Electrolux Kelvinator Heat Pump Hot Water, Heat Pump Hot Water System System User Manual
Heat Pump Hot Water System
User Manual
2 contents Kelvinator heat pump hot water systems
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our Heat
Pump hot water system. We are sure you will find your new
hot water system a pleasure to use. Before you use the hot
water system, we recommend that you read through the
entire user manual, which provides the description of the
hot water system and its func tions.
Just a little preventative care on your part can save you a
great deal of time and money over the life of your hot water
system. You'll find many answers to common problems
in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review the chart
of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call
for service.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use
an appliance, it is important that the hot water system
is installed correctly and that you read the safety instructions
carefully to avoid misuse and hazards.
We recommend that you keep this user manual for future
reference and pass it on to any future owners.
After unpacking the hot water system please check it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use the hot water system but
contact your local Electrolux Customer Care Centre.
environmental tips
Information on disposal for users
• Most of the packing materials are recyclable.
Please dispose of those materials through your local
recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate
collection containers.
• If you wish to discard this hot water system, please
contact your local authorities and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
caution
• Contact an authorised installer for installation of this hot
water system.
• Contact an authorised service technician for repair or
maintenance of this hot water system.
• Installation work must be performed in accordance
with national standards by authorised personnel only.
Wrong connection can cause over heating or re.
• This hot water system should be installed in accordance
with AS/NZS 3000 and your electricity suppliers rules.
Conditions of use
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as :
• staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working
environments.
• farm houses.
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments.
• bed and breakfast type environments
Important .......................................................................... 3
Important safety instructions ........................................... 4
Components and specifications ........................................ 5
Information required to claim your STCs .......................... 5
How your hot water system works.................................... 6
Using your hot water system ............................................ 6
Maintenance ...................................................................... 8
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 10
Warranty .......................................................................... 11
Congratulations Contents
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are shown below:
warning
This symbol indicates information concerning your
personal safety
caution
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid
damaging the hot water system
tips & information
This symbol indicates tips and information about
use of the hot water system
environmental tips
This symbol indicates tips and information about
economical and ecological use of the hot water system
For the installer
The installation must be done in accordance with the
information supplied in the installation guide supplied
with the hot water system.
All other relevant National, State or Local regulations must
also be conformed with and these include (but are not
limited to):
• Australian Standard AS3500.1 – Water Supply
• Australian Standard AS3500.4 – Hot Water Supply
• Australian Standard AS3000 – Electrical Installation
• Local Water & Electrical Authority Regulations
Municipal Building Codes
When the heat pump hot water system is installed with an
additional off peak power supply, the power supply must not
be standard off peak (also known as off peak 1 – available only
8 hours). The off peak power supply must be changed to or
kept as extended off peak (also known as off peak 2 – available
up to 18 hours). If extended off peak is not available, the heat
pump hot water system is to be connected to a continuous
only power supply to ensure its correct operation.
warning
Do not operate or stop the hot water system by
switching on or off the power
Do not use a damaged or unspecied power
supply cable
Do not allow water to run into electric parts of
the hot water system as it may cause failure or
electric shock
Do not open any par t of the hot water system during
operation as it may cause electric shock
Do not store ammable gas or combustibles such as
gasoline, benzene, paint thinner etc near the hot water
system as this may cause corrosion or an explosion
Do not disassemble or modify the hot water system
as it may cause failure and electric shock
Important
Kelvinator heat pump hot water systems important 3
4 impor tant safety instructions Kelvinator heat pump hot water systems
caution
• Do not use the hot water system for any other purposes
besides heating water for domestic use.
• Do not place items which might be damaged by moisture
around the hot water system or near the drain outlets.
• If the power supply cable is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• Water may drip from the discharge pipe of the pressure
relief valve. This pipe must be left open to atmosphere at
all times.
• The pressure-relief device is to be operated regularly to
remove lime deposits and to verify that it is not blocked.
• A discharge pipe connected to the pressure-relief valve is
to be installed in a continuously downward direction and
in a frost-free environment.
Ensure the following safety instructions are read and
understood before using this hot water system.
warning
Water temperatures above 50°C can cause severe burns,
scalding or death. Feel the water temperature before
bathing or showering. Do not leave children unsupervised.
Under AS/NZS 3500 the temperature of the hot water
being delivered must not exceed 50°C at any outlets used
primarily for purposes of personal hygiene. To comply with
these standards, a tempering valve set must be tted to
the hot water system.
• Do not use this hot water system if it has at any stage
been immersed in water. Immediately call a licensed
plumber, gas fitter or authorised technician to inspect
and/or service the system.
• Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient
temperature drops below freezing. The Freeze Protection
System only works when the hot water system is
connected to the power. The warranty is void if the
heat exchanger is damaged as a result of freezing.
• In order to avoid electric shock, re or injury, if any
abnormality is detected, such as the smell of smoke
coming from the hot water system, isolate the power at
the main switchboard then contact your local Electrolux
Customer Care Centre.
• Do not insert ngers, rods or other objects into the air
inlet or outlet of the heat pump. If the fan is rotating, it
may cause personal injury or damage.
• Do not remove any guards or panels on the heat pump.
It may cause a safety hazard or allow the unit to be
damaged.
• Do not touch the heat exchanger ns. These ns are sharp
and could result in cutting injuries.
• Never use a ammable spray such as hair spray, lacquer
or paint near the hot water system as it may cause a fire.
• After a long term use of the hot water system, check the
heat pump's stand and fittings. If damaged or loose, the
heat pump may fall and result in injury.
• The operation of the thermal cut out indicates a possibly
dangerous situation. Do not reset the thermal cut out until
the water heater has been serviced by a qualified person.
Important safety instructions
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