What to do with a swimming pool heat pump at the end of its life?

What should you do with a broken swimming pool heat pump?

The pool heat pump has reached its lifespan, has become less efficient, consumes too much energy, it is time to replace it. To limit the pollution and carbon footprint that this device causes while preserving our Earth, it is essential to recycle the heat pump by entrusting it to professionals. But what to do with this bulky waste? And who will take care of it? Learn how to maintain your pool heat pump responsibly.

When to recycle the swimming pool heat pump?

The heat pump has been heating the pool water for many years now, but it is showing signs of “fatigue”, it is time to replace it. Three cases can arise.

The swimming pool heat pump is out of order, there is no other choice than to acquire a new one!

It breaks down and the cost of repairs is really too high.

Last case, the heat pump works, but is too old, its performance is mediocre, the efficiency/energy consumption ratio has become insufficient compared to the new models.

By obligation, by necessity the decision is made, the pool heating equipment will be changed for a more efficient device! But what to do with the old machine?

Where to place the pool heat pump?

There is no question of leaving it on the side of the road, a path or in the forest! As the heat pump is subject to the WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) tax, it can be deposited in a recycling center, at the retailer or the manufacturer. But it is also possible to donate this device to associations. It's up to you to choose the most convenient collection point or closest to you.

Recycling centers

If you want to take the heat pump to your local recycling center, it is better to find out if this type of device is supported. Otherwise, agents will be able to provide you with information on the recycling process for electrical and electronic equipment. In France, there are 32,000 deposit centers which take care of collecting this waste. There is bound to be one not far from your home.

Specialized traders

The trader or commercial brand from whom the heat pump was purchased has a legal obligation to recover the equipment whether it is obsolete or no longer works... He has the duty and responsibility to transport it to the WEEE processing center for all electrical and electronic devices that they have sold.

The selling price of a heat pump is increased by the eco-participation. This tax, paid by the consumer, represents and compensates for the cost of collecting, sorting and processing the machine. It is collected by the merchant at the time of purchase and donated to recycling organizations.

Solidarity networks

Some associations, such as Emmaüs or Envie, also collect heat pumps. Most often they call on specialists to repair them so they can be used again by other people. If they cannot be repaired they are sent to a recycling center.

The heat pump manufacturer

When an individual wishes to get rid of their heat pump, the fact that the manufacturer pays WEEE allows them to return it to the recycling center. But he can also bring his heat pump back, or have it delivered, to the manufacturer. They have the obligation to remove and treat professional WEEE.

Whatever the solution chosen, returning the swimming pool heat pump to recycling is a civic-minded and environmentally friendly approach. It is an action which costs nothing to the individual (apart from the eco-participation included in the price of the machine) but which will make it possible to recycle waste while preserving our Earth as best as possible.

The swimming pool heat pump is a robust piece of equipment. However, care must be taken to ensure that it maintains its optimal functioning. Here is why maintaining the swimming pool heat pump is very important. Find out what checks the individual should carry out on the swimming pool heat pump or when should a professional work on the swimming pool heat pump? With winter approaching, know how to winterize the swimming pool heat pump properly and how to restart the swimming pool heat pump once spring returns. Finally, be environmentally responsible and know how the swimming pool heat pump is recycled when it reaches the end of its life.