What you need to know for a successful installation of the swimming pool dehumidifier
If the ambient swimming pool dehumidifier can be installed by its own means, the built-in dehumidifier is more often installed by a professional and when it is ducted equipment it is a specialist who takes care of the assembly. Discover below the keys to successfully installing your swimming pool dehumidifier.
What procedure to install the dehumidifier?
Above all, it is essential to carefully read and understand the assembly instructions provided by the manufacturer. Failure to follow instructions may result in personal injury, damage to the unit, and/or void the warranty.
Step 1: Attach the pool dehumidifier
Position the device taking into account the manufacturer's recommendations and respecting the minimum distances between the dehumidifier and the floor, furniture or walls on the sides. If the device is placed at a height, leave sufficient space between the equipment and the ceiling.
When installing the dehumidifier, do not forget to leave free access to the connections and the box control panel to facilitate maintenance if necessary.
Prepare the marking of the fixing bar. The latter must be perfectly horizontal in order to facilitate the evacuation of condensates. Drill the wall with the appropriate drill bit and choose dowels that match the wall structure.
Step 2: Install the condensate pipe
When the dehumidifier does not have a tank, the condensate is drained through a pipe. The latter is connected to the bottom of the machine and is directed either towards the outside or towards the waste water of the house. You must ensure that gravity operates, otherwise, rising water and overflows are to be expected!
Step 3: Connect the device to the electrical network
For the safety of people and property, this is a step where you should consider involving an electrician or a specialized technician, if your knowledge is approximate in this area. The sizing of the electrical cable, the grounding of the device, and the connection can be “risky” actions.
Very often the electrical connection is relatively simple and very explicit in the instructions. job.
Install the remote control if there is one.
Step 4: Enable Scheduling
Thanks to the panel, it is possible to access, program and modify the data by following the instructions: on/off, choose dehumidification or defrost mode... Most often the humidity level is pre-programmed at the factory. It is possible to modify it by following the instructions.
In the event of a breakdown or malfunction, an error code is displayed on the panel. By referring to the instructions, you can find out the origin of the fault and the procedure to follow to resolve the problem.
These are the general steps, the main points, to install the room dehumidifier for swimming pool. Each manufacturer has its own approach, its protocol for its different models. It goes without saying that you must follow their instructions strictly and do not hesitate to call a professional if in doubt about a step or the complete installation!
If preparing the installation of the swimming pool dehumidifier and successfully installing it is essential to optimize its performance, it is also important to know when to use the swimming pool dehumidifier and how to maintain the swimming pool dehumidifie properly.