Residential High Efficiency Heat Pump Water Heater - R106H

       

This model has a 3.4 COP (coefficient of performance)

For every 1,000 watts consumed it will provide 3,400 watts of heat.
Your existing electric water heater 1,000 watts in 1,000 watts out.

The R106H Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) is an energy-saving appliance that heats water by extracting heat from the surrounding air. The integral refrigeration system also captures the heat generated by the compressor motor and the refrigeration compression cycle, and adds that to the sensible and latent heat extracted from the surrounding air.

    Potable water is circulated through the R106H, heated and returned back into the tank of a conventional electric water heater (Max wattage 5,500). The electric water heater must have operating thermostats and a maximum 5.5 KW heating element, rated for a 240v -1-60 electrical circuit. The electric water heater tank will provide hot water storage while the tank thermostat controls the operation of the heat pump, and the resistive heat elements provide back-up heating.

    The R106H recovers about 24 gallons per hour and can provide a tank temperature up to 120° F. A Selector switch is located on the front of the unit that will accommodate manually switching the system into By-pass (Electric Resistive Heating) in the event of a heat pump system problem or turning the system off for no water heating. When installed correctly, the system will not operate in Heat Pump and Electric Resistive Heating simultaneously.

    The heat pump cycles on when the tank-mounted thermostat demands water heating and will remain on until the tank thermostat is satisfied. Cool dry air is a by-product emitted from the HPWH. If the surrounding air temperature drops below 46°F, the Air Temp Safety switch will divert power from the Heat Pump to the Resistive Heat Element in the tank. This is to insure continuous water heating continuity. If the surrounding air temperature rises above 100°F (38°C) the system may go out on High Head Pressure at which time power is automatically diverted to the resistive heat element.

Description:

    The R106H is an add-on heat pump water heater, designed to be mounted on a wall or shelf near a standard electric hot water heater. It is a high capacity machine intended for larger families or those with higher hot water demands.

    The R106H uses 40-70% less electricity than standard electric hot water heaters and provides cool humidified air as it operates. When installed to replace a fossil fuel heater it eliminates harmful fossil fuel emissions.

    The R106H is typically installed in basements, garages, workshops or large utility closets.

Features:

· Selector switch for three modes of operation - heat pump, off (vacation mode), or electric resistance heater.

· Automatic conversion to electric heating (using storage tank elements) in a fault condition.

· Heat pump can be removed for servicing without a long interruption of the hot water supply.

(The water heating is then performed by the resistive elements.)

· High refrigerant pressure protection. Unit will turn off and switch to electric resistance heating in a high pressure condition.

· Low ambient temperature protection. Unit will turn off and switch to electric resistance heating to prevent evaporator freezing.

· Freeze Protection - When the ambient temperature approaches freezing, this option circulates hot water from the tank through the R106K5 to prevent bursting (freezing) of the water lines inside the unit. (The heat pump will still not operate below 46°F.)

· High Ambient Protection - With this option, the unit will turn off and switch to resistance heating prior to a high pressure trip. It will return to heat pump

mode when ambient temperatures drop.

· Connection Kit - All of the accessories needed to install the R106H to the storage tank.

Specifications:

Performance Data

(Based on the DOE efficiency testing ambient conditions of: 67.5°F, 50% RH and 58°F entering water temperature.)

C.O.P.: 3.4 (Avg. when going from a 58°F tank to a 125°F tank.)

Heating Output: 12,500 Btu/hr (nominal)

Cooling Capacity: 8,800 Btu/hr

Dehumidification Capacity: 1.6 Pints/hr

Recovery Rate: 23 gph at 125°F tank temp.

                           26 gph at 115°F tank temp.

Water flow rate (internal): 2.0 gpm

Sound level: 60 db(A) at 5 feet

Maximum tank temperature: 125°F

Ambient Temperature Operating Range

OPERATING RANGE: (Depends upon relative humidity and inlet water temperature).

Minimum Operating Temp:  46°-50°F

( Areas with high humidity may cut out at higher temperatures.)

Maximum Operating Temp: Maximum Air Temperature: 100°F (43°C)

This can be extended to 110°F if water temperature is limited to 120°F (49°C).

Water Temperature

Maximum Tank Water Temperature: 125°F (52°C)

Dimensions:  

Height: 16 1/2”

Width: 30”

Depth: 19”

Voltage: 230v

Amps: 7 (full load amps)

Voltage: 208v

Amps: 8 (full load amps)

Unit Weight: 90 lbs
Shipping Weight: 105 LBS

MODEL R106H INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

The R106H Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) must be installed in accordance with local and national codes and the instructions in this manual. Before beginning the installation, read the entire manual and check the local and national building, electrical, and plumbing codes or authorities. Some municipalities require a building permit. Failure to install according to these instructions and codes may result in property damage, bodily injury, or death.

The R106H heat pump water heater is designed to connect to an electric resistance water heater. The electric water heater must have operational thermostats and elements. The tank provides hot water storage; the tank thermostats control the operation of the R106H, and the elements are used only for back-up heating.

The R106H must be:

Installed in a location where the HPWH is exposed to temperatures between 45ºF and 100ºF.

Installed and connected to an electric water heater (WILL NOT WORK WITH A GAS HEATER)

Installed on an electric water heater with heating element capacity of 5,500 watts or less.

INSTALLATION

Note:

Attic installations are not recommended because of high temperature extremes and the possibility

of water damage if a water leak occurs.

Location:
1. The R106H can be set on a shelf that will support 120 lbs minimum. Care should be exercised

when mounting the R106H that vibration and noise are not transmitted to other areas.

2. Install the base of the R106H at a height no higher than the top of the water heater. Installing

the R106H higher may cause the pump to become air locked.

3. Piping between the R106H and the electric water heater should be kept as short as possible

and be well insulated to minimize heat loss.

Labels

- ETL Listed

Made in Norcross Georgia-

Your shipping time will vary from how close you live to Georgia.

Warranty: (View)

1 Year