I am installing the heat pump outdoors, near my above ground pool, there is neither ceiling nor any kind of roof there, is it OK that rain come thru?
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I believe that is how most heat pumps are installed. There is no problem with rain hitting the unit.
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Yes, it is fine. Our heat pump does not have a ceiling or roof over it and it is in the exact same space where we had our last heat pump, that lasted for 9 years. It does however tell you to make sure your sprinklers do not spray on it. It might be the reclaimed water will cause an issue, we just rerouted our sprinklers to spray around it.
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I wouldn't put it under a deck...it's a heat pump and needs unobstructed top clearance. 20 feet seems a bit far. Mine is about 6 feet from my pump. Hayward has info on their website regarding clearances I'm sure. Seems like you can download the manual or installation guide.
656202
Mine was under an eave but it still got wet once in awhile, no major in it and it did have some bulb seals on it. Has anyone else on here mounted this out in the open?
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You didn't mention what type of heating device you have. I'll assume that it's a Air Conditioner/Heat Pump. Heat Pumps do not perform very well when temperatures outside fall below 40F unless it's outfitted with a 10KW resistance type of heater. Heat Pumps can heat a home to a comfortable level (70F +) if you live in Arizona like I do but not if you live in the North where temperatures outside can be below freezing. The LUX thermostat can control a fossil fueled heater along with an air conditioner with separate connections to both but it may be wise to talk to LUX about it (856-234-8803) tech assist, 8AM to 4:30pm EST You didn't mention what type of heating device you have. I'll assume that it's a Air Conditioner/Heat Pump. Heat Pumps do not perform very well when temperatures outside fall below 40F unless it's outfitted with a 10KW resistance type of heater. Heat Pumps can heat a home to a comfortable level (70F +) if you live in Arizona like I do but not if you live in the North where temperatures outside can be below freezing. The LUX thermostat can control a fossil fueled heater along with an air conditioner with separate connections to both but it may be wise to talk to LUX about it (856-234-8803)... » Read More You didn't mention what type of heating device you have. I'll assume that it's a Air Conditioner/Heat Pump. Heat Pumps do not perform very well when temperatures outside fall below 40F unless it's outfitted with a 10KW resistance type of heater. Heat Pumps can heat a home to a comfortable level (70F +) if you live in Arizona like I do but not if you live in the North where temperatures outside can be below freezing. The LUX thermostat can control a fossil fueled heater along with an air conditioner with separate connections to both but it may be wise to talk to LUX about it (856-234-8803) tech assist, 8AM to 4:30pm EST « Show Less
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It is weatherproof, I have ours under a large bush and it does fine. I am very pleased with this pump and am convinced it saved our fishes lives, after the extremely cold weather we had last winter.
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Mine is outside with a small roof over it to keep the rain water off the motor
850692
I would not put it where it gets direct exposure to rain. Mine is on the outside of a building, protected under roof.
571268
Sorry, can't answer that question. Right after installing th pump we had the hottest (and driest) summer I can ever remember. The air conditioning seemed to never stop running. Don't know if the higher utility bills were a result of the new pool pump or just because we had more 90+ days than ever before.
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I don't know if your pool is above ground or built in. For above ground I think all you really need is a bypass kit. For in ground (which I have) all you need is to pipe a side stream off the pump and back into the pool. I have 4 units, 2 units in series on each of 2 parallel side streams. I haven't had it installed long enough to see some hot weather and find out how well it works.
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Mine is mounted under the over hang of my roof and has not had any problems. Wind, rain and snow have not seemed to have affected its operation but if not under an eave I would recommend putting silicone around the base.
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I would honestly have to say no, the box stated for above ground pools. We do have ours roof mounted, but they can also be placed on the ground. We also only have 10,000 gallons of water and we have 2 panels. They do sell a similar ones specifically for in ground pools. Wish I could be more helpful....
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Yes, mine is installed outside, but you have to make sure rainfall can't get to it. That is a mistake I made the first time I installed it. I couldn't find indoor pipes long enough to install inside so I dug a hole around where the main water comes into the house and installed it there, but I forgot about what happens in a major rain storm and the hole filled with water and ruined the device, so I bought another one and this time I put concrete blocks around the hole and made a plexiglass shield to cover the area and that has worked very well. It stays dry and I have wonderful soft water without having to lug salt bags home from home depot. Hope this was helpful. Yes, mine is installed outside, but you have to make sure rainfall can't get to it. That is a mistake I made the first time I installed it. I couldn't find indoor pipes long enough to install inside so I dug a hole around where the main water comes into the house and installed it there, but I forgot about what happens in a major rain storm and the hole filled with water and ruined the device, so I bought another one and this time I put concrete blocks around the hole and made a plexiglass shield to cover the area and that has worked very well. It stays dry and I have wonderful soft water... » Read More Yes, mine is installed outside, but you have to make sure rainfall can't get to it. That is a mistake I made the first time I installed it. I couldn't find indoor pipes long enough to install inside so I dug a hole around where the main water comes into the house and installed it there, but I forgot about what happens in a major rain storm and the hole filled with water and ruined the device, so I bought another one and this time I put concrete blocks around the hole and made a plexiglass shield to cover the area and that has worked very well. It stays dry and I have wonderful soft water without having to lug salt bags home from home depot. Hope this was helpful. « Show Less
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john, I have it mounted under a roof overhang so it does not get direct rain. But so far works without any issues.
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I don't believe so. But the fine print in the installation instructions does require that the building be vented to remove moisture created by the heater. I had continual moisture dripping from the ceiling and beams until I added a roof vent to let the moisture out. At the same time, I am loosing a certain amount of heat!!!!
540012
The pool is fine. Mine is sitting empty because no one will come out and work on them. I'm told they only want to work on inground pools. So if you can do it yourself, you'll be fine.
1331321
I'm in Michigan and it has remained dry inside after rain and snow..no leaks through the roof. You need to make sure it is slightly higher than surrounding terrain in order to prevent water from coming in at the floor.
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I installed mine about 6 months ago and I have 12 ft high ceilings and it works fine. I can feel the heat right away. I think you have a defective unit.