AAN LIDDDDDD
7. are drawn into the unit by the fan and expelled through the evaporator fins The evaporator has liquid 2 THE COMPRESSOR where it is compressed and upgraded to a much higher temperature The hot vapour now enters refrigerant passing through it which is at a considerably lower temperature than the ambient air therefore the air gives up its heat to the refrigerant which then vaporises This preheated vapour now travels to A THE HEAT PUMP CYCLE 1 I i 2 COMPRESSOR Kv2 HOT GAS COOL GAS HEATED WATER TO POOL AMBIENT AIR WATER FROM POOL CONDENSED REFRIGERANT COOL LIQUID REFRIGERANT EXPANSION VALVE LOW PRESSURE SIDE HIGH PRESSURE SIDE 4 THE EXPANSION DEVICE 3 THE CONDENSER where itis surrounded by the pool and from there now at normal pressure it is returned to the evaporator and the cycle starts again water The heat is given up to the cooler pool water and the now cooler refrigerant returns to its former liquid state but still under high pressure from the compressor This pressure is released by passing the liquid through Coefficient of Performance The efficiency of a Heat Pump is usually called its Coefficient of Performance C O P which is simply a ratio of heat output to energy input both being expressed in kW Thus a Heat Pump absorbing 1 kW of electricity collecting 4 kW of energy from the air and delivering 5 kW of heat to th
8. by this system Page 12 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 4 1 Electrical Machine Wiring and Supply See section 4 2 All electrical work to be carried out in accordance with I E E standards latest issue or local codes of practice as applicable The machine should be installed in line with EMC2004 108 EC Protected supply to incorporate fuses or motor type circuit breakers Type C to specified rating see Data Sheet H R C fuses are recommended An isolator which disconnects all poles must be fitted within 2m and in sight of machine t All units must be correctly earthed grounded An earth leakage trip of the Current operating type 30mA is recommended to be fitted to all pool electrics INCONSISTENT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY The following limits of operation must not be exceeded if machines are to be guaranteed either in performance or warranty terms Minimum Maximum Voltage single phase 207V 253V Frequency Hz 47 5 52 5 This voltage must be made available at the heat pump while running T Note the Isolator must have a minimum of 3mm air gap when turned off IMPORTANT The user should be made aware that THE WHOLE installation should be isolated when working on ANY PART OF THE INSTALLATION Page 13 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 4 2 Location of Mains Input The Compac heat pump is supplied with 5m of cable which nee
9. ds to be hard wired to an appropriate MCB see data sheet Page 14 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 4 3 Pool Pump For installations where the filter pump which also provides water to your Synchronisation heat pump is controlled by a time clock supplied by the installer your heat pump can over ride pump off periods set on the time clock so that the filter pump will run if your swimming pool requires heating By doing so your filter pump will only run when a A block period of pump running has been set on the time clock for filtration purposes b The pool requires heating This feature operates by overriding the filter pump time clock for three minutes each hour so that water is pumped through the heat pump If during this sampling period the heat pump detects a need for water heating it will continue to over ride the time clock until the swimming pool temperature is satisfied If water heating is not required the filter pump will turn off after the three minute sampling period and not restart until the next hourly sampling period or time clock pre set run time This feature will reduce the filter pump run time and consequently save energy as well as unnecessary filter pump wear and tear ee TERMINALS IN LP2LPiFS FS LINO HEAT PUMP LINE VOLTAGE OUT TO PUMP CONTACTOR POWER SUPPLY 230N 50Hz PUMP fees CONTACTOR 4 POOL PUMP Page 15 I
10. e 9 09 S 9 Q O wa 3 S 2 S V 3 1 Recommended Plumbing Schematic 3A VA AVM 33YH_L 3A VA NUNLF4 NON 9NIIdNO9 318 VAV3Y498 NOILOANNOO ONIHSN 14 ONISIYSLNIM 804 140d 38VAS LNHS ATIVWYON 3ATVA SSVdAg I JLSYM Ol YALVM 3LVSN3dNOO 31SVA OL 031113 4I 391430 ONISOG IVINNIHO INIVA YO Y3SILINVS Nanlay NON INIVA NOLLVIOSI PN AJA 431 114 YISILINVS 41 10d 1311N0 dWNd LV3H 3AO8V WUIQOL LHOISH WAWININ GaLVYOdHOONI 39 OL dOO7T NYNLAY ILNY NMOQG NIVYG ONISIU3 LNIM YOd 31SVM OL dais Al 431VW3H XNV Page 10 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 3 2 Determining Water The heat pump is fitted with a water flow switch which inhibits the Flow operation of the heat pump This happens in a Compac 6 when the water flow rate is below 2500L hour 41L min and in a Compac8 when the water flow is below 3000L hour 50L min Error E3 on the digital thermostat will be shown until the correct flow rate is achieved Once this error has disappeared from the thermostat the flow rate is adequate POOL WATER OUT POOL WATER IN CONDENSATE DRAIN IN BASE HEAP PUMP WATER OUT CONNECTIONS Compac 6 Flow rate 800 to 3000L hour Compac 8 Flow rate 3000 to 5000L hour Page 11 Installation Manual Compac 6 8
11. e pool water is said to have a C O P of 5 1 This ratio will vary according to the temperature of the water and the ambient air Page 5 2 0 Installation 2 1 Siting Installation Manual Compac 6 8 a Ensure that the heat pump on site is as ordered i e model electrical supply and factory fitted options b Inspect the unit for damage in particular inspect the evaporator finned side to ensure that it is undamaged Minor indentations in the fins do not affect performance If severely damaged endorse the delivery note in the presence of the driver and send a recorded delivery letter to the transport company giving details c Protect the unit if installation is delayed a Provide a firm level base capable of supporting the weight of the unit spread the load if mounted on timber floor b Ensure that water cannot collect under the unit it is recommended that units are installed on plinths 100mm above finished floor level This also aids condensate drainage c Please allow adequate clearance to service panels on the unit recommended 500mm minimum d The heat pumps are by design as quiet as is practical however due consideration should be given to siting the heat pump in order to minimise the effect of noise coming from the machine for example by positioning the machine so that the inlet outlets are parallel to occupied premises e Ensure loose debris such as leaves grass cuttings etc will not block air inlet
12. grilles f Consider protection from extreme weather conditions if installed externally i e lean to cover or building g Use the antivibration feet provided not only does this help to reduce noise but it also will help prevent corrosion to the base of the heat pump Use of stainless steel fixings is recommended Page 6 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 2 2 Air flow Due consideration must be given to air flow i e do not obstruct either the inlet or outlet and ensure that the discharge to air cannot recirculate to inlet See below POSSIBLE POSITIONS OF A HEAT PUMP z quy it gt 50 cm dNNd LV3H PLANT ROOM I TABLE 1 Required Free Areas to provide air flow to Minimum Free Area m2 and from heat pumps when installed in an Inlet Discharge enclosed area or where required to pass air through a wall etc 0 21 0 145 Free area is the available area through which air can pass through a grille or louvres IMPORTANT If multiple units are installed in an enclosed area then the inlet free areas required for each unit can be added together to form one inlet aperture BUT the discharge from each unit must be kept separate and must not be incorporated into one common duct system Page 7 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 3 0 Plumbin a The heat pumps have water inlet outlet connections as follows Both models can be connected to either 1 1 2 or 50mm plastic pipe b The Heat Pump must be connected after the filte
13. if Conditions 1 The heat pump is incorrectly sized for the application 2 The heat pump is installed in any way that is not in accordance with the current procedures as defined by Calorex Heat Pumps Ltd 3 The heat pump has been worked upon or is adjusted by anyone other than a person authorised to do so by Calorex Heat Pumps Ltd 4 The air flow to and from the machine is outside the specified limits 5 The water flow through the machine is outside the specified limits 6 The water pH level and or chemical balance is outside the following limits 2 5 7 The heat pump has suffered frost damage 8 The electrical supply is insufficient or in anyway incorrect 12 1 Service Contact Service Phone Number 44 0 1621 857171 Page 24
14. nstallation Manual Compac 6 8 5 0 Controls and indication lamps CONSOLE ECONOMY MODE LAMP FAULT LAMP ECONOMY MODE INCREASE TEMPERATURE ON OFF SWITCH DECREASE TEMPERATURE NOT USED Using the ECO button makes the heat pump more economic to run When this lamp is illuminated ECO mode is on When the ECO switch is pressed the heat pump will stop working when the ambient temperature is below 5 C and will restart automatically once the ambient temperature is above 10 C Page 16 6 0 Circuit Diagram Installation Manual Compac 6 8 COMPAC 6 8 SINGLE PHASE 230V 1N 50Hz i temperature sensor a E sensor To display control w gt F Fer 2 To water pump Outgoing Live line of water pump Incoming To water flow switch 4 Way valve Voltage Live Flow N KN inlet switch Power supply 230 50Hz Page 17 Water temperature sensor Main controller PCB COMP RLY1 z z lt X Transformer Installation Manual Compac 6 8 7 0 Regular planned Operations to be carried out during a regular planned maintenance visit are maintenance as follows Check and clean the evaporator This action may be required more frequently than regular servicing Check operation of fan and compressor Check capacitor tolerances where fitted Check condition of the water heat exchanger Check refrigeration system parameters Check operation of control valves Check for water leaks
15. ocedure 11 1 Start up Procedure After Winterisation 12 0 Warranty Conditions 12 1 Service Contact Page 3 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 1 0 Introduction The Compac range of air water heat pump is designed for swimming pool heating The heat pumps are designed to heat pool water and spas within the range of 15 C to 35 C suitable for outdoor pools operating in ambient temperatures above 5 C The water heat exchanger is a full flow type manufactured from titanium tube which is a highly corrosion resistant material The heat pumps are suitable for use in fresh water and salt water pools The heat pumps are fitted with rotary compressors known for quiet running A 3 minute cycle time delay is incorporated for compressor protection With these features the heat pump is designed to have a long trouble free life All units have integral safety devices to protect the heat pump from internal and external faults Indicator lamps indicate operating mode An adjustable digital thermostat controlsthe water temperature Page 4 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 Swimming pool heat pumps provide thermodynamic heating by means of a vapour compression cycle similar to that employed in a conventional refrigerator in addition to acting as an active solar collector 1 1 Function 1 THE EVAPORATOR collects the heat from the outside ambient air pre heated by the sun In the swimming pool heat pumps high volumes of outside air
16. ose for 10 minutes minimum use spray nozzle if available 6 Allow to drain when drained fit plastic bags secured by elastic bands over water connections 7 Uncover electrical enclosure see section 4 2 and liberally spray interior of unit with moisture repellant aerosol WD40 or similar reseal enclosure 8 Ifthe heat pump is located outside protect from weather by covering with VENTILATED cover Do not use plastic sheet as condensation could occur within the unit IMPORTANT If this procedure is not adopted and frost or corrosion damage results then the warranty will become invalid Page 22 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 11 1 Start up Procedure Replace covers if not fitted After Winterisation Remove front grille using a soft brush clean the finned surfaces of the evaporator Replace panel Remove plastic covers on water connections and reconnect water piping or close drain valve Start up water circulating pump and leave running for at least 1 4 hour to establish flow and enable an air in piping to escape Replace fuses to heat pump circuit Switch on heat pump Check control thermostat is set to required pool temperature Check pool water daily to ensure it is at correct pH and has correct chemical balance See Section 3 Plumbing Page 23 Installation Manual Compac 6 8 12 0 Warranty The following exclusions apply to the Warranty given by Calorex Heat Pumps Parr Ltd No claims will be accepted
17. r in the return pipe to the pool If an existing heater is being retained then the Heat Pump should be connected between the filter and the other heater See section 3 1 c Suitable breakable couplings should be installed local to the heat pump d If the heat pump is installed at a lower level than the pool then isolation valves should be fitted e Adrain valve or plug should be fitted to the lower pipe to facilitate draining water in the winter period f Connections on all models are via either 1 1 2 or 50mm plastic pipe The pipes need to be glued into the water in out connections with a suitable adhesive g The condensate drain in the base of the unit collects condensation from the evaporator fins This should run away to waste using the flexible drainage tube provided It is therefore necessary to ensure that the Heat Pump is placed on a level plinth so that the condensate water can run away and not overflow the edges of the drip tray inside the unit The position for fitting the condensate adaptor is in the base of the unit It will be easier to fit this and the hose BEFORE the Compac heat pump is connected to the water supply WATER WATER in mL CONDENSATE ADAPTOR FIT IN HOLE IN BASE OF UNIT APPROXIMATE POSITION SHOWN NOTE FITTINGS SHOWN AT LARGER SC
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