Premier PHP HWC-260 - Manual (Page 9)

Premier Heat Pumps – Water Heater and Chiller Manual
Page 9
3 - Installation
3-1 Locating the Unit
It is important to install the hot water heat pump in accordance with the following
instructions. Water and electrical connections must be carried out by a suitably
qualified tradesman or installer
• The appliance must be installed outside.
• The appliance must be mounted on its anti-vibratory studs, positioned on
a substantial platform (concrete or steel pad). The platform must have
sufficient height to prevent water entering the bottom of the unit and also
allow the condensate to drain freely from the connection at the bottom of
the unit
• Vegetation and other obstacles must be kept clear of the unit, in
accordance with the minimum distances detailed below
• The unit should be positioned so that the exhaust does not blow towards
windows or doorways.
• There must be a minimum clear distance above the unit of 1.5m
• The stability bracket on the back of unit must be securely fixed to a post
or wall so as to position the unit vertically and prevent any movement of
the unit.
• Connect the drain pipe to the condensate outlet and direct it away from
the unit.
Caution
• Do not install the appliance in an area where dirt, mud, mown grass or
other foreign objects could affect airflow around the unit causing damage
or operational issues.
• Shelter the unit from prevailing winds
• Shelter the unit from falls of snow or heavy rain fall
• Prevent children from playing on or around the unit