Taylor Pool Heat Pump User Manual
POOL HEAT PUMP
OWNER’S MANUAL
INST ALLA TION MANUAL
No : 2004.1
GENERA TION MODEL ECLIPSE MODEL
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING YOUR NEW POOL HEAT PUMP.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction...............................................................................................p.3
A Cost-Efficient Heater
How Does It Work?
Low Maintenance
Selecting the location.................................................................................................p.4
Supply and Accessibility
Other Recommendations for Spas
Water Inlet and Outlet Connections..............................................................p.5
Basic Connection
Chlorinators, Brominators and Other Automatic Systems
Pressure-Type Chlorinator or brominator
In-line Chlorinator or Brominator
Salt Chlorinator
Dual Units Connection
Pool and Sp a Connection............................................................................p.8
Using One Pump and One Filter for the Pool and the Sp a
Using Independent Pumps and Filters for the Pool and the Spa
Electrical Connection..................................................................................p.9
Maintenance...........................................................................................p.10
Cleaning
Winterizing
Seasonal Start-up
Water Deviation
Water Maintenance.....................................................................................p.13
Why Perform Water Maintenance?
Water Chemistry
Sanitizers
What to Do?
Swimming Pool Heat Pump Control.....................................................p.18
Solving Problems........................................................................................p.24
Questions and Answers.............................................................................p.25
Warranty..................................................................................................p.26
INTRODUCTION
A Cost-efficient Heater
Y our new pool heat pump will help you save money compared to other types of pool heat-
ers.
In fact, even if your pool heat pump has a lower heat capacity which makes it run for 24
hours a day , the pool heat pump remains the most economic system, because of the use of state
of the art technics in thermodynamics.
How Does It Work?
Y our pool heat pump works just as a water pump does. Whereas a water pump is tranferring
water from one place to another , your pool heat pump is transferring heat between the surrounding air and your pool water. Moreover , your pool heat pump is not producing heat with the energy
it is consuming just as a water pump is not producing water. It is because of this principle that
your pool heat pump may attain efficiency ratios going up to 600% or 700% in the best climatic
conditions. This means that for each kilowatt your pool heater consumes, it is transfering 6 or 7
kilowatts from the surrounding air to the pool water . The difference is astronomical compared to
oil, gas or electric resistance heaters yielding only 80 to 95% output. But it is true to say that the
output of traditional pool heaters stays constant at any outdoor climatic conditions whereas the
output of a pool heat pump varies. However , even when temperatures are cooler the pool heat
pump continues to transfer heat between air and water and it stays the best choice for temperatures down to 5 Celcius (41 Fahrenheit) overnight.
Low Maintenance
Y our pool heat pump is designed for lower maintenance at a lower cost. But if you want
your pool to be heated efficiently , you must follow the advice supplied in this manual.
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SELECTING THE LOCATION
The area you choose for your pool heat pump is very important. Y ou must consider the
following.
Air Supply and Accessibility
Y our heat pump uses the surrounding air to work. It is very important that you make sure
there is enough air circulation around the heat pump. Do not install the heat pump in a closed
space like a garden shed, a garage, or a basement.
The table below indicates the minimum distance from the heat pump that any object should
be located.
Generation (CP) Eclipse (MP)
(1) facing the coil surfac es
(2) facing other surfaces
(3) facing fan *
(4) facing servi ce panel
* Objects should be placed as far as possible from where the air is discharged.
2 feet = 61 cm
10 inch = 25.4 cm
4 feet = 122 cm
2 feet = 61 cm or accessible
2 feet = 61 cm
14 inch = 35.5 cm
4 feet = 122 cm
2 feet = 61 cm or accessible
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2
2
1
1
4
2
3
CP Model MP Model
Other Recommendations
Do not install the heat pump under a roof. Doing this will protect the heat pump from being
buried by snow or receiving heavy rainfall from the roof that does not have gutters.
Also, make sure that the digital control does not face the sun. The control will not break
but its digital display will be more difficult to read.
If you have an automated sprinkler system for your lawn, make sure that the heat pump is
not showered by a sprinkler.
The pool heat pump should be installed on a firm and leveled surface, preferably on a
concrete slab or something equivalent.
Keep in mind that the heat pump will cause condensation. Therefore water will be dripping from the heat pump.
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WATER INLET AND OUTLET CONNECTIONS
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For your own security , and to ensure proper operation of the unit, the water connection must be performed by a qualified person as per all applicable national, provincial, state or local codes.
For all Eclipse (MP) models, connection pipes are 1 1/2 inches in diameter . For all
Generation (CP) models, the connection pipes are 2 inches in diameter. For all the pool
heaters, we recommend (obligatory for the Eclipse series) the installation of a set of valves
allowing to isolate the pool heater from the filtration system when necessary . (See the drawing
below.) Moreover , you have to make sure that your pool heat pump may be disconnected from
the pool pipes without having to stop the water pump or without losing great quantities of water .
Front View
ater Outlet
Water Inlet
a
Set of valves
a
T o adjust the water flow going through the pool heater , please adjust the by-pass valve (a)
in the following way:
MP30 - MP50 : 3/4 opened
MP70 : 1/2 opened
All CP’s : Closed - the internal calibrated valve regulates the water flow , exception
for those who have a water pump of 2hp or greater , adjust the valve to obtain the flows listed
below.
If the previous settings are not respected, the pump or the pool heater may be over-
charged and result in failure of your equipement.
Y our water pump must provide the quantity of water indicated in the table below . These
numbers must be used for each pool heat pump installed. A flow meter must be installed on the
water inlet of the pool heater to know the exact water flow . Caution : many flow meters require a
long distance of straight tubing on the inlet side to offer an adequate measurement.
Minimum Ideal Maximum
Eclipse 15 GPM(US) 20-30 GPM(US) 50 GPM(US
Generation 25 GPM(US) 40-50 GPM(US) 65 GPM(US
GMP(US) : American gallons (3,78l) per minute
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Basic Connection
P-trap
Check-Valve
Chlorinators, Brominators and Other Automatic Systems
Any automatic distribution system of chemical products, chlorine, bromine or others,
must be installed after the outlet of water from the heat pump. The warranty of the
heat pump will be voided for any installation that is not in accordance with
this rule.
The use of a brominator or a chlorinator tends to lower pH and total alkalinity because
of the chemicals in it. If you use such a product, you must check the quality of the
water regularly. (Addition of sodium bicarbonate is recommended to restore the
balance.) (See the section Water Maintenance on p.12.)
Water pump
Filter
This connection method is strongly recommended
to enhance the life-span of your pool heat pump.
If you connect the unit this way , you have to pour
chemicals directly into the pool or the spa, as far as possible from the water supply point.
Do not pour chemicals in the skimmer or at the
bottom of the pool, if you have a drain, because of
the possibility of migration of the chemicals to the
heater .
P-trap
Check-valve
Pressure-type Chlorinator or Brominator
The pressure-type chlorinator or
brominator takes a small amount of water from
the outlet side of the filter, adds chemicals to it
Filter
Check-valve
Chlorinator
Water pump
and returns this highly concentrated solution to
the pool. The check valves must be highly resistant to corrosion. Use only a check-valve either supplied or recommended by the chlorinator (brominator) manufacturer .
The p-trap should be installed higher than
the top of the chlorinator (brominator) to
prevent migration.
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P-trap
Check-valve
In-line Chlorinator or Brominator
The in-line chlorinator or brominator
should be installed on the pool water return line,
between the heat pump and the pool. This type
of chlorinator (brominator) should be installed
Filter
Water pump
as far as possible from the heat pump. Install a
check-valve between the heat pump and the
chlorinator (brominator).
Chlorinator
The p-trap should be installed higher than
the top of the chlorinator (brominator) to
prevent migration.
Salt Chlorinator
Salt chlorinators are made to be installed like in-line chlorinators. Therefore, they must
be installed in accordance with the “In-line Chlorinator or Brominator” connection directives, else the warranty of the heat pump will be voided. (See the section “Water Main-
tenance” on p.12 and the section «Salt Generated Chlorine» on p.15 for more information on
operating salt chlorinators.)
Dual Unit Connection
For some larger pools, it may be necessary to install two units in parallel. In this
case, double the distances recommanded in
the table 1 of the page 5. Never place two MP
models coil against coil, fan against fan or coil
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1
3
2
6
4
5
against fan.
1,2 and 3 : calibrated valves
4 : filter
5 : water pump
6 : flow meters
When the access to a heat pump is shut off, the water flow passing through this heat
pump will be redistributed among all others. Therefore, the valves mus be re-adjusted to meet the water flow requirements.
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POOL AND SP A CONNECTION
Using One Pump and One Filter for the Pool and the Spa
An installation featuring a single pump and a single filter for the pool and the spa is easier
and more economical. Using home automation, it is possible to always keep the pool and the
spa to the desired temperature. Otherwise, it is always possible to have only the desired system
functioning by positioning the valves to have the water circulating in the pool or in the spa.
1) It is more difficult to maintain ideal levels of chemicals in the water when using a
single filter because this type of installation prevents the pool or the spa from being
filtered. An independent home automation system with automatic valves can reduce
this problem, or you must be very assiduous in maintenance.
2) For the pool heat pump to automatically detect the switch over from pool to spa and
vice versa, a flow switch must be added on the spa line.
Water pump
Filter
Flow switch
Spa
Pool
Manual or automatic 3
ways valve
Using Independent Pumps and Filters for the Pool and the Spa
An installation featuring independant pumps and filters for the pool and the spa is a little
more complicated and expensive. However, it is more advant ageous because the pool or the
spa is never left without filtration. W ater is therefore easier to maintain.
1) For the pool heat pump to detect the change made either manually or by an
independant system, a flow switch must be added on the spa line.
Spa
Manual or automatic 3
ways valve
Flow switch
Water pumps
Filters
Pool
Ball valve
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
For your own safety , and to ensure proper operation of the unit, the electrical connections must be performed by a qualified electrician as per all applicable national, provincial, state or local electrical codes.
A breaker must be installed near the heat pump in an accessible area.
Never open the electrical box without shutting off all power sources to the heat pump.
If your heat pump features a water pump control option, do not forget to shut off the
breaker to this water pump.
The identification plate on the heat pump identifies all voltage requirements.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a qualified electrician to avoid electrical shock.
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