Where to place the heat pump?

Where should the pool heat pump be placed?

To properly prepare for the arrival of the heat pump, the choice of location for the heat pump for swimming pools is essential, not only for the proper functioning of this equipment, but also for the tranquility of neighbors and owners. It must be judiciously placed to fulfill its role while being as discreet as possible.

The swimming pool heat pump and its characteristics

The air/water heat pump is a device that is ideally placed outdoors, in a space with good air circulation. Leaning against the wall of the garage or the bathroom, these are surely the places that cause the least discomfort, provided that the swimming pool is not too far away! It is preferable to prohibit installation in a room.
Do not place it under or near a window, because if it is a vertical heat pump, it will blow the cold air from above and this can get in the way; if it is a horizontal heat pump the noise can be disturbing. If the horizontal heat pump is installed on the terrace, it is better to position it away from traffic areas, so as not to damage it and not to receive the fresh air it rejects on the legs.

The swimming pool heat pump and the neighborhood

The heat pump is a real plus, very pleasant comfort for bathers. That said, a few simple, common-sense precautions must be taken so that this equipment does not harm the peace of the people who are nearby, owners and neighbours. Attention in the case of a joint ownership it is necessary to obtain the agreement of all the owners in order to install a heat pump for swimming pool.
If no rule is written concerning the distances to be respected for the location of the heat pump in relation to the neighbours, standards exist to protect the neighborhood from noise pollution. Noise must not exceed 5 decibels during the day (from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.) and no more than 3 decibels at night (from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.).
The studs or silence-blocks make it possible to limit vibrations and therefore noise.

The swimming pool heat pump and its environment

The swimming pool heat pump is a very economical heating system but, it must be recognized, it is not particularly aesthetic and can harm the beauty of the garden. It must therefore be placed in a discreet place that allows it to function at best. It is best to consult the syndicate of co-ownership to find out if the pool heat pump is authorized.
If an integrated sprinkler exists, the heat pump must be placed so that the sprinklers do not project water or mud above. You also have to take into account the prevailing wind. It must not be installed near a road, as it may receive various projections.
The heat pump must be placed far from all sources of heat, gas, combustible materials, return vents air or high frequency equipment, but on a flat and solid surface.
For the perfect operation of the device, the pediment of the machine must be free of all obstacles over a distance of 2 to 5 meters ( depending on the model) and the distance between the wall and the machine must be at least 50 centimeters.
The C 15100 standard imposes a minimum distance of 3 meters between the heat pump and the swimming pool . Placing it more than 7 meters away causes heat loss during the transport of water in the pipes.

The heat pump and meteorology

The location of the heat pump should take weather factors into account.
It should not be placed facing the prevailing winds. These can cause the fan to spin in the opposite direction and damage the motor. It is advisable not to position the heat pump under the end of a roof because snow or ice can cover it and damage it, but if it works all year round, it must be sheltered from falls of snow.
The orientation to the north is not recommended, because when the weather is cold, the water from the condensation must be drained quickly at the risk of freezing. However, the north is the coldest orientation, the defrost cycles are lengthened.
The studs raise the heat pump, isolating it from the rain or the layer of snow. They facilitate the evacuation of condensation.

Here are some tips that will allow the heat pump to give its full heating potential without disturbing humans.

To best prepare for the arrival of your pool heat pump, discover our advice and answers to the essential questions to ask yourself before installing the pump:
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